Numbers wizz Karen comes from an accounting background but has a genuine heart for families. With six grandchildren of her own she has a ton of experience with children of all ages. Working as an accountant for multiple childcare centre's allowed her to become familiar with all the ins and outs of the daily operation this made it an easy decision when the chance came to own her own. Karen has a passion for the Te Puna community with three of her grandchildren attending Te Puna primary school. Supporting local is her goal so at Te Puna Early Learning Centre most of our contractors are parents of children attending the Centre or local businesses. Both her and Olivia make it their mission to keep the cafe next door 'Nourish' in business, it is nothing to do with their coffee addiction and only to do with supporting local.