Meet the Founder

A 130-Place Centre In A Heritage Building

Prior to founding Elles Belles Early Learning, Elena successfully developed, owned and operated a 130-place Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten in Melbourne's Docklands. Located within a heritage-listed building, the service was thoughtfully designed to complement the unique character of the space while delivering a contemporary and innovative learning environment.

Under her leadership, the centre became a highly successful business and was sold in 2015, providing the foundation and inspiration for the creation of the Elles Belles brand.

She Knows The Morning Drop-Off From Both Sides

As a mother of two young children herself, Elena understands firsthand the trust families place in an early learning service. She knows what it feels like to drop your child off each morning and wants every family to feel the same sense of confidence, warmth and belonging that she seeks for her own children. This perspective influences every decision made across the Elles Belles campuses.

Still Hands-On, Across Every Campus

Today, Elena oversees multiple campuses across Melbourne and remains actively involved in all aspects of the business. From strategic planning, property acquisition and centre development through to operations, team leadership, marketing, recruitment and educational direction, she maintains a hands-on approach that ensures every service reflects the values and vision upon which the company was built.

Growing Without Losing The Personal Touch

As Elles Belles Early Learning continues its expansion across Melbourne, with additional campuses planned in the coming years, Elena remains focused on sustainable growth, maintaining exceptional standards and delivering outstanding educational experiences for children and families.

Her vision is to create a network of premium, family-owned services that remain deeply connected to the communities they serve while never losing the personal touch that sets them apart.