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Meet the Team 
Kia Ora, my name is Jo
Centre Owner & Doer of things
I have called Pāpāmoa home since I moved to NZ with my Kiwi hubby Jamie in 2007 and we have since had 3 children. I have worked in childcare my whole life and recently found my year 11 school book when I said my dream job would be to own a centre.
I have a passion for quality childcare. Providing a great service, growing amazing kaiako and leaders and supporting our community to help raise the next generation. The Blue Cottage enables me to combine all of my passions.
Outside of work, I cherish time spent with my family, going on adventures and making memories.
As half of the ownership team I take great pride in what my wife and I have created here in the heart of Pāpāmoa. We set out to provide the very best in service and this still drives us everyday – the payback of which is the continued support of our community and the on-going relationships we have established over the years here at The Blue Cottage.
I am father of 3 school aged children – still on the journey that many of our whānau are just beginning. I am privileged to be a small part of that journey for so many families (high fives at the local primary school from past Blue Cottage kids are pretty darn cool!)
Day to day you will see me around The Cottage taking care of maintenance and improvements along with supporting the team where ever required. Outside of work you might spot me at the Domain reliving my youth and still trying to learn how to surf.
Kia Ora, my name is Jamie
Centre Owner & Maintenance Man
Kia Ora, my name is Aileen
Business Manager
Kia Ora, I am Aileen and I am The Blue Cottage’s Business Manager. I am from a teaching background and have a post grad in Accounting.
I have 2 daughters who are growing up too quick.
My door is always open and if there is anything I can help you with please don’t hesitate to ask, phone or email
I have lived in Tauranga my entire life, teaching in centres since 2004. I graduated with my ECE qualification many years ago and have since been doing a Post grad in Psychology. I have 6 children and during the weekend we live a fun filled life.
I am passionate about supporting children, over time my passion has grown into supporting teachers too.
Kia Ora, my name is Monique
Curriculum Manager
Kia Ora, my name is Karen
Centre Administrator
I’m the administrator and have lived in the Bay of Plenty all my life. I have 2 grown daughters.
I love being part of The Blue Cottage whānau and look forward to getting to know you and your families
Arohanui