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Testimonials

At The Educators Well, relationships, connection, and meaningful support are at the heart of everything we do.

Whether through training, mentoring, professional development, workshops, or everyday conversations, it is a privilege to support educators, services, and teams on their journey.

Here are just a few of the kind words shared by those I've had the opportunity to work alongside.

Workshop Testimonals

"Growth doesn't come from having all the answers. It comes from being willing to reflect, learn, and keep moving forward."
– Rachel Smith

"Rachel spent a full day reviewing my service practices and operations, looking at everything from how I welcomed children and families each morning through to my daily routines, documentation, and business systems. At first, I thought she had forgotten about me when I didn't hear back for a week, but what she returned with was incredible — a personalised six-month action plan tailored specifically to my service.

Rachel then spent two hours with me working through the plan step-by-step, helping me understand not only what needed to change, but how to actually implement those changes. The difference has been remarkable. My service is more organised, professional, and efficient, and I now have more time to focus on building meaningful relationships with children and families. Even my supervisor has commented on the significant improvements and increased professionalism within my service. I cannot recommend Rachel's support highly enough."

– Bec, NSW Family Day Care Educator

"Stand aside for a while and leave room for learning. Observe carefully what children do, and then, if you have understood well, perhaps teaching will be different from before."

Loris Malaguzzi

Awards and Recognition

2020 FDCA Badge Regional Winner

Family Day Care Australia Excellence in Family Day Care Awards


Regional Educator of the Year – Riverina Murray Region, 2020

2024 FDCA Badge Regional Winner

Family Day Care Australia Excellence in Family Day Care Awards


Regional Educator of the Year – Mount Gambier & Limestone Coast, 2023

Beam Awards Nomination and Finalist

Beam Awards 

2024 Finalist – Emerging Business of the Year

2024 Finalist – Women Supporting Women

"While awards are never the reason for the work, they serve as a reminder of the impact that connection, advocacy, and a commitment to supporting others can have within our communities. I am grateful for every opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute to the education and care sector."

Podcasts and Publictions

The Daily Advertiser: Wagga coronavirus: Mothers Rachel Smith and Kaitlyn Haran on life with babies born during the covid lockdown

The Teaching Journey Podcast: Episode 23 : Rachel Smith

Daily Advertiser: I do, I do - October 29, 2015

Big Hearted Education: Out of the Box with Rachel Smith

SE Voice: Regional Educator Qwarded

Adelaide Now: ‘Threatened in own homes’: Family daycare educator speaks out

The Educators Well

 

Supporting educators through training, mentoring, wellbeing, and professional development across South East Queensland.

🌿 Accredited Training
🌿 Workshops & Professional Development
🌿 Educator Wellbeing & Mentoring
🌿 Family Day Care Support Services

 

Nationally recognised training delivered on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909.

📍 Servicing South East Queensland
📧 theeducatorswellwithrachel@gmail.com
📱 0459 492 799

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