Our Penguin People 

Penguin Parent Education Network is a privately run centre that is affiliated with the Australian Children’s Contact Services Association (ACCSA). Penguin Parent Education Network is a leading centre in ensuring that all private and funded services are run to the same high standards. Our staff are all qualified and we work closely with ACCSA to ensure positive outcomes for children and families are obtained.

Lucy has made helping “grow” little people her life. She has spent over 26 years as a registered teacher, and the last 15 years owning and operating high quality Early Education and Outside School Hours Care Centres across Queensland.

With 4 little boys born close together, Lucy found herself in the throes of relationship breakdown and all the difficulties that entails. Combine this with children who have additional needs and you have a whole bunch of crazy! She also knows how important it is for children to have a relationship with their parents where possible. Lucy understands that parents who come to Penguin want their children to be happy, healthy, safe and having fun.

Lucy has a passion for helping parents be the best parents they can be for their children, regardless of the circumstances and she has supported thousands of families over the years. After all, our children are worth it.

In proof that there are rainbows after storms, Peter and Lucy found each other after he went through his own turbulent journey of separation and divorce. Peter has 3 children including twins as well! When he and Lucy began to create their life together, 7 children spanning over 9 years certainly had its challenges, but he and Lucy learnt to seek help and reach out when they struggled and he hopes you will too.

You will see Peter assisting with the smooth operation of Penguin. He is a great soccer goalie too! In their spare time, Lucy and Peter like to volunteer and give back to the community. They both give blood and plasma regularly and are committee or board members of: Gold Coast Multiple Birth Association, Make Ways Foundation and Mudgeeraba Chamber of Commerce.

Sthuthi aka Stu is a Supervisor at Penguin. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice and is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work. Stu’s future career
goals include working with organizations who fight human trafficking, and she endeavours to work on the frontline supporting victims.

Stu is very passionate about helping families grow together. She understands the need for family bonding and togetherness but also acknowledges that each client whether young or adult comes with their own boundaries stemming from past experiences or trauma. 

Stu will try her very best to make sure that every child is safe and secure within Penguin’s grounds.