Our team

Caring educators who know every child.

Meet the experienced people behind Balgowlah Early Learning.

Our close-knit team builds familiar relationships with children and families, so care feels personal and learning stays connected from day to day.

A BEL educator supporting children during a learning experience

Meet our educators

One team, different strengths.

Warmth, professional knowledge, careful observation and genuine family partnership guide our work with children.

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Bachelor-qualified core leadership team

Every member of BEL's core leadership team holds a bachelor's degree alongside their early childhood qualifications—bringing degree-level knowledge across education, midwifery, hospitality and accountancy to the centre.

Star Nicollette Domingo, Nominated Supervisor at Balgowlah Early Learning

Nominated Supervisor

Star Nicollette Domingo

Star leads BEL as Nominated Supervisor. She holds a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, is a qualified Food Safety Supervisor, and holds a Bachelor of Midwifery.

Jeanica Mae Mancao, Educational Leader and Preschool Room Leader at Balgowlah Early Learning

Educational Leader & Preschool Room Leader

Jeanica Mae Mancao

Jeanica is BEL's Educational Leader and Preschool Room Leader. She holds a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care and an overseas bachelor's degree in Education, majoring in General Education.

Ninia Karla Capuyon Villajuan, Senior 2IC and Nursery Room Leader at Balgowlah Early Learning

Senior 2IC & Nursery Room Leader

Ninia Karla Capuyon Villajuan

Ninia is BEL's Senior 2IC and Nursery Room Leader. She holds a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care and a Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management.

Ma. Christine T. Bulatao, Toddler Room Leader at Balgowlah Early Learning

Toddler Room Leader

Ma. Christine T. Bulatao

Christine leads BEL's Toddler Room. She holds a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care and a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy.

Professional practice

How our team works.

Our educators reflect together and use children's ideas, wellbeing and relationships to guide meaningful learning.

Warm & responsive

Educators notice children's cues and respond with patience and respect.

Intentional

We plan environments and interactions that extend curiosity, confidence and capability.

Consistent

Familiar relationships and calm routines help children feel secure and known.

Family-connected

Family knowledge and feedback guide each child's care and learning.

Child safety

Every adult shares responsibility.

Recruitment, induction, supervision, reporting and daily decisions are shaped by our commitment to children's safety and wellbeing.

Clear supervision and personal-care procedures
Educators expected and supported to speak up
Children's rights at the centre of decisions
Consistent safeguarding practice across the team

Meet us in person

Come and say hello.

A tour is the best way to meet our educators and see how the team supports children each day.