Team Leader
Qualified Registered Teacher

He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngata.

With over 20 years experience in early childhood education, I believe strong, respectful relationships are the foundation for meaningful learning. I aim to bring heart, dedication, and fun to every connection I make with tamariki, whānau, and kaiako and the wider community. I’m looking forward to making connections with you and your whānau.

Qualified Registered Teacher

Kia Ora! I’m Brittany, a fully registered early childhood teacher with a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (2013). As a mum to three: Mason, Aria, and Zack, I understand the importance of nurturing children’s growth and love for learning.

I’m passionate about creating a safe, engaging environment where children can explore, discover, and thrive, while supporting their independence, curiosity, and unique potential.

Qualified Registered Teacher

My name is Auleen Kaur. I gained my ECE Degree from Open Polytechnic in 2017. I have been married to my husband Sukhjeet for 9 years. I have a daughter Mavleen who is three years old and comes to The Garden. 
I started working at The Garden in 2023. Before that I have worked at various centres in Auckland, working with both children and babies. I believe in creating a beautiful environment for children which stimulates and nurtures a child’s natural curiosity through provocations, creativity and ritual-based environment. 

I enjoy doing DIY work and spending time with my family and friends in my spare time! 

Teacher Support

I am Shathi Bishwash. I am from Bangladesh. I completed my graduation and postgraduation from Bangladesh. Hopefully soon I will study in ECE. I am a teacher support at The Garden ECE, Gate Pa. I am married. I have a precious family with my husband and baby daughter. I love to play with children and communicate with people. My favourite hobbies are painting, crafting and drawing.

Qualified Registered Teacher

Qualified Registered Teacher

Kia ora e te whānau, ko Lynnette Robertson toku ingoa. 

I was born in New Zealand and spent many years living in Australia and London. Both my children were born in England, and we returned to New Zealand when they were young. They grew up at The Mount, and after traveling for many years, are now living in Hamilton and here in Tauranga. I am now loving being Grandma, or “Nannette” to my beautiful mokopuna. 

I have worked with infants and toddlers for many years and am passionate about ensuring our youngest tamariki have the best possible start in their learning journey. I believe that whanaungatanga provides the foundation for the trusting relationships that pēpi need to feel safe and loved, enabling them to grow and learn. 

Qualified Registered Teacher

Kia ora,

Ko Sharlene toku ingoa,

I have been working in the Early Childhood Education sector for 20 years.  I currently hold a Bachelor of Teaching Early Childhood and I am registered with the New Zealand Education Council.

I have four children of my own Kalani (25), Asty (23), Sasha (19), and Dayne (11).  I have also just become a grandmother of twins Lola and Saylor who are almost 2 years old.  Spending time with my family and making memories of our own is very special to me.  In my spare time i enjoy exploring this wonderful area we live in and visiting new places.

Qualified Registered Teacher

Teacher in Training (ECE)

Kia Ora! I’m Trinity, I was born in Tauranga, New Zealand where I was raised alongside four siblings.

In my spare time I love being outdoors, fishing, camping and hanging out with my whanāu. 

I am currently in my first year of studying for my Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, which has been my passion for as long as I can remember. I hope to use that passion to inspire, nurture and empower the young lives I have the privilege to teach everyday.

Teacher in Training (ECE)

Kia ora! My name is Sammy, and I was born in Auckland, then grew up in Hamilton throughout primary school, and have been living in Tauranga since 2014. I have always had a soft spot for children growing up and always knew they are much more capable than people think, which brought me to studying my Bachelors of Teaching. At the moment I have had the opportunity to spend everyday in the pēpi room at The Garden, Gate Pā, with the beautiful tamariki. I am excited to continue supporting the future generation to grow and explore as individuals and help them to gain knowledge, skills and values. To give a little overview of who I am, I enjoy traveling, kayaking, music, summer time, the beach and spending time with my friends and whānau. I’m looking forward to meeting the future garden families! 

Qualified Registered Teacher

Hello, I'm Kim. 

I am a qualified full-time reliever here at 'The Garden', working between the infants side and  preschool side. I have worked with young children for many years and when the youngest of my six children was 6 months old, I trained for my Diploma in Early Childhood Education, becoming qualified in 2004. I have worked long term for a few centres over the years, the longest being 12 years. I now live in Omokoroa and have the pleasure of working with families in and around Omokoroa in this lovely family owned centre. I was one of the original teachers when The Garden first opened in 2017. After a few years I decided to spread my wings to gain some new experiences but I have flown back to the nest as the saying goes and am lucky enough to be once again  working at The Garden.

I am passionate about providing a warm, caring and loving learning environment where children are nurtured to reach their full potential.

Chef and Support

My name is Tanisha and I am the centre cook. I previously worked as a cook in a rest home but after extending my family I took on the role as the centre cook at The Garden Tauranga.

I love what I do and enjoy watching all our children at The Garden grow, learn and thrive. 

I have 2 children, a daughter aged 10 and a son aged 2 who is also thriving at The Garden. I love fishing and spending time with family.