Our Team
Abir Khreis
Hello! My name is Abir Khreis & I am the supervisor at Uptown Yonge Preschool, which I recently joined in June 2024.
I have a background in early childhood education, a vast understanding of child development and mental health and a Bachelors in psychology.
I have worked as an RECE since 2016 working in various settings, such as childcare
Hello! My name is Abir Khreis & I am the supervisor at Uptown Yonge Preschool, which I recently joined in June 2024.
I have a background in early childhood education, a vast understanding of child development and mental health and a Bachelors in psychology.
I have worked as an RECE since 2016 working in various settings, such as childcare, Montessori, TDSB, YMCA, EarlyON, mental health centres and more.
Stephanie McPherson
I am a registered Early Childhood Educator, and also hold an Honours Bachelor's Degree in Child Development. I have been working at Uptown Yonge Preschool since 2014.
In my spare time I volunteer with the nonprofit organization Scouts Canada. I have been volunteering as a scout leader since 2011, working with children between the ages of 5
I am a registered Early Childhood Educator, and also hold an Honours Bachelor's Degree in Child Development. I have been working at Uptown Yonge Preschool since 2014.
In my spare time I volunteer with the nonprofit organization Scouts Canada. I have been volunteering as a scout leader since 2011, working with children between the ages of 5-17 years old encouraging the development of life/survival skills, positive values and success.
Kimberly Lodevico
Kimberly Lodevico
Hello! I was born in the Philippines and worked as a registered nurse for almost 10 years before moving to Canada.
I am a proud mother of a 5-year-old boy and a graduate of Seneca Polytechnic. While studying, I worked as a part-time private caregiver for an elderly couple.
Febbie Besas
Hi! I am a new registered Early Childhood Educator here in Uptown Yonge. I recently graduated from Seneca Polytechnic and started working here.
One thing about me is that I can understand Tagalog and Ilonggo and speak a bit of both as well!
Victoria Reid
Hi, my name is Victoria Reid, and I'm an Early Childhood Educator currently working in the Toddler Room.
I've had the opportunity to work with children in a variety of settings, including daycares, Disney Cruise Line, and even as a performer portraying Disney Princesses for children's birthday parties across the GTA.
These experiences have
Hi, my name is Victoria Reid, and I'm an Early Childhood Educator currently working in the Toddler Room.
I've had the opportunity to work with children in a variety of settings, including daycares, Disney Cruise Line, and even as a performer portraying Disney Princesses for children's birthday parties across the GTA.
These experiences have deepened my passion for creating joyful, nurturing, and imaginative environments for children and their families.
Renu
Renu
Hello! I am a new Early Childhood Educator and a recent graduate of Fanshawe College. I am passionate about supporting children’s growth through play-based learning and creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment.
I speak English and Hindi, which helps me connect with children and families from diverse backgrounds. I am naturall
Hello! I am a new Early Childhood Educator and a recent graduate of Fanshawe College. I am passionate about supporting children’s growth through play-based learning and creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment.
I speak English and Hindi, which helps me connect with children and families from diverse backgrounds. I am naturally calm and a little quiet at first, but I take time to build meaningful relationships based on trust and consistency.