Our People

Emilee Keefe, Centre Manager

Kia Ora Whanau!

My name is Emilee Keefe and I am the Centre Manager at Active Explorers Lower Hutt. 

I have worked for Evolve since 2015 and have been lucky enough to work in five of their Centres. I started my career with Evolve as a Teacher and have moved my way up to a Centre Manager. I have been lucky enough to hold a Centre Managers position in three Evolve Centres, Lollipops Petone, Active Explorers Upper Hutt, and Active Explorers Lower Hutt.

Maz Sagarbarria, Assistant Manager - Kiwi room

Kia Ora

My name is Maz Sagarbarria. I have been working in ECE four years full time and have been with company for 7 years. I have bachelor’s degree in ECE.

I have children of my own with my partner Dave and a puppy name Zee. I have lived in New Zealand since I was 7years and based in Wellington.

I am a mixture of Filipino, Spanish, Chinese & Japanese.

I enjoy working with children of all ages. I believe that children learn at their own pace with the support and encouragement to meet their full potential.

Francine (Fran) Little, Team lead - Fantails room

Kia Ora Whānau

My name is Francine (Fran) Little. I have worked in the early childhood sector for over 20+ years. I have worked in various centres in the wellington region, including Kindergartens.

I have had roles as a Centre Manager, 2IC & also Team Leader and have worked in one off our sister centre’s “Lollipops Petone” so I know how Evolve works and look forward to getting to know you all.