Listen first
Begin with the child, the concern, the setting and what has already been tried.
Meet the founder
Early-years knowledge.
Practical partnership.
Mary Aliu is a Registered Early Childhood Educator and the founder of Stars Haven Academy.
Mary Aliu, RECE
Helping adults support children with clarity and confidence.
Founder & Family and Early Years PartnerMary holds an Early Childhood Education diploma from Durham College and a BA in English Language from the University of Lagos.
Her experience includes YMCA licensed home childcare, early-learning programs, family communication, program planning and inclusive early-years practice.
Her work is grounded in child development, responsive relationships, play-based learning, observation and collaboration with families and professionals. Through Stars Haven Academy, she makes that knowledge accessible through education, consultation, observation, coaching, workshops and referral support.
How we work
Thoughtful support, clearly defined.
Make it practical
Translate early-years knowledge into realistic strategies and manageable next steps.
Stay within scope
Provide education and coaching, with referral to regulated clinical professionals when needed.
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Start with a conversation.
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