Our people
The people who'll know your child by name
Owners
Kelly & Brent Stokes
“We can't wait to meet you and be part of your child's growth and development.”
Built by parents, for families on this coast. Beach Kids is owned and run by Kelly and Brent Stokes. Their daughter, Sloane, is at the heart of why Beach Kids looks and feels the way it does, because every decision starts with the same question they would ask about their own child.
Two campuses, one family. Brent was born on the Gold Coast and has spent nearly 20 years in early learning. He previously owned a boutique group of early learning campuses and has been involved with the Australian Childcare Alliance, the peak body representing the early education and care sector, for many years. Kelly brings the parent's eye, the perspective, expectations and questions that naturally come when it is your own child walking through the door.
Together, they own and operate two Beach Kids campuses: Cabarita and Chinderah.
Two is deliberate. It is enough to share knowledge, experience, and resources, while still being small enough for the owners to remain genuinely connected to the families, educators, and children.
Family ownership isn't a marketing line here. The people making decisions about your child's experience are the same people you can stop and talk to at pick-up. That connection matters to us, because we believe families deserve to know who is behind their child's early learning experience.
Centre Manager, Cabarita
Stacey Gray
“Watching children develop confidence, independence and new skills every day is incredibly rewarding.”
I have been working in the early childhood education sector for 19 years. Over that time I have developed a strong passion for creating warm, supportive and engaging environments where children feel safe, valued and encouraged to grow and learn.
What I love most about working with children and families is building genuine relationships and being part of each child's unique learning journey. I also enjoy working closely with families to support each child's individual needs and interests.
My favourite thing about Beach Kids is the strong sense of community and the welcoming, family-oriented environment. I love the excursions and experiences we offer, especially Beach Kindy and Bush Kindy. They give children the chance to explore nature, build confidence, develop resilience and learn through hands-on experiences outdoors.
Campus Manager, Chinderah
Brittany Conroy
“Childcare is far more than supervising children. It is about creating places where children feel valued.”
I have been working in the childcare and early learning sector for the past 14 years, and in that time I have developed a genuine passion for supporting children through the most important stages of their early development.
One of the most rewarding parts of this work is the relationships and trust built over time. I love watching children reach important milestones, whether that is learning to communicate, building confidence, developing social skills, or becoming more independent in their everyday routines.
Every child brings something different, and being able to support their individual strengths, interests and abilities is what makes this work meaningful to me. I also value the partnerships we build with families, because working together creates a better environment for everyone.
Our educators
Qualified, supported and here for the long run
Every classroom is staffed by qualified educators working alongside trainees and support staff, with an early childhood teacher guiding the Preschool program. Educators hold current Working with Children Checks, first aid, CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis training.
We fund study, mentor new educators and build rosters that keep familiar faces in the same classrooms. It costs more. It's the reason children settle here.
Educators and staff can access free, confidential short-term counselling through our Employee Assistance Program. Ask your campus manager for access details.
Considering a career with us? We're always glad to hear from educators who want to work this way.
Book a tour
Meet them yourself
A tour is really an introduction. You'll meet the campus manager and the educators who would be with your child every day.
