Leigh Rowland – Director and Group B Teacher

Leigh holds a Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood. Leigh has a wealth of experience having worked in the Early Childhood Industry for many years prior to joining the team at Banyo Kindergarten. Leigh has the opportunity to get to know children and families in both groups, working one day each fortnight in the office on a Group A day.

Sally Riley – Group A Teacher

Sally holds a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood). Sally is an experienced early childhood teacher, with many years teaching young children.

Luella Dwyer – Group A Teaching Assistant

Luella holds a Diploma of Education (Major – Early Childhood). Luella has worked with children for many years in various education/care settings, prior to becoming part of the Banyo Kindergarten team.

Melissa Calkin – Group B Teaching Assistant

Melissa holds a Diploma of Childcare and Education. Melissa has worked with children for many years in various kindergartens, prior to becoming part of the Banyo Kindergarten team.

Kath Reilly – Artist in Residence (Term 2,3,4)

Kath holds a Bachelor of Fine Art, majoring in illustration. Kath works at the kindergarten in Terms 2, 3 and 4. During these terms Kath visits every Tuesday for Group A and Thursday for Group B. Kath leads the children in a program of art, supporting the children to explore creatively, to develop confidence and delight in their artistic endeavours.