
Bridget Isichei
Centre & Program Director
Northern Rivers Preschool
Bridget Isichei is Director of three preschools in NSW, two rated “Excellent” under the National Quality Framework. With a Master’s in Educational Leadership and over 26 years’ ECEC experience across five countries, she also serves as President of the Northern Rivers Preschool Alliance, supporting 42 regional preschools. Passionate about excellence, Bridget champions emotionally safe, responsive programs where every child feels a strong sense of belonging and can thrive.
SESSIONS
Day 1
12:00
Panel: Centres with excellent ratings: What sets them apart?
What does it take to achieve and maintain an “Excellent” rating under the National Quality Framework?
Gain direct insights from high-performing providers on leadership, culture, safety, quality and child-centred pedagogy
Moderator: Su Garrett, Director, Explore & Develop Annandale
Bridget Isichei, Centre & Program Director, Northern Rivers Preschool
Akram Eshaghi, Director, Uniting Airlie Preschool Oatlands (UAPO)
Sue Inglis, Manager and Educational Leader, Pelican Waters Golden Beach Kindergarten and Childcare Centre