ALEXIS SMITH
NOMINATED SUPERVISOR

Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts (Communications); Graduate Diploma Infants/Primary Education; Graduate Diploma Early Childhood; Advanced Diploma – Community Sector Management  

As Director of Lismore Preschool I am responsible for the day-to-day running of the centre. I have a background in primary school teaching and for the last 25 years, in early childhood education. I particularly love working with children of this age as I have found it a time of greatest learning and discovery.

I have enjoyed being part of the Lismore Preschool community for over 20 years.

LYNETTE FUNNELL
EDUCATIONAL LEADER

Qualifications: Master of Education; Bachelor of Education (Birth-5); Graduate Cert. Inclusive Education; Diploma of Counselling; Cert IV TAE

I have worked across a broad range of community based early childhood services for close to 20 years, with a strong interest in investigating how nature/natural play environments enhance children’s learning opportunities. I enjoy project work with children and planning for experiences that advocate for their rights and capabilities while also supporting their connection to community and culture. I strongly believe trusting relationships are the foundation of all we do now and strive to achieve in the future”.