Where did you hear about The Fraser Foundation?

I found out about The Fraser Foundation through Swinburne Online when I applied for my Graduate Diploma. I applied as I have a young family and needed assistance in paying for my fees due to saving for our first home.

How does it feel to be the recipient of The Fraser Foundation scholarship?

This scholarship will alleviate the financial pressure of living, allowing me to focus on my studies and not where I’m going to get the funds to pay for it.

What challenges are you facing?

I feel grateful to have been brought up in a beautiful family … but in my school years I lacked confidence as a result of bullying. I found childcare to be a positive way to heal. I have spent time reflecting over the past year and am proud of how far I’ve come, and am excited to challenge myself during my studies as I believe I’m capable of achieving my goals.

What inspired you to work with children in early education?

Working with children is like being a mum because you build such important relationships with the children. I know as a mum I would want my child to feel supported and loved in care, so I love being able to provide the same support to children. 

I have worked in early childhood education for around seven years starting out as a trainee and working my way up to different roles such as room leader, supervisor, and responsible person of service.

But, I have always wanted to be a ECT, I have just been waiting for the right time and opportunity to start. Now that my daughter is a little bit older, I knew it would be a great time to start and develop more knowledge in the sector.

What’s your favourite part about being around children?

I love watching children's creativity and imagination blossom as they learn and explore their surroundings. I love being an early childhood educator, inspiring wonder, happiness and learning alongside children as I constantly develop my knowledge of providing the best educational experiences for the children.