Ngaire - Manager
& Infant/Toddler Key Teacher
Kia ora, Namaste, Hello. My name is Ngaire and I am a registered teacher with a Bachelor of Teaching Early Childhood. Education. I have worked in the early childhood sector for 30 years. I have three adult children and one granddaughter. I continue to be passionate about early learning and I look forward to working in partnership with you and your whānau.
Cassie - Team Leader & Infant/Toddler Key Teacher
Tēnā koutou katoa Ko Cassie toku Ingoa I have my degree in teaching Early Childhood Education and have been working in the sector for over 10 years. I am a fully registered teacher. I have always had a passion for teaching children and enjoy working in a mixed aged centre where I can nurture your child/ren and whānau, through their journey at Chuckles. I have a husband, Corey and am a mother to three beautiful daughters, Piper, Zoe and Ayla and a stepson, Connor. In my spare time I enjoy being creative and having quality family time.
Meagan - Teacher
Kia Ora I’m Meagan Plunkett. I’m currently living in Napier with my husband, our daughter Rylie and son Eli who both attend Chuckles. I have a deep passion for playing a vital role and witnessing tamariki flourish in their learning journey as well as reaching key developmental milestones, whilst having fun. I graduated with a diploma in teaching, Early childhood Education in 2012, and am a fully registered teacher with a current first aid certificate. My personal hobbies include cooking, eating, fishing, as well as time with my friends and family. I look forward to getting to know your you and your whānau as I support your child/ren on their learning journey with us here at Chuckles.
Tori - Support Teacher
My name is Tori. I have worked at Chuckles for over two years. I enjoy working with children and watching them learn and work/play alongside them.
Rebecca - Teacher
Kia ora, Namaste, hello. My name is Rebecca Wright. I am a qualified and fully registered early childhood teacher. I have been teaching for 10 years. I live in Ahuriri with my husband, Gav. I have two adult children and one grandson. I love caring for and educating young children. I believe that the early years are incredibly important. I look forward to working alongside your child and also in partnership with you to ensure the best outcome for your child.
Fi - Teacher
Kia Ora my name is Fiona Motley (Fi).
I have been in the Early childhood sector for many years in various roles and in 2017 gained my Bachelor of teaching in Early Childhood Education. I live in Hastings with my husband Ivan and together we have three children Kynan, Jayden and Mollie. I love being part of the Chuckles team and look forward to getting to know and support your child and whānau.