Our Staff
Sarah Barcala
Director Bachelor of Education (Birth to 5 years)
Commenced employment at Urunga Community Preschool in 2019. Philosophy:
I believe that in early childhood education and care that we are privileged to be with children and be a part of their life journeys. I know that great early childhood experiences can have profound effects on a child's future success and well being. I aim to instill in children a sense of themselves as members of society and the community, and to nurture their precious childhood years in order that they make marvellous memories. |
Vicki Beazley
Educator/Relieving Director Associate Diploma in Social Science (Child Studies)
Employed at Urunga Community Preschool since 1992. Philosophy:
My philosophy is to enjoy life to the fullest. Continue having fun, feeling safe, promoting fairness and broadening my horizons in my personal and professional life. "There is nothing more contagious than the laughter of young children. It doesn't even have to matter what they are laughing about." |
Sonya Anderson
Educator/Relieving Director Associate Diploma of Social Science (Child Studies)
Employed at Urunga Community Preschool since 2000. Philosophy:
To endeavour to live life with an open mind & open heart. To be guided by principals of acceptance, compassion & tolerance.To face challenge & adversity with courage, persistence & resilience.To cherish family, friends & community. To remain with feet grounded in respectful appreciation of mother earth, simultaneous with a head full of dreams floating high above the clouds. To experience the world, its aromas, colours, flavours, landscapes, people & cultures. To live a useful, meaningful, peaceful life today with an optimistic outlook for the future. |
Leeann Anderson
Educator Certificate III in Children’s Services
Employed at Urunga Community Preschool since 2009. Philosophy:
I will continue on my life journey to be strong in Spirit, Happy, Supportive, Open-minded, Welcoming and Respectful to Diversity. I will endeavour to listen to others and encourage children to develop a Holistic Learning Outcome. |
Leigh Lamb
Educator Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education & Care)
Employed at Urunga Community Preschool since 2011. Philosophy:
My personal philosophy is to be happy and healthy. Be positive, love much and laugh often. As an educator I am guided by my personal philosophy and elements of the Early Years’ Learning Framework. I enjoy working with natural elements believing that children learn through their senses and will engage in learning at their full potential when following their interests. |
Louise Close
Office Manager Secretarial Studies
Certificate III in Children's Services Employed at Urunga Community Preschool since 1994. Philosophy:
A warm heart is a happy heart ..... Be kind Be true Be honest And a happy life will follow. |