About Us

McLeod Nursery School

At McLeod Nursery School, we are dedicated to providing a warm, nurturing environment where children can thrive, explore, and learn through play. Our team of caring and experienced educators is passionate about helping each child grow and develop at their own pace, fostering a love for learning from an early age.

We offer a carefully designed curriculum that encourages creativity, curiosity, and social development. Through hands-on activities, outdoor play, storytelling, and arts and crafts, our programs aim to build a strong foundation in key areas such as language, motor skills, and emotional growth.

We recognize that every child is unique, and our approach is flexible to meet their individual needs. Whether it’s their first step into a classroom or they are building upon existing skills, we ensure that every child feels supported and excited to learn.

At McLeod Nursery School, we believe in creating a joyful, safe, and inspiring space where children can make lasting memories and friendships. We look forward to being part of your child’s journey and welcoming you to our McLeod family!

Alyssa Farquhar

Alyssa Farquhar is the passionate director of McLeod Nursery School. With 15 years of experience in early childhood education, she is committed to creating a nurturing, engaging environment that fosters the growth and development of each child. Alyssa’s previous experience includes working as an Abecedarian teacher and training staff at a childcare facility. She later opened and operated her own home daycare for several years.

Outside of the classroom, Alyssa serves as a dedicated scout leader, promoting teamwork, leadership, and community involvement. In her personal time, Alyssa enjoys being with family and friends, watching movies, going to the YMCA, and being involved in her children’s extracurricular activities.

Alyssa values building relationships with both children and caregivers. She is excited to have taken on the role of director at McLeod Nursery School, and looks forward to continuing to foster its long-standing foundation in the years to come.

Rose Unrau

Rose Unrau has been teaching at McLeod Nursery School for over 20 years and is an integral part of our school’s legacy. Her years of experience combined with her cheerful, nurturing demeanour make a great impact on every child she interacts with.

Her passion for working with children started many years ago. She has hosted many international students in her own home over the years, provided respite for foster children, and eventually became a foster parent herself. In 2013, she also had the opportunity to travel to Haiti with her daughter to work with children at an orphanage.

Rose loves spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She has a passion for travel, nature, hiking, swimming, and fitness.

In the classroom, Rose enjoys planning crafts, special guests, music time, concert performances, and other activities for the children. She feels incredibly grateful and privileged to do what she loves as her long-time career.

Indira Martinez

Indira Martinez is McLeod Nursery School’s inclusion support worker. Her bright energy, patience, and enthusiasm make her a valued member of our school’s team.

Indira works one-on-one with children who have additional needs. She is incredibly sweet with every child she interacts with. She is a great team player, taking direction from the classroom teachers, occupational therapists, and other members of the child’s support system. Indira brings a calm, confident approach and is highly adaptable to each child’s individual needs.

Indira has always been passionate about working with children. Additionally, she spent several years being involved in dance and volleyball. She was able to take these passions and implement them in her work at various summer day camps. She is an experienced camp leader and dance instructor, and was tasked with planning recreational activities and food distribution for these camps.

Indira has always dreamed of a career in childcare, and absolutely loves working at McLeod Nursery School.

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