Principal & Learning Support Teacher

Ms. Laura is the Founder, Principal, and Learning Support Teacher at The Learning Hive Academy. She holds a Master’s degree in Sociology with a specialization in Children and Education and has spent her career working with children from early childhood through adolescence in a variety of educational and support roles.

In her role at the Academy, Ms. Laura supports both learners and educators across classrooms, helping to identify individual learning needs, plan appropriate supports, and ensure instruction remains responsive to each child. She is especially passionate about structured literacy, evidence-based mathematics instruction, and helping students strengthen the foundational skills they need to become more confident and independent learners.

Her approach combines high academic expectations with gentle, relationship-centred teaching. Ms. Laura believes children learn best when they feel safe, known, and supported, and when instruction is explicit, intentional, and carefully matched to what they are ready to learn next. She is committed to focusing on meaningful individual progress rather than expecting every child to move through learning at exactly the same pace.

As Principal, Ms. Laura works closely with educators and families to shape the overall learning environment at The Learning Hive Academy. As a parent of two young children herself, she also understands the importance of creating a school community where children are challenged academically while still being treated with warmth, patience, and care.

Junior Kindergarten Educator

Ms. Alyssa holds an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, along with a diploma in Early Childhood Education. She brings a warm, thoughtful, and creative approach to her work with young children and is passionate about creating environments where learners feel safe, supported, and excited to take part.

As the Junior Kindergarten Educator at The Learning Hive Academy, Ms. Alyssa focuses on helping children build strong early foundations through meaningful, play-based and hands-on experiences. She especially enjoys designing sensory-rich activities that support early literacy, numeracy, fine motor development, independence, social-emotional growth, and a positive first experience with school.

Ms. Alyssa believes that each child develops at their own pace and deserves to feel seen, understood, and encouraged throughout that process. She is committed to nurturing growth across all developmental areas while helping children build confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning.

Outside of The Learning Hive, Ms. Alyssa lives in Woodstock with her husband and two children. She enjoys spending time with her family, exploring nature trails, reading, working on DIY projects, and designing wreaths for her hobby business.

Elementary Educator

Ms. Lisa is an SK-3 Educator at The Learning Hive and one of the longest-standing members of our team. She brings a naturally warm and nurturing presence to the classroom, along with more than 25 years of experience volunteering and working with children in a variety of settings.

Ms. Lisa is passionate about meeting children where they are and creating a learning environment where they feel known, supported, and comfortable taking on new challenges. She is especially interested in the way young children process new ideas and loves helping learners make connections through conversation, exploration, creativity, and hands-on experiences. Her calm and encouraging approach gives children the space to build skills while developing confidence and independence along the way.

Creativity has always been an important part of Ms. Lisa’s life. She holds a diploma in Interior Design and has also turned her love of art into a small business. She brings that creative perspective into the classroom, using art and making as meaningful opportunities for problem-solving, self-expression, and learning.

Outside of The Learning Hive, Ms. Lisa is a wife and mom of three who continues to love all things creative.

Elementary Educator

Ms. Malory is a Registered Early Childhood Educator and an SK-3 Educator at The Learning Hive. She brings several years of experience working at I. L. Thomas Elementary, along with a strong understanding of child development, early learning, and the importance of creating a classroom where children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

Ms. Malory believes that strong relationships are at the heart of meaningful learning. She takes time to get to know each child’s personality, strengths, interests, and individual needs, and works to create an environment where learners feel comfortable being themselves, asking questions, and taking on new challenges.

She brings patience, creativity, and encouragement into the classroom and especially enjoys hands-on learning, games, exploration, and opportunities for children to learn through doing. Ms. Malory also has a strong appreciation for outdoor learning and believes that time spent in nature can support curiosity, confidence, and overall well-being.

Outside of The Learning Hive, Ms. Malory loves baking and cooking, knitting and crocheting, puzzles, board games, and spending time outdoors. She also shares her home with her fiancé and a very full collection of pets, including dogs, cats, birds, and lizards.

Junior/Intermediate Educator

Ms. Steph is a Junior/Intermediate Educator at The Learning Hive. She holds a diploma in Early Childhood Education from Conestoga College, complemented by continued education in Children’s Mental Health. She is passionate about building authentic connections with children and believes that strong relationships are at the heart of meaningful learning.

