Erin Barnes

Centre Manager

Years in childcare:  8 years

Qualifications:  Diploma Children’s Education & Care

What makes you passionate about working in childcare? 
Children project so much love & energy. It’s a wonderful, positive environment to surround yourself in every single day.
It’s rewarding to be part of each child’s journey. Watching them learn & grow into confident young learners.
 
What is the funniest or most memorable moment you can share from working in childcare?  
We had a Reptile Show visit our service. During the show I was strategically sitting up the back with a little boy who wasn’t so sure about the reptiles either. Once the show had finished he decided he did  want to have a closer look. I let him hop on my back and he started pointing for me to go towards the reptile handler. So I walked on over and explained the situation. My little friend then started shouting & pointing at the  curled up bag, “snake!, snake!”…
Before I knew it, I had one very excited little boy wiggling on my back and a huge snake wrapped around my neck. I was petrified but the other educators were curling over in fits of laughter! Thank goodness I lived to tell the story.
 
Why do you believe your centre is an excellent choice for parents seeking the best childcare? 
I believe our centre is an excellent choice for parents seeking care because we have an incredibly dedicated, passionate and loving group of educators. We offer exciting & challenging programs to ensure our little learners are always achieving goals. Our centre is purpose built, filled with love and always looking at ways to provide stimulating learning environments.