Our educators

Our longstanding teachers and co-educators have worked together as a highly effective team for several years.  Experienced, knowledgeable, committed and caring, they know how to get the most out of every child.
At Warekila Preschool, we aim for children to be happy, independent and confident individuals and members of the group. We endeavor to foster children's innate curiosity and creativity by providing appropriate and extensive learning experiences. Of particular interest is music, drama, language, literacy, imaginative play and sensory experiences. Both indoor and outdoor play form an integral part in children's development and therefore form an important role within the program.
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- Nikki Samuel, Director and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten teacher

Four year old team

Nikki Samuel
Director & Lead Educator

  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
  • Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment
  • ​Diploma of Community Services (Child Care)​
​I love being a teacher because I love watching the children grow and develop over the course of the time that I am teaching them and watching their little minds explore new ideas and can confidence within themselves.

I love Warekila because it feels like a family – I love how there is a real community feel to it and it really does encompass the concept that we are a community based kindergarten.

​My students make me laugh when they say the funniest things and don’t even realise or when I get to be really silly with them.

Marion Quinn
Co-educator

  • Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood)
I love being a teacher because kids have such enthusiasm for everything and it's lovely to be part of that.

I love Warekila because everyone is so friendly and welcoming.

My favourite book: I don't have a favourite but I love a good biography about someone interesting.

My favorite place: The beach, any beach will do!

Favorite TV: Anything light and fluffy, comedy, trashy reality, anything.

My students make me laugh when they are: their fun, silly selves!

Samantha Archer
​Co-educator

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
I love being a teacher because I love interacting with the children and hopefully making a difference to their lives. Every day is different and the children bring such joy to our day.

I love Warekila because it is such a fantastic centre with great teachers and values. The dedication of teachers to ensure the best program for each child. I think Warekila has a lovely feel about it and I love being there.

​My students make me laugh when they take absolute delight in something they have done.

Three year old team

Amy Parthenopoulos
​Lead Educator

  • Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood)​
I love being a teacher because every session is different and you never know what interesting learning experiences and conversations you’ll have.  It’s such a privilege to be a part of children expressing their learning and development, gaining new skills and making new discoveries.  I also love that we get to go outside every day.

​I love Warekila because the room is a hexagon! It’s so open, and outdoors there are plenty of trees which create a natural vibe.

My students make me laugh when they laugh. It’s hard not to join in in those spontaneous joyous moments.

Angela Andrich
Co-educator

  • Certificate III in Children's Services
  • ​Course in Integration (Integration Support)
​​I love being a teacher because after having my son it was the only job I could imagine doing. Those preschool years of his were the most enjoyable time of my life, so I went off to do my Cert III in Children’s Services.

​I love reconnecting with past families who now have younger children attending.

My students make me laugh when they are funny! They make me smile, think, appreciate, feel happy, engaged and very lucky.