Jaidin Apanui
Centre Manager, Qualified Kaiako
Our Team
Meet our kaiako and support team
The Te Puna Kelston team is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and caring environment where tamariki can grow with confidence. The staff listing below reflects the current team roles and support staff shared for the centre.
Leadership
Leadership
Leadership at Te Puna Kelston sets the tone for a calm, nurturing centre culture grounded in care, professionalism, and whānau partnership.
Teaching Team
Teaching Team
Our kaiako support tamariki across Kākano, Mahuri, and Rākau, building confidence through purposeful play and warm relationships.
Lyka Gahol
Head Teacher, Qualified Kaiako
Kākano Room (Under 2s)
Thiranya Hansani Sarathchandra
Head Teacher in Preschool (Qualified)
Blessing Silivelio
Qualified Teacher in the Under2s room
Windell Mendoza
Qualified Kaiako
Rākau Room (Preschool 4-5)
Alina Jiang
Qualified Kaiako
Mahuri Room (Toddlers 3-4)
Faafou Siitia
Teacher Aide
Mahuri Room (Toddlers 3-4)
Centre Based Relievers
Centre Based Relievers
Our centre based relievers help provide continuity, familiarity, and extra support across the centre when needed.
Salote Smith
Centre Based Reliever, Teacher Aide
Stephanie Smith
Centre Based Reliever, Teacher Aide
Anjalica Seu
Centre Based Reliever
Kanisha
Centre Based Reliever
Rosa Willis
Centre Based Reliever, Teacher Aide
Support Team
Support Team
Our support team helps the centre run smoothly and contributes to tamariki being cared for throughout the day.
Emelin
Centre Cook