MEET THE

PINEMONT TEAM

Our Staff

At Pinemont we pride our selves on the care and services we deliver to your child. We ensure that we are providing guidance and encouragement for each child.

Meet The Team

Rochelle Brown

Pinemont Director

4YOProgram Teacher

Post Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood)
‘Exemplary’ teacher classification under VECTAA

Rochelle has been with Pinemont Preschool since 2012 and previously graduated from The University of Melbourne School of Early Childhood in 1991 and has also completed her Post Graduated Diploma in Education in 2012 and in 2018 gained an ''exemplary'' teacher classification under VECTAA.

"I have a genuine love for Early Childhood Education and young children. My great passion is to encourage tomorrow’s leaders to discover learning with excitement and wonder. It is through caring engagement, child led and play based learning opportunities that this can be fostered. My aim is to empower, inspire and equip our learners with the skills and the curiosity to be independent lifelong learners."

"Outside of kinder my 3 teenage daughters keep my husband and I very busy! We try to get away camping as much as we can, supporting our children with their netball interest and part time jobs make it a busy time for us! I look forward to meeting you and your child when you come to Pinemont."

Christine Meagher

4YO Program Co-Educator &

After Kinder Care Leader

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECE) 2022

Christine has been part of the Pinemont community since 2007. She is the Co- Educator and since completing her Bachelor of Early Learning and Education in 2022, Christine also relieves in a teaching capacity throughout the week in all sessions.

"Having the opportunity to complete my University degree in Teaching continues to inspire my passion for Early Childhood Education. Learning new approaches and curriculum strategies have extended my understanding of children’s unique ways of learning."

"I am excited to be a part of your child’s learning journey as they develop their skills and knowledge. I believe that the 0 to 5 age is a wonderful time in children’s lives. They are curious, adventurous and love to PLAY. Play is so important and at Pinemont, our Curriculum is based on your child’s play, ideas and interests. This strengthens and supports their existing knowledge. One of my passions is the creative arts and offering experience such as dance, movement, musical instruments and drama within the program. These experiences assist with language, social and emotional development."

"My family love the natural environment Ringwood North offers. We have 4 adult children and I am also “Nanny Tina” to my 6 year old granddaughter. I look forward to seeing and getting to know you when you come to Pinemont!"

Mardi Burgess

4YO Program Co-Educator

Diploma of Community Service (Childcare)

Mardi completed her Diploma of Community Services (Child Care) in 1997. For the next 10 years before having her own children, her experience was within the childcare field as a Room Leader, Assistant Director, Director & Area Manager where she over saw the running of 10-15 child care centres.

"I returned to the work force after I was lucky enough to have time at home with my two boys Paddy & Henry, before they started primary school. Since returning, I have thoroughly enjoyed educating young children again which is my passion, especially in the sessional preschool setting. My aim is to help provide a nourishing environment for all of our Pinemont Preschool children to flourish and be the best little people they can be. Happy & content with the confidence to learn, form friendships with their peers & try new things."

"I live in Ringwood with my husband Ciaran and two children. When I’m not working, I’m involved in my children’s school activities, the local football & cricket club and socialising with my family and friends. I love our community and feel grateful for all that it offers."