Her approach is rooted in seeing and supporting the whole child, while honouring each learner’s individual personality, experiences, interests, strengths, and way of learning. Ms. Steph strives to create a classroom where students feel comfortable being themselves, asking questions, taking on challenges, and knowing they have a caring and supportive educator beside them.

She values curiosity, creativity, and the small moments that help students discover what they are capable of. One of her favourite parts of teaching is watching learners develop confidence, persist through something difficult, and experience the pride that comes with new understanding.

Outside of The Learning Hive, Ms. Steph enjoys spending time with her husband, son, and their two dogs. Music has always been an important part of her life, and she enjoys singing, playing instruments, and writing her own songs. She brings that same creativity and enthusiasm into her classroom each day.

Office Manager & Substitute Educator

Ms. Ashley is an Early Childhood Educator, Office Manager, and Supply Educator at The Learning Hive Academy. In her role, she helps support both the day-to-day operations of the Academy and the learners who spend their days with us, making her a familiar and trusted presence throughout The Hive.

With a background in Early Childhood Education, Ms. Ashley brings a strong understanding of child development, communication, and the importance of creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and known. Whether she is stepping into a classroom, helping a learner through a difficult moment, supporting routines and transitions, or assisting an educator, she approaches children with patience, warmth, and consistency.

As Office Manager, Ms. Ashley also works closely with families and educators behind the scenes, helping keep communication, programming, scheduling, and daily operations running smoothly. Her unique position allows her to know many of our learners and families well, and she values being able to support children both inside and outside the classroom.

Outside of The Learning Hive, Ms. Ashley is a wife and mom to two young boys, Benson and Emmett. She enjoys spending time with her family and baking whenever she gets the chance.

Specialty Subject & Substitute Educator

Ms. Sarah is a Registered Early Childhood Educator who works at The Learning Hive Academy as both a Supply Educator and Specialty Class Teacher. She brings a wide range of experience working with children in both one-to-one and group settings, including classroom teaching, tutoring, and private gymnastics coaching.

Ms. Sarah is especially passionate about literacy and mathematics instruction for Elementary and Intermediate learners and is committed to continuing her own professional learning through supplemental training and ongoing study. Her experience across different educational settings allows her to adapt easily to different groups, routines, and learning needs while still providing children with consistency and support.

Whether she is stepping into a classroom as a supply educator or leading a specialty class, Ms. Sarah brings a balance of structure, creativity, and encouragement. She values creating learning environments where children feel comfortable participating, trying new things, and building confidence in their abilities.

Outside of the Academy, Ms. Sarah also plays a leadership role within The Learning Hive’s tutoring program, giving her additional experience supporting individualized learning and helping students strengthen foundational academic skills.

Substitute Educator

Ms. Kim is a Supply Educator at The Learning Hive Academy and has worked in early childhood education since 1993. She brings more than three decades of experience supporting young children and families across a variety of learning and care environments.

From 2001 to 2020, Ms. Kim was the Owner and Director of Little Blessings Nursery School, where she led programming grounded in consistency, care, and a strong understanding of early childhood development. More recently, she worked as a home care provider from 2020 to 2025, continuing to support children in nurturing, relationship-centred environments.

Ms. Kim believes every child deserves to feel safe, respected, and understood. She brings a calm, steady presence into the classroom and is skilled at helping children settle into routines, navigate transitions, and feel comfortable with a familiar and supportive adult. Her approach is patient, nurturing, and responsive to the individual child.

Outside of The Learning Hive, Ms. Kim is married and has two sons. She feels privileged to continue working with children and values every opportunity to support their learning, confidence, and growth.

Substitute Educator

Ms. Victoria is a Supply Educator at The Learning Hive Academy. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a post-graduate diploma in Child and Youth Care, bringing a strong understanding of child development, behaviour, emotional well-being, and the many factors that can influence a child’s experience at school.

She has worked with children in a variety of educational and supportive roles, including as a school office administrator, preschool music teacher, piano and voice teacher, supply teacher, and classroom-based child therapist with the Toronto District School Board. These experiences have helped shape her calm, responsive approach and her ability to step into different classrooms while helping children feel comfortable and supported.

Ms. Victoria believes that every child is different and that meaningful learning begins with understanding the individual learner. She strives to create a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe being themselves, asking for help, trying new things, and working through challenges with the support of a caring adult.

Outside of The Learning Hive, Ms. Victoria enjoys spending time with her husband, their young son, Dax, and their family and friends. She also loves music, cooking, and baking whenever she gets the chance.