Early childhood consultant

Speaker | Educator | Advocate

With over 30 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, Ella de la Motte is a respected consultant, facilitator, and thought leader known for her warm, grounded, and deeply practical approach to professional learning.

Ella partners with early education services, leaders, and educators across Australia to create meaningful change — in pedagogy, culture, and community. Her work spans leadership development, team culture, environments, governance, and curriculum design, always grounded in the values of connection, sustainability, and authenticity.

Drawing on decades of on-the-ground experience as an educator, director, and leader, Ella brings a unique blend of wisdom and creativity to every collaboration. Her sessions and keynotes are known for being reflective yet energising, challenging yet compassionate — creating space for educators to pause, rethink, and reconnect with what matters most.

Ella is passionate about reimagining environments, strengthening leadership through collaboration, and advocating for ethical, sustainable, and community-driven practice across the sector.

Ella de la Motte – Early Childhood Consultant
Connection. Reflection. Transformation.