Silverdale (originally name Weiti, after the river) got it's name in 1911, named after the silver poplar trees that dominated the area. We love teaching our kids little bits about their local area. Our mascot here at Tiny Voices Silverdale is the Poplar tree.
Lucy Mills
09 947 5151
lucy@tinyvoices.co.nz
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Kia ora, ko Lucy tōku ingoa.
My name is Lucy, and I am the Centre Manager at Tiny Voices Silverdale.
I have been a teacher for over 16 years and a mum for four years. After graduating with a Bachelor of Teaching from Waikato University in 2009, I began my career in a decile one school before teaching in private schools in China, where I embraced new cultures, travelled, and learned Mandarin.
Returning to New Zealand, I've continued my passion for supporting tamariki, first as a New Entrant teacher and now as Centre Manager at Tiny Voices. As both an educator and a parent, I understand the importance of creating nurturing environments where children, whānau and teachers can thrive. Learning about the first 1,000 days with Nathan Wallis has further strengthened my passion for giving children the best possible start in life.
I believe in leading by supporting, inspiring and uplifting those around me, while building strong relationships with our tamariki, whānau and team. Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, creating art, and spending time at the beach with my husband Sam, our son Ray, and our whānau.
"Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi."
With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.
