Positive Role Models for Your Child
At Karuna Montessori, we are a small team of dedicated and passionate staff sharing a wealth of knowledge between us about early years education. With each of us bringing our unique perspectives, we work together to foster an environment of inclusivity and respect.
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Sabine is the Karuna Montessori Principal and Senior Classroom Directress. She joined the school at the beginning of 2023.
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Sabine began her teaching career in 1987 and has worked in various educational settings across different countries and continents. Since arriving in Australia in 2011, she has worked in educational leadership in NSW and Victoria, focussing on Montessori excellence in schools and the expansion of Montessori pedagogy in the education sector. A highly dedicated and passionate Montessorian and educationalist, Sabine has worked with children in early childhood, primary and adolescence and strongly advocates for Montessori education for children and young people.
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Sabine holds a Bachelor of Teaching from Austria, a Master of Art (Music Pedagogy) from the University of Vienna, Austria, and an AMI 3-6 Graduate Diploma in Montessori Education, obtained at the Maria Montessori Institute in London, U.K.
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A Montessori mum herself, Sabine has two children who have attended Montessori schools during their schooling.
Sabine Adigun
Principal
Educators
Sabine Adigun
Principal
Roshelle Gabalfin
Classroom Assistant
Roshelle is a classroom assistant at Karuna Montessori Preschool who first joined the school during Term 1 of 2023.
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Roshelle has been a classroom assistant since 2017. She provided support to children with additional needs in a special education centre in South Australia and in a public school in Canberra. Roshelle is very passionate about promoting each individual’s independence, development and learning and values their rights and strives to maintain their dignity and self-care.
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Roshelle holds a Certificate IV in Education Support, Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) and a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from the Philippines.
Classroom
Joselyn Bruzzano
Classroom Assistant
Joselyn joined Karuna Montessori Preschool in 2024 as a classroom assistant. She has worked in education for the past 10 years and holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. Joselyn also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture and a Bachelor of Architecture, Honours from the University of Technology, Sydney.
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Joselyn fosters a love of learning in young minds. She believes in nurturing independence and natural growth and that children should be considered confident and capable. Joselyn’s approach to education is rooted in the belief that every child has an innate desire to learn and grow. She takes great joy in guiding students as they discover their passions and develop a lifelong love of learning. She believes in the preparation of rich, nurturing environments that encourage self-directed exploration and critical thinking.
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Joselyn enjoys finding inspiration in nature and literature outside the classroom to bring fresh ideas into her practice.
Office Staff
Olivia Ossington
Office Administrator
Olivia joined Karuna in June 2022 as the Office Administrator. Olivia has strong organisational and administrative experience having worked previously as a Personal Assistant in a consulting firm. Olivia is the first point of contact for parents and new enquiries, and will support parents through the process of enrolment. Olivia holds a Certificate III in Early Education and Care, a Certificate IV in Leisure and Health and a Diploma of Nutrition.
Olivia lives locally and currently studies Design at UTS. She is passionate about creativity and children’s education and enjoys cooking and being outdoors.