Meet Our Team
Passionate leaders and educators dedicated to exceptional early childhood education
Our Founder
Meet the visionary leader who started it all
Coraline Dufroux
Founder
Founded by Coraline Dufroux, GRO was born from firsthand experience of the childcare gaps in small towns. With a deep commitment to transforming regional childcare, the organisation has invested hundreds of thousands into uplifting environments, resources, and staff quality to elevate industry standards.
Center Directors
Meet the dedicated leaders managing our centers across Queensland
Michael Chen
Center Director - Mount Isa
Michael is a qualified early childhood educator with a Masters in Educational Leadership. He oversees curriculum development and educator training across all GRO centres.
Emma Williams
Center Director - Moranbah
Emma manages daily operations across our network of centres, ensuring high standards of care and educational excellence in every location.
David Rodriguez
Center Director - Charters Towers
David leads our human resources initiatives, focusing on educator wellbeing, professional development, and creating an inclusive workplace culture.
Our Team Values
Collaboration
We believe that great ideas come from working together. Our team members support each other, share knowledge, and collaborate to create the best learning experiences for children.
Growth Mindset
We embrace challenges and see them as opportunities to learn and improve. Our team is committed to continuous professional development and staying current with best practices.
Compassionate Care
We approach our work with empathy, understanding, and genuine care for children, families, and each other, creating a supportive community for everyone involved.
Meet Our Educators
Get to know some of the passionate educators who make GRO Early Learning special.
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Ready to Join Our Team?
We're always looking for passionate educators who share our commitment to excellence in early childhood education. Discover your next career opportunity with GRO.