Bridgit
"Hi. Just to let you know Bridget is amazing and I'll have her anytime!!!!!!!" (Kelley, Director of Te Reanga Childcare Centre)
Michelle
" Hey Linda, please pass on a big thank you from the team and I to Michelle. She was amazing, so thank you :) " (Kylie, Centre Manager, All About Children, Bulls)
Donna
“You have some absolutely amazing staff and we have really appreciated all their hard work. Donna in particular has been just fantastic over a time when we have had very little permanent staff. She is confident, fabulous practice, works with the children so well and we feel confident leaving her in an area. She is very calm and nothing phases her.” (Robyn from The Secret Garden)
Kerry
"Hi. Just to let you know that Kerry is doing so well with us. Great with the team and the tamariki. We like her <3 " (Farhat, Head Teacher at Te Reanga)
Anita
"Anita had her first day with us, and I treated her like any new staff member. Anita is great with the children at any age, and has a great bubbly personality like we all do, she is a great teacher our children adore her, she is very calm with our children and follows our philosophy naturally, she must have the same philosophy as us- home away from home. Our children respect her, we treat her as well as any other staff that comes to relieve us as a part of our team. We are all here for the same reason- so working together makes it run smoother, Anita is relaxed with the team and children. She has a positive attitude even on a tough day which can lighten our teaching team up a bit, when they are doing lots." (Kylie, All About Children in Bulls)
Rosa
"When Rosa comes into the centre, she is always enthusiastic and happy. Her gentle, calm and bubbly personality draws the children to her. I think that Rosa’s greatest strength is her amazing connections with the children, and they are always happy to see her. Rosa has strong engagement and takes a genuine interest in the children’s learning while working consistently at the their level. Her conversations are amazing listening carefully, giving affirmations with great descriptive language. Rosa uses open ended questions building on our language rich learning environment. Rosa is very flexible and enjoys working in all areas of our centre environment." (Kelley, Centre Director, Te Reanga)
Sarah
"Sarah is such an amazing reliever! She is much loved by our teachers and families too! She is so loving and kind with the children and also gets stuck in and helps with any jobs that need doing. We love her happy bubbly nature and can do attitude. She is flexible, friendly and fun! She fits in so well just like a member of the team!" (Lisa Sa'e, owner of Nature Space)
Bernie
"Bernie is a fantastic relief teacher. She has a calm and respectful nature with the children and follows instructions and uses her initiative. Bernie just quietly gets things done and slots in anywhere and everywhere. We love how flexible she is! She gets on well with all of our team and is friendly, welcoming and nurturing!" (Lisa Sa'e, owner of Nature Space)
Sandy
"Sandy is an absolute fav reliever at our centre. The children love her, as do our permanent staff. She is great with our tamariki and she uses her initiative and gets on and does the job! We are always happy when we know Sandy is on the way to “save the day”." (Nicole, Footsteps)
Katie
"We really enjoy having Katie relieve in our centre. She is always happy to support us in any area we require. The children enjoy interacting with her and she is always down at their level. Katie has a wealth of knowledge and we appreciate her sharing this with us during the times she has been with us." (Amey, Tui North Street)
Sandy
"Totara and Kowhai enjoy having Sandy in the centre. She is a gentle teacher and enjoys Interacting in their play. She always happy and polite and the children remember her when she’s in Totara (Gaye, Lytton Street Tui)
Katie
"Katie is an awesome teacher we love having her. She works on kowhai and Totara and engages in all areas of the tamariki play. Nothing is a problem to her and she always happy, smiley and lovely to have in the centre. The tamariki remember her and they seek her out when she is in Totara. A pleasure to have in the centre" (Gaye at Lytton Street Tui)
Katie
"I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation for Katie’s outstanding work as a reliever teacher. Her ability to connect with the children, support their emotional needs, and create a welcoming environment is truly remarkable. Katie approaches each child with genuine care and thoughtfulness, ensuring they feel safe and supported. Her willingness to assist the teachers in any way is always evident and her positive contributions to our centre do not go unnoticed. Katie also takes the time to warmly welcome our parents, introducing herself and making them feel comfortable and at ease. Her dedication, kindness and professionalism are invaluable and we are incredibly grateful for all that she brings to our centre." (Kylie from Tui Albert Street)
Glenys
"We love Glenys! She is very professional and has very quickly built a wonderful rapport with our children, families and staff. Glenys has become somewhat of a regular within our Centre. She is an absolute gem and the children and staff absolutely adore her. She’s become like part of our preschool family." (Rachael, Marton Childcare Centre)
Rosa
"We absolutely love having Rosa at our centre! She fits in so seamlessly that it’s easy to forget she’s relieving. Rosa brings an infectious energy to her work—she’s hands-on, bubbly, and genuinely caring. Her nurturing nature resonates deeply with our tamariki, who absolutely adore her. When permanent staff are away this can unsettle a learning environment, but when we have Rosa in, there is no stress! Rosa is a true asset to any team!" (Ashleigh, Crossroads Early Childhood Centre)
Destiny
"Destiny (Dee) has been absolutely amazing! It has been wonderful to see her settle into the centre, quickly becoming familiar with our routines and tamariki. She demonstrates great initiative, often resetting the environment thoughtfully to create an inviting space. Dee is a natural with tamariki—her warm smile is contagious, and her calm, quiet nature forms a special connection with our quieter children. We feel so lucky to have her relieve." (Ashleigh at Crossroads Early Childhood Centre)
Glenys
"We have been using Glenys in our centre. She is such an inspirational teacher and a breath of fresh air. She always comes to work with a smile and full of laughs. Glenys is happy to help out with anything that needs doing and the children and staff love having her in the centre." (Kate at Ohakea Childcare Centre)