Bruce

Hi I’m Bruce. Sport is my passion and I spent 5 very rewarding years teaching children fundamental skills through different sport programmes.  I get immense joy seeing children learning how to catch a ball for the first time or knocking wickets over with a straight ball throw. For the past 5 years I have focussed on the fun that OSCAR programmes provide.  Our programmes are safe, fun and very sporty.  I feel very privileged to be able to spend time having fun and teaching children.  In my spare time, I focus on NZ Master’s Athletics and recently competed in the World Masters Games, winning 5 Silver medals.

Thurla

Hi there!  I’m Thurla and although I’m a qualified High School teacher, my passion lies with primary age children and their development during this time. Numerous studies have demonstrated that play is essential to children's development, both intellectual and social, and seeing children happily engaged in activities, their eyes lighting up with pride and excitement at something they’ve achieved, and acquiring social skills - all while having fun with their friends - is truly priceless.  We are the lucky ones to share this magic with them every day!  In my spare time I enjoy being in the kitchen, garden and try to exercise!

Shani

Hi, my name is Shani. I have had the pleasure of working with and learning from children since 2015, and I’ve learned and experience even more while being part of the Play Time team, for the last 3 years. I love every aspect of being a childcare worker, especially when I get to be a kid and join in the fun myself. :) I believe that children learn and develop when they get to experience different varieties and when they have fun, they learn so much faster. Creating a fun and safe environment is my goal in my programme and I hope to bring as much joy as what I've received from working with children from different ages, cultures and backgrounds.

Val

Hi, I'm Val.  I am a qualified Early Childhood Teacher. I also have a qualification in Autism awareness and Neurodiversity, as well as a further qualification in Safeguarding.  I have worked in local primary schools with children with special needs, and as a primary school sports coordinator. I have many years experience working with children of all ages from pre school through primary and intermediate years and look forward to working with your children.

Jessica

Hi there! I am Jessica, but most people call me Jess. I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a graduate diploma in Criminology. These may not seem child orientated but I have worked with children for nearly 3 yrs and have absolutely enjoyed it. I enjoy providing children with an opportunity to experience different things and to see the excitement and wonder fill their faces and I enjoy the connection this produces. This job is so rewarding as we also get to be silly, honest and kind which is extremely awesome.