Sandra Cheeseman

A former early childhood teacher, academic and senior executive, Sandra has stepped into the role of CEO following the retirement of Jane Bourne. Sandra has been C&K’s Chief Operating Officer for the past 2 ½ years bringing extensive experience in the early childhood sector across corporate governance, leadership, service delivery and research.

Sandra has published in the areas of organisational leadership, early years curriculum and infant / toddler rights. She was a member of the core writing team who developed Australia's first Early Years Learning Framework and has worked on key government projects to translate policy to practice.

Sandra has served on a number of governance boards including as non-executive director for the Australian Children’s Educational and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). She is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board for the Raising Children Network and has recently been appointed by the Ministerial Advisory Group for the development of a preschool outcomes measure.