About Us - Bambi Forest School

Who are we?

We are Bambi Forest School

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Lovingly owned and operated by a dedicated Early Childhood Teacher/Forest School Leader (the crazy lady in the Akubra, Amanda Munro, ‘preferred name is ‘Mandy’ or as our children say, “Miss Amandy” (I like that too!) and an inspiring team of extraordinary ‘Children’s Advocates’ with such incredibly diverse backgrounds and experiences, blessed to have cultivated our ‘Bambi-fam’.

Progressive approach, a truly Yin and Yang philosophy drawing on Montessori and Steiner. Providing the perfect balance of structure/intentional teaching experiences and time to disconnect to ‘reconnect’ with nature and self.

Wellbeing and mindfulness are naturally integrated holistically. Our hope is to ignite a love of exploring, discovering, researching and connecting.

Nestled on over 2 acres of green space, literally where the forest meets the sea, just 200 metres to beautiful Lake Cathie. Honoured to share the journey on Birpai Country.

Our name may seem obvious: the beautiful fawn, a provocative literary classic brought to life by Disney’s film adaptation of the same name.

The Bambi Forest School name AND philosophy has drawn from many sources of inspiration with over 20 years of RESEARCH across the globe, drawing from many sources of inspiration.

Household name ‘Bambi’ – a controversial book of it’s time, shaking up the core of humanity, but more innocently portrayed and adapted by Disney, the first Disney film to tackle conservation.

Bambi – is Italian for ‘child’, a nod to my Montessori roots (20 years worth!) – we carry on with a beautiful prepared home-like environment and community-enhancing activities

Bambi, last but not least, is acknowledgment of the beautiful local language, Gathang. In Gathang language (of the Birpai People), Bambi is:

– baby fire or kindling (noun)

– to ignite a fire (verb)

(I discovered this on my first day of fire training – I’m a believer in signs).

Meet The Team

Our Team of Experienced Teachers

Our education team consists of university trained teachers, diploma and certificate qualified educators.

Our team are handpicked for their personal attributes as well as their professional skills and qualifications. A passion for children, community and personal commitment to health and wellbeing is a must and something we like to nurture within our team.

Whether you’re a first time parent dropping your baby off to our nursery, preparing your child for transitioning to primary school or a seasoned parent, you will find our responsive team are able to meet both your child and family’s needs.

Mandy

Head Honcho / Forest School Leader

Janene

Assistant Director / Centre Manager

Chris

General Manager

Adam

Wellbeing and Sustainability Coordinator

Alice

School and Life Readiness Early Childhood Teacher

Brendan

Active Movement and Events Coordinator

Donna

Mindfulness and Bush Craft Coordinator

Emma

Permaculture Coordinator & Forest School Assistant

Kate

Waldorf-stream Educator / Leader

Kylie

Toddler Program Coordinator

Natalie

Nursery Educator & Chief Cuddle-giver

Emma

Permaculture Coordinator & Forest School Assistant

Kate

Waldorf-stream Educator / Leader

Kylie

Toddler Program Coordinator

Natalie

Nursery Educator & Chief Cuddle-giver

Piper

Nursery and Toddler Program Support

Rachel

Forest School
Leader

Shereen

Nursery
Coordinator

Toni

Nursery and Toddler Support

Piper

Nursery and Toddler Program Support

Rachel

Forest School
Leader

Shereen

Nursery
Coordinator

Toni

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A big part of the magic at Bambi Forest School is due to the special people who are part of the tapestry, weaving their stories, making it a living breathing energetic fabric, dynamic in nature, evolving alongside your child. So why not enrol today to ensure your child can experience the difference?

Who are we?

We are Bambi Forest School

Meet The Team