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Angelica Furnari _ Director

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Angelica Furnari

Centre Director

My name is Angelica and I am the Centre Director of Little Stars Early Education Centre.

I commit being a positive role model to the wider community that enables children, families and educators to be confident and empowered learners. I commit to continuous learning that builds on my knowledge to our First nation Peoples, the Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung community, and I will share my knowledge to the little stars Community respectfully. My leadership pedagogy and philosophy is to promote a positive organisational culture that enables professional growth, collaborative learning, building an inclusive environment, as well as having a transparent style of leadership, supportive, have an open mind in a safe space. It is my responsibility to ensure each educator’s and teachers learning and professional needs are supported that enables a child and adult safe environment.

To ensure this happens I will support families, Educators and Teachers to enable them to have rich knowledge that supports their confidence, and abilities to teach our upcoming generation of children, that respectfully create a unique, happy and enjoyable environment for all.

Ghiwa Ayad

Ghiwa Ayad

Assistant Director/2IC

I am the Assistant Centre Director of Little Stars Early Education Centre. I believe I am a dedicated advocate for children’s rights and wellbeing with a profound commitment to making a positive impact for children. As part of our commitment to excellence, my role is to accommodate all parents’ needs by ensuring that all administrative tasks are being carefully handled. My aim is to ensure that we can alleviate any potential stress or confusion for you, so you can focus entirely on your child’s experiences at our centre.

You can approach me at anytime and I will be happy to help.

Aisha Ayad Nominated Supervisor

Aisha Ayad

Nominated Supervisor

At Little Stars Early Education Centre, we’re dedicated to providing top-notch care and education for your child. As Nominated Supervisor, I lead a team committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment that meets all regulatory standards. With strong leadership and ongoing professional development, we ensure your child receives the best possible experience. Your trust means everything to us, and we’re here to support your child’s growth every step of the way.

Jemma Andrews Room Leader Platypus Room

Jemma Andrews

Room leader/Educational Leader
ALISHA KHADGI ECT

Alisha Khadgi

ECT
PHEBE

Phebe Ryan

Room Leader
Dilini Chandrakumara

Dilini Chandrakumara

Room Leader
Pretty Sekhon Assistant Educator Wombat

Pretty Sekhon

Educator
ARPITA CHAWLA RELEIF

Arpita Chawla

Educator
Ukasha Bin Muhammad Assistant Educator Wombat

Ukasha Bin Muhammad

Educator
Kelera Ratu

Kelera Ratu

Educator
FIONA

Fiona Mach

Educator
MELISSA

Melissa Sotiropoulos

Educator
ANURADHA BHATTARAI RELEIF

Anuradha Bhattarai

Relief
Muhammad QureshiKangroo Room

Muhammad Qureshi

Relief
Evelyn Susilo Relief

Evelyn Susilo

Relief
Moosa Rehan Assistant Educator Wombat

Dewan Moosa Rehan

Relief
VERONICA CAMPOS

Veronica Campos

Cook

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