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Clare Co-owner My interest in and love of the Montessori philosophy began when the first of our 3 sons was born in 1979. I gained my Dip Tch ECE and Diploma of Montessori Teaching in 1984 through the London Montessori Centre. In 1992 Abacus Montessori Preschool was opened and in 1999, in conjunction with co-owner Pam, our second school; Tiggers Montessori Preschool was opened in Burwood.
My total commitment to this education and life philosophy has been enhanced by being a parent, teacher, preschool owner and tertiary lecturer in Montessori Early Childhood Education.Annelies MANAGER
DipTch ECE, Dip Montessori Our on site manager has 20+ years in ECE, the latter six being at Abacus.
"I oversee the running of the school covering all areas as required, both teaching and administration. I have a sense of fun and adventure which I readily adapt to the needs of the Under 2s, Over 2s and staff members. I enjoy working with children and seeing individuals develop at their own pace and help to provide equal opportunities for all." |  | STAFFING Amanda SUPERVISOR
Dip Tch ECE, Dip Montessori In 2005 Amanda joined Abacus as a Nursery Assistant and now holds position of Supervisor Under 2s with a team of 3/4 staff.
"We love our babies and everyday is exciting." Annette DipTch ECE (currently studying for Dip Montessori) "I have been working at Abacus Montessori since 2006. I am enjoying learning and developing a greater understanding of the Montessori philosophy as I work with our 0-2 years old babies and toddlers." Jaimee B.Ed. (Psych) Jaimee is our 3rd permanent Under 2s team member. Jaimee is currently cross accrediting to a B.ECE. Christine Dip Tch ECE Christine is our permanent reliever in the Under 2s and in her second year at Abacus. She brings a joy, wealth of experience and wisdom to our team. |  | STAFFING
Sarah
SUPERVISOR
Dip Tch Primary (currently completing Dip Montessori and cross accrediting to Dip ECE)
"I find my job truly rewarding thanks to a great staff team and the children I work with."
Sarah's specialist area is the extension learning programme for 4-5 years old "extended-day" children.
Lisa
Dip Tch Primary, DipTch ECE (currently completing Dip Montessori)
As part of a team of five, Lisa applies her knowledge of learning and development to the 2-5 years old.
"I enjoy our great teaching teams and the wonderful children in my day to day care."
Anna
Dip Tch ECE (currently studying/completing Dip in Early Intervention and Dip Montessori)
Over 2s team member.
"It is great to be in an environment that fosters children's independence and encourages self-directed learning."
Bex
DipTch ECE (currently studying for Dip Montessori 2-6years.)
Bex recently joined Abacus in the Over 2 years old team and has just completed her Dip Tch ECE. She has had four years experience in ECE teaching and we are happy to have her join our team.
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Abacus
Montessori Pre School
70 Wildberry St
Opawa
Christchurch
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ph: 381 2721
fax: 381 2708
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