Making the KU Difference
To quality
Fiona Harris
Director, KU Wombarra Preschool
Fiona has been awarded the KU Difference Award for quality.
Children’s services continue to face many challenges,
including how to successfully embed the Early Years
Learning Framework into daily practices. Fiona has been
exceptionally proactive in developing quality resources
related to the Early Years Learning Framework, and is a
worthy recipient of this award.
Fiona has willingly shared her knowledge and efforts with
her colleagues and inspired her team to embrace the
Early Years Learning Framework in an holistic and positive
manner. With her upbeat and motivational attitude, Fiona
has also led her team on a journey through the draft
National Quality Framework documents and processes,
dedicating time to critical reflection and staff development
and ultimately instilling a wonderful sense of achievement.
In addition, Fiona has readily shared her time and
knowledge outside of her service including presenting at
the 2011 KU Annual Seminar.
Fiona’s dedication to quality is also evidenced in the physical
environment of KU Wombarra, which is aesthetically
pleasing and reflects the families and local community.
KU Wombarra Preschool is highly regarded in the
community and under Fiona’s guidance the focus on
quality practice continues to ensure the best outcomes for
the children and families.
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KU Children’s Services
Recognising talent and
rewarding quality
KU supports the broader early childhood community
by providing awards to assist exceptional students
undertaking early childhood studies at TAFE and
University. These awards encourage continuing
excellence within the sector and recognise the
importance of having qualified and talented staff
working with our children.
2011 KU Student Award recipients are:
University Awards: TAFE Awards:
Meryl Ching
Macquarie University Chenee Cameron
Chee Chan
Anita Cvijic
Karyn Devaney
Priscilla Fiorio
Thejani Foneka
Reinette Fourie
Brooke Linton
Susanne McGilvray
Kate Mottley
Ria Sutherland
Camilla Thompson
Tanaya Webb
Bruce Wernick
Qiaoling Wu
Ni Zhang
Chelsea Daly
Charles Sturt University
Gillian Dar
University of New England
Emma Louise Lloyd
University of Western
Sydney