About Mini Scholars Academy
Mini Scholars Academy was born from friendship, shared values, and a passion for giving children the very best start in life.
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Fatimah and Haide’s journey began as friends who soon discovered how naturally they worked together. Beyond motherhood, they shared a deep belief in the power of early education and recognised the need for a place where children could feel safe, inspired, and ready to begin school with confidence and joy.
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With Haide’s extensive experience in education, including years of running a successful learning centre, and Fatimah’s creativity and design vision, their talents came together seamlessly. What began as heartfelt conversations over shared dreams grew into a mission to create a school readiness academy that blends structure with warmth, professionalism with care, and knowledge with empathy.
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Mini Scholars Academy is more than a program. It is a reflection of their friendship, their families, and their shared belief that when children are nurtured with intention, care, and love, they flourish in every way.
Our Story
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Mini Scholars Academy was born from friendship, shared values, and a shared passion for giving children the very best start in life.
Fatimah and Haide’s journey began as friends who quickly realised they had more than motherhood in common. They both shared a deep belief in the importance of early education and recognised the need for a place where children could feel safe, inspired, and fully prepared to step into school with confidence.
With Haide’s extensive experience in education, including her years of running a successful learning centre, and Fatimah’s creativity and design vision, their strengths naturally complemented each other. What started as conversations between friends grew into a mission to create a school readiness academy that blends structure with heart, professionalism with warmth, and knowledge with empathy.
Mini Scholars Academy is more than a program. It is a reflection of their friendship, their families, and their belief that when children are nurtured with care, empathy, and intention, they flourish.
Meet Our Founders
Haide Sia Sulfaro
Haide is the Co founder of Mini Scholars Academy, a mother of two, and an experienced educator with a deep commitment to helping children thrive. With over 15 years of experience in education, including 9 years as the Owner of Kumon Fairfield Education Centre, she brings strong leadership, proven systems, and a results focused approach to early learning.
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Ms Haide leads the Academy’s curriculum, teaching standards, and learning outcomes, ensuring every program is structured, purposeful, and carefully designed to build confident and independent learners. With an academic background in Computer Science and Tourism Management, she combines discipline, organisation, and strategic thinking with a calm and nurturing presence that families naturally trust.
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As both an educator and a parent, Ms Haide understands the realities of family life. She recognises the challenges busy parents face when supporting learning at home, particularly when time, tools, or confidence feel limited. This insight drives her to design programs that not only develop children’s skills, but also provide families with clear guidance, structure, and reassurance throughout their child’s learning journey.
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Ms Haide is deeply committed to continuous growth and improvement. She ensures Mini Scholars Academy continues to evolve by refining programs, strengthening support systems, and adapting to the needs of the families and community it serves. Her leadership is grounded in both expertise and genuine care, creating an environment where children feel supported, challenged, and proud of their progress.
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She brings a rare balance of strong leadership, professionalism, and warmth. Ms Haide is highly skilled at motivating children by sparking curiosity, building confidence, and encouraging persistence when learning feels challenging. She believes every child has strengths to develop, every family deserves support, and every milestone, big or small, matters. Under her leadership, children are guided to try, improve, and take pride in their achievements.
Fatimah Fadam
Fatimah is the driving force and visionary leader behind Mini Scholars Academy, a mother of three, and a passionate advocate for nurturing children with care, confidence, and curiosity. With a background in Interior Architecture and Interior Design, she brings a thoughtful and creative perspective to early learning, viewing every space as an opportunity to inspire and every program as something to be designed with intention and detail.
Her journey into education began through motherhood, where she experienced firsthand the importance of patience, communication, and emotional connection in a child’s development. These experiences shaped her belief that education extends beyond academic achievement and plays a vital role in building independence, resilience, and a genuine love of learning.
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As both a mother and co founder, Fatimah balances professionalism with a warm, intuitive approach that allows children to feel safe, valued, and confident. She believes that when children are nurtured in an environment that respects their emotional and developmental needs, they are more willing to explore, persist, and grow.
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Fatimah leads the Academy’s vision, direction, and identity, ensuring Mini Scholars Academy blends structure with creativity, professionalism with beauty, and strategy with heart. Her leadership focuses on creating programs that are not only effective, but also meaningful and memorable for families.
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Hardworking yet gentle, innovative yet organised, Fatimah brings a strong balance of creativity, leadership, and determination. She believes every child’s journey is unique, every milestone matters, and every step forward contributes to a strong foundation for future learning and confidence.