Mrs Balcon

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It's about time we put a face to the READY SET KINDER team! I'm Natalie - the founder of RSK (pictured here with my two precious babies). 

With almost 15 years teaching experience, I have a huge passion for helping our little ones succeed in their primary years.

I have taught throughout South West Sydney, Kindergarten to Year 6, a range of needs and a huge variety of personalities. But at the end of the day, my heart lies with our littlest.

Kindergarten has always been my happy place, and I've spent most of my teaching career in the Kindergarten rooms, leading programs, leading teachers, and helping our babies thrive. 

There's nothing like a conversation with a five year old to brighten your day! 

I can't wait to meet all our new Ready Set Kinders and help them on their journey to big school! 

You will see me most days leading the programs at RSK, so please feel free to say hello and come in for a chat!

 Hello everyone! I'm Bek Dakin. 

I am so excited to join the Ready Set Kinder team and see each of your children grow, learn and explore. I believe in the magic of learning through play and creating wonderful memories while learning, experimenting and developing new skills. 

I am currently studying Early Childhood and Primary Education at the Australian Catholic University. I am due to graduate in 2023. I also have five years of experience working as a dance teacher, specialising in ages 12 months to five years. 

I view children as capable, confident, young individuals who have the capacity to discover and investigate the world around them. I believe that children have an array of skills that encompass them with the ability to discover who they are as an individual,  while participating in memorable and enjoyable learning experiences with their peers. 

In the future, i would love to work in a Kindergarten or Stage One classroom. The joy of bright, happy faces all around the room, excited to play, learn and grow is one of the experiences i am most looking forward to in my career. 

Hi everyone! My name is Melanie O'Dea and I can’t wait to see you at Ready Set Kinder! 

 I am a Primary School Teacher with a Masters degree and over 10 years experience in the classroom!

I love watching little minds figure out the world around them and get so much joy from being a part of their learning journey. 

I have taught lots of different personalities, learning styles, and abilities and can’t wait to be a part of your time at Ready Set Kinder!

I will be teaching our MONDAY and WEDNESDAY classes this year. 

Hi Everyone! My name is Renae De Giorgio. 

I am very excited to join the Ready Set Kinder team! 

I hold a Bachelor of Teaching degree and have over 18 years experience working with children aged from 6 weeks to 12 years old. 

I have worked in early childhood settings, OOSH and primary schools. 

For me, working with children is very rewarding. I believe in learning through play and enjoy helping children reach their goals. I enjoy seeing the excitement and confidence gained when these goals are reached. Children are constantly learning and I love being a part of this! 

I’m looking forward to meeting you all at Ready Set Kinder. 

Hi, My name is Sue Zinghini and I have been involved with Ready Set Kinder since its foundation. 

I have 43 years teaching experience in the Liverpool and Camden areas during which time I have taught across all grades K - 6.  

I have been involved in Learning Support programs and developed programs for Gifted and Talented students. 

I am passionate about introducing little ones to the world of reading and writing and am particularly interested in developing within children, a love for numeracy through fun activities.