Coolum Beach (Jones Parade) Community Kindergarten
Our Educators
Since the gates first opened in 1982, there have been only a handful of staff at Coolum Beach Community Kindergarten – testament to the passion of the people who have built our kindy into the child-centred, community hub it is today. Our director Lyndal Fletcher, is moving to a part time role and job sharing with Angela Sharkey. Educators Toyah, Kate & Nicole support our ECT's and all staff bring many year's experience to our kindy. All teaching staff regularly participate in professional development courses, ensuring their knowledge continues to meet the changing community needs.
Lyndal Fletcher - Director/Nominated Supervisor/Ed Leader
5 Days per fortnight with the Possum Group
2 days per fortnight Director
I really enjoy working in this community kindergarten where we work closely with parents and families and the broader community. I passionately believe that we never stop learning from each other and as a parent myself, understand that everyone has their own story to tell. I was appointed director of our beautiful kindy in January 2016.
I have a Bachelor of Education-Early Childhood and over 30 years’ experience in the Early Childhood field.
I have a genuine love and respect for young children and enjoy the challenge of providing stimulating educational environments that foster their creativity and imaginations. I see my role as a facilitator and positive role model for children's learning and am passionate about allowing children to be children so that they can learn through play. I love to encourage children to become resilient and independent and help them to learn life-long skills to set them up for life.
Angela Sharkey
Koala Group
Early Childhood Teacher
5 days per fortnight
Angela joined the Coolum Kindy team in 2026 as our Early Childhood Teacher for the Koala Group. Ange holds a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) and as a Coolum local, you will see Ange around town and she also enjoys beach walks with her puppy Elsie. Ange brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team and we are excited to have her as part of Coolum Kindy!
Satoe (Toyah) Pellinkhof -
Educator
I joined the team at Coolum Kindy in 2022 and job share with Nicole as an Educator. I enjoy introducing the children and families to my Japanese heritage. We learn a Japanese word of the week, the children and I greet each other each morning in Japanese, we have a Sushi making day and share a wide variety of items from my home. I live in Coolum with my husband and daughter.
Nicole Harper -
Educator
Nicole joined the Coolum Kindy team in 2025 as one of our Educators. Nicole works with both groups and brings a sense of wonder and fun to the team along with a strong sense of community. Nicole has been working in the Early Childhood profession for almost 2 decades. Nicole and her family relocated to the Sunshine Coast in 2014 and made Coolum home for their children to grow up and enjoy the Coast lifestyle. Nicole is an asset to the team.
Kate Powell - Administration
& Educator
My love of Jones Parade and all things Kindy began in 2010 when my oldest child began her Kindy education. Our family was fortunate enough for all of our children to experience Jones Parade Kindy. I volunteered on the Committee for the 3 years I had children at the Centre which gave me an insight into the operation of the Kindy. In 2013 I began working for Jones Parade in an administrative role which I love doing - to lighten the load in any way for the Teachers & Educators is a bonus. In 2014 I began my studies of Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, I was able to complete my preschool practical placement at Jones Parade. I then went on to complete my Diploma in ECEC in 2017.
During this time I have filled the roles of Inclusion Aide, Relief Assistant, Administration Assistant and at one time a short spurt as the Cleaner. In 2018 I was added to the staff cohort on a permanent part time basis. Our Community is so very lucky to have such a wonderful Kindy to send our children to, and while we have the dedicated Staff, Committee and families our Kindy will continue to provide the most wonderful 1st year to your child's education.
