Our People

Teresa Heke, Centre Manager
What inspired you to become an early childhood teacher?
It was a natural decision for me to pursue a career in the early childhood profession. It’s second nature to me to form a natural bond with young children. I consider myself very privileged to have the patience and passion to work with young children. My hope is that the children I work with grow to become very successful people and make positive contributions to society.
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Blanche Berry, Teacher
Ko Blanche toku ingoa
My passion is working, growing and learning alongside tamariki and I have been blessed with this privilege for the past 25+ years.
I am married and have 3 amazing children of my own. My husband and I both share a passion for arts and creativity which filters down to our children alot of our whanau time is spent enjoying working on art projects.
My passion for art and creativity is also something which I enjoy sharing with the tamariki in my care.

Julie Wardle, Teacher
Hi my name is Julie Wardle, or Julez if you prefer. I have worked in different sectors of ECE for over 20 years and have been at Learning Adventures for the last seven and a half years and have loved every minute of it.
I love being a partner in children's learning, discovering together with them and supporting them to achieve all they can be.
I love to read and listen to music. My partner and I also love to get out and try our have at fishing occasionally.