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Manager of the Year 2025 - Rhonda Armstrong, Aspire Rockbank

Sponsored by Oreana Group

Aspire is proud to present the Manager of the Year Award, and this year we are delighted to recognise Rhonda Armstrong from Rockbank as our 2025 winner.

This award celebrates a Centre Manager who leads with clarity, purpose, and genuine care. Someone who builds a positive, high-performing team culture, communicates with integrity, and consistently achieves strong occupancy, quality, and family outcomes.

Why Rhonda Stands Out

Rhonda has been recognised for her exceptional leadership and innovation through:

  • Consistently achieving KPI targets, ensuring strong performance across all areas of centre operations.
  • Pioneering innovative initiatives, including the Children’s Committee, Safety Committee, Maintenance Crew, Art Studio, and sustainability practices now embedded across the centre.
  • Mentoring new Centre Managers, leading Aspire’s induction program and setting high standards for leadership and quality.
  • Creating a strong sense of community, fostering meaningful connections with families and children.
  • Driving a culture of excellence, inspiring her team and influencing best practices across the Aspire network

“Winning the Centre Manager of the year award has been validation of the amazing team that we have here at Rockbank. Awards like this are a team effort and I am grateful for the team that I have. This award is motivating and inspires me to continue improving and to continue leading with integrity, empathy and ambition to raise the standard even higher." - Rhonda Armstrong, Aspire Rockbank

Congratulations, Rhonda, on this outstanding achievement. Your leadership, creativity, and commitment to innovation set a benchmark for excellence, and we are proud to celebrate your success.

Thank You to Our Sponsor!

We extend our sincere thanks to Oreana Group for sponsoring this award and for their ongoing partnership in developing and delivering Aspire’s new centres. Oreana’s commitment to excellence and innovation mirrors our own values, and we are grateful for their continued support.

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Vacancies are currently available at Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten Rockbank.  To learn more about the centre, book a tour or contact the friendly Aspire team, click the links below.

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