Our Team
Today, NDC has grown into a recognised organisation, bridging gaps in support and providing a wide range of services for neurodiverse individuals and families. From our local community to members across the globe, we continue to empower and offer a sense of belonging to all those we serve.
Lesley
Founder & CEO
My name is Maria and I started at working at Skole in July 2011. I studied my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood and Primary Education through the Australian Catholic University.
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Since starting at Skole Childcare in 2011, I spent most of time in the 0-2 age group as the Room Leader – which was very rewarding. However at the start of 2016 I was keen for a change and to work with a new age group, so I moved to the preschool room.
The beginning of 2017 gave me new challenges as I moved into a 2IC role and then from May 2017 I moved into a Centre Director position. I absolutely love this role and have enjoyed learning many new skills about managing a service, mentoring and guiding a team of Educators and office administration.
Skole Director since 2017
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dedicated support workers.
Our team are passionate, experienced and deeply committed to the neurodivergent community — many with lived experience of SEND and military family life. They’re not just professionals; they’re parent carers, advocates and allies who truly understand.
We value consistency and trust above all else. Every family who comes to us will see familiar, friendly faces — people who know their story and are invested in their journey. Our team includes IPSEA Level 3 qualified SEND advisers, trained youth workers, mental health coordinators and armed forces specialists, all working together to ensure no one falls through the gaps.