Hello all! My name is Sam. I am filled with so much excitement and gratitude being welcomed into the seedlings family! I spent most of my life in Ontario - growing up in Toronto and spending every summer in London (Ontario) always surrounded by family. My happiest memories have always been in nature - playing in the snow, jumping in leaf piles, camping adventures, and living a double life as a mermaid. I truly believe the secret to living a full life is to lead with your heart and embrace your inner child. My journey led me to moving to Victoria in 2017; I obtained my early learning diploma with my inclusive care education at Camosun College, and have happily found my place in life as an Early Childhood Educator.

I have always had a passion to support children with diverse abilities or those who have difficulties in life that can present as challenging behaviours. I have found through my experiences that showing up and being there with love and kindness makes the difference. It doesn't take much for me to give love and try to make someone's day brighter - my hope is to be able to share that in this community. I am a firm believer in that all humans, especially children, thrive in nature and we gain so much when we look to nature as a teacher - the lessons that can be learned are boundless. Through nature, my education, and work in the field I have learned so much about myself and the world around me; I am so eager to continue this learning journey and embrace everything that is to come with open arms.

Hello, I’m Rose! Allow me to introduce myself.

In the third grade, I had to create a presentation about what I wanted to do when I grew up. Without hesitation, I said I wanted to work with children, and at a pet store. When I was 11 years old, I began babysitting children in my neighbourhood. Once I moved to BC, I remembered that third-grade dream of working with children, and truly realized my passion for the field of Early Childhood Education. After studying to get my ECEA, I continued my education to receive my ECE and completed my infant/toddler training. Throughout my time in this field, I have learned to be reflective in my practice, focusing on inclusivity and co-creating curriculum with children.

Ever since I was little, I could always be found outside. One of my favourite memories from my childhood in Toronto, Ontario is looking for snails in the warm summer downpours and loving it. In 2020, when I moved out to Victoria with my dog, cat, and partner, I discovered my joy in searching for creatures in the ocean tide pools. Any kind of strange or slimy creature I find will always have a special place in my heart.

Along with my love of the natural world, I have a deep passion for the arts! I grew up in a big family, each member with their own unique and creative gifts, so I was always surrounded by art. I love theatre, playing the ukulele, singing, and dancing, so you will likely hear me making up songs with your little ones throughout the day! I can’t wait to learn and share the joys and curiosities of life with everyone at Seedlings.

Hi there, I’m Colley! I’m new to the block here at Seedlings, and to being a children's educator, and I’m ecstatic for my journey that is to come! I’ve always had a huge passion and respect for education growing up and knew I wanted to pursue something in that realm, and something with tiny humans. I have always had an enormous love for the outdoors and wanted to belong somewhere that showed similar values. Ever since I was a tiny human, I’ve always loved exploring the outdoors and seeing what the world had to offer. From exploring my Grandparent’s forest of a property growing up in Muskoka, to exploring tide pools of the Pacific and the creatures of Lake Ontario. I was a thriving human and look forward to seeing kids also thrive in similar environments, being a part of their journey, and being able to teach and show them some of the wonderful things the world has to offer!

Hello! My name is Bona, and I am overjoyed to join the Seedlings. I feel immense gratitude and joy to be part of a team that values children’s growth and learning. 

Growing up, my childhood was deeply intertwined with nature. In the spring, I loved foraging for wild greens with my mother. During the summer, I spent countless hours playing in the river near my home with my siblings, swimming and catching fish. Autumn was filled with laughter as my friends and I packed leaves into fertilizer sacks to use as sleds on the hills. In winter, I rode the sled my father made for me on the frozen river, creating some of my happiest memories.

These moments of being surrounded by nature remain vivid to this day and are treasured as some of the most joyful times of my life. They taught me curiosity, resilience, and the beauty of connecting with the natural world.

As someone who deeply believes in the importance of childhood experiences, I am passionate about creating similar opportunities for children to explore, learn, and grow in nature. I am excited to bring my love of the outdoors and my understanding of its significance to my work at Seedlings.

In my practice, I focus on creating a safe and inclusive space where children feel valued, understood, and encouraged to explore their world. I strive to meet each child with warmth and kindness, recognizing the power of small moments to create lasting impact.

I look forward to growing alongside the children, learning from them, and helping them create their own joyful and meaningful memories in nature. It is my greatest joy to share in their adventures and celebrate their milestones every step of the way.