Emerging Leaders Graduate!

On Tuesday the 18th of November 15 educators graduated from of our 2025 Emerging Leaders Program. We celebrated their success, encouraging them to embrace future challenges. Tuesday was just the beginning for each of our graduates, they have learnt that true leadership is not about a title, but a daily choice to use their strengths, listen to others, and choose how to respond to challenges.

As said by our CEO Jo Walsh:

"Discovery believes strongly in investing in our people and growing our own leaders. You all show exceptional leadership skills and share the Discovery values.

Effective leadership brings people together and sustains and inspires teams. It supports people to find common purpose within the workplace and work in harmony to achieve a shared vison. It also empowers people to reach their full potential while showing them how to empower others to do the same.

Your role as a leader has a meaningful impact on the success of your team and shapes the high standard of learning environments for children to support lifelong success.

I encourage you to continue to:

Grow your knowledge - never stop learning

Empower others - believe in your team and support them to realise how much they are truly capable of.

Have a clear vision - know what you want to achieve and strive to get there.

Be available - show each individual in your team that they are valued, give them your time and show gratitude.

Encourage continual learning - learning is an ongoing journey- never stop growing your mind."

The program facilitators, Jann Williams (Manager Innovation and Strategic Direction), and Dean Pitt (Manager People & Culture) could not be prouder of each of our graduates as they continue their journey with Discovery Early Learning Centres. Each of the graduate's dedication and hard work is a credit to them as they continue to shine and make us proud whilst making their mark in their respective services.

Congratulations to Allira Burdack, Amelia Sarich, Ash Daniels, Beau Mahoney, Cindy Chong, Hayley Webb, Hayley Williams, Jess Sloane, Kayla Cooper, Kim Nguyen Thi, Kirandip Kaur, Mel Bruce, Natalie Slocombe, Sophie Clark and Tarnia Bones.