Meet Our 2026 Facilitators
PHOEBE
Phoebe is excited to be back to facilitating at NRPG after having her first child- a beautiful little boy- in February 2026. She’s looking forward to running play group again after spending much of this year singing, dancing and telling stories to her own little bub.
For fun, Phoebe likes to dance, and spend time outdoors camping and hiking with her husband, and they’re looking forward to trying this again as a family of 3 with the weather warming up. As a family they also enjoy cooking and hosting friends for dinner, and being involved in their local church.
DI
A bit about me!
I hold a Bachelor Degree in Early childhood teaching and I have worked in several kindergartens since I started teaching over 30 years ago, most recently at Ringwood Uniting Kindergarten where I enjoyed 11 years. I have been taking some time for my family this year as well as welcoming a new fur baby into my home in the form of a tri- coloured border collie called Dash. It has been a bit like being a new mum all over again but with more biting haha!
I love walking and being out in my garden as much as I can. I love books and reading and I have a huge collection of children’s books and resources that I have collected or created over the years.
I am a very proud mum to two adult sons and I enjoy watching them play soccer on weekends.
Both my sons attended playgroup when they were children and I eventually took on a role of co facilitator for several years there. I enjoy working with different age groups and seeing the children grow and develop.
Partnerships with families have always been important to me, so if you think I can assist you in any way or you just want a chat, please approach me! I am keen to get to know you and your child/ren.
When I plan experiences for children I look at their interests and I am also a strong advocate for literacy, sensory and physical activities in play.
There are so many benefits to parents engaging in everyday play moments with their children, so I look forward to sharing in some fun playgroup sessions with you all.
JADE
Jade is our fantastic facilitator. Jade has been involved in our playgroup since 2016 when she first came to sessions with her eldest son. Add another son to the mix, and a want to move away from her corporate graphic design career. Jade became a relief facilitator in 2019 before taking on a permanent role in 2022.
Jade is always ready to welcome you and your child with a smile. She has a love of craft, messy play and any sort of construction.
Jade spends her time away from playgroup enjoying time with her family. Be it the beach, bush, or a farmers market they are always up to something. Jade often has an intriguing project on the go. She is currently renovating a 1984 caravan called Jessie.
North Ringwood Playgroup is philosophically and structurally committed to having the presence of a paid, qualified facilitator at all sessions.
Our facilitators are trained in first aid, have a working with children’s check and successfully completed the Victorian Department of Education and Training course on the updated Child Safe Standards 2022.
The role of the facilitator is to create a safe, engaging and appealing environment in which parents and carers can spend time with their children.