Peta L Lowry - Founder
Andrew Ferguson - German Language Leader
Kylie Farmer - Japanese Language Leader
Angela Ristuccia-Cafarella - Italian Language Leader
Confucius Institute - Mandarin Language Leader

Peta L Lowry - Founder

Peta Lowry is a mother of two young boys, a full time business professional and founder of LOTE@HOME.

Peta began using the concept of creating a "little Italy" in her home over 5 years ago, when her younger son began Primary School. read more

Andrew Ferguson BA(Hons), DipEd, MEd - German Language Leader

Andrew Ferguson is an experienced teacher of German and English, having taught in a wide range of Victorian schools for over 25 years.

He has been Head of LOTE at three schools and his most recent position of responsibility in a school was that of Coordinator of Professional Development at Trinity Grammar School, Kew.

Andrew also has a strong academic background. read more


Kylie Farmer - Japanese Language Leader

Kylie Farmer is the Vice President of the Modern Language Teachers Association of Victoria (MLTAV) and the Australian Federation of Modern Language Teachers (AFMLTA). She is currently project officer for an MLTAV Action Research Project providing Professional Learning to primary language teachers. read more

Angela Ristuccia-Cafarella - Italian Language Leader

Angela has been teaching in primary and secondary schools for more than ten years and has a passion for the teaching of Italian.

She has a great capacity to enthuse and encourage students and she seeks to make her students’ learning experiences relevant and enjoyable. read more


Confucius Institute - Mandarin Language Leader

The Confucius Institute network is being created to spearhead the teaching of the Chinese language and culture worldwide, as well as acting as a vehicle through which to strengthen economic and business ties. read more