A dedicated team of experienced educators
Meet our staff
The Farmhouse Montessori School is incredibly proud of its qualified, dedicated and experienced teaching staff. All staff work closely together to ensure children and young people are provided with the highest standards of Montessori education. As a school, we have an ethos of supporting the sustainability of authentic Montessori teaching. All teaching staff regularly participate in workshops and training to continue to upgrade their understanding of child development and best Montessori practises.

Harshitha Ravakumar | Interim Principal
Harshitha Ravikumar brings over two decades of educational experience to her role. Her journey into Montessori education began early in life, inspired by her mother, a Montessori educator. Harshitha holds a Bachelor of Education and a Master of Teaching (Birth to 12), along with internationally recognised Montessori qualifications, including the Montessori Diploma for 3 to 6 year old children and the Montessori Diploma for 6 to 12 year old children.
Harshitha is committed to cultivating a school culture where all staff feel valued, empowered, and supported to bring their unique strengths to the team. Her calm, considered approach fosters a strong sense of belonging, professionalism, and mutual growth within the school community.
In her work with children, Harshitha is driven by Maria Montessori’s vision of education as a pathway to peace and lifelong learning. She is passionate about guiding children to become independent, curious, and joyful learners, supported by environments that honour their individuality and natural developmental rhythms.
Harshitha continues to be inspired by the daily moments of wonder that unfold in Montessori classrooms and by the shared commitment of families and educators to support each child’s potential.

Merrill Tilwani
Pre School Coordinator

Chris Deery
Primary School Coordinator
Preschool Administrators

Angela Martin
Administrator

Jill Robertson
Accounts

Bryony Fletcher
Enrolment Officer
Preschool Staff

Corrine Dawson

Catalina Mayer

Dawn Harkin

Yuko Uchida

Anniebelle Vergel de Dios

Bruno Rivarolly

Jo Buckley

Rachel Gilchrist

Ashley Gilchrist

Katherine Thomas

Karen Duvenhage

Helene Hart

Claire Young-Thompson

Nina Mosmann

Sarah Gibbs

Vanessa Hayward

Nicole Labra
Primary School Administrators

Suzanne Lyle
PA to Principal & Administration

Bryony Fletcher
Enrolment Officer

Chris Deery
Primary Campus Enrolments
Primary School Educators

Chris Deery

Toby Marshall

Bruno Rivarolly

Laura Navio Serrano

Ella Cansdell

Thomas Krieger

Nicole Labra