The heart behind
D'Marie Vivre
Educator. Educational Psychologist & Consultant. Curriculum developer. Author. Parent coach. And above all — someone who genuinely believes every child is a star waiting to shine.
Mary Okunloye
Founder & Executive Director
D'Marie Vivre Learning Hub
139 Trademore Avenue, Lugbe, Abuja
Who is Ms. Mary?
Mary Okunloye — known warmly to learners and families as Ms. Mary — is the Founder and Executive Director of D'Marie Vivre Learning Hub, and an Educational Psychologist & Consultant. She is an experienced educator, curriculum developer, published children's storytelling author, and a deeply passionate advocate for holistic education.
Her journey into education was shaped by a single conviction: that every child carries within them a unique light. The right environment, the right approach, and a caring educator can help that light shine brightly. That conviction became D'Marie Vivre.
Featured nationally for her work on intentional parenting
Ms. Mary recently spoke to THISDAY about the difference between being available and truly being present for a child — and why that distinction matters so much.
Credentials & Expertise
The Hub's Story
The Vision
Ms. Mary saw a gap — children who needed more than a classroom, and families who lacked the resources to bridge it. She set out to change that.
The Foundation
D'Marie Vivre Learning Hub opened its doors at 139, Trademore Avenue, Lugbe, Abuja — a physical space built on three words: Learn. Grow. Thrive.
The Book
"The Monkey With One Hand" was published — a children's book by Fortune Okunloye, emerging from the hub's storytelling culture and moral-centred approach.
2025 — Expanded
Saturday Tech Club launched. Special Needs Education deepened. The hub grew to serve children from 2-year-olds in story circles through to secondary school learners.
2026 — National Voice
Ms. Mary's work reached a national audience, featured in THISDAY newspaper on the difference between availability and true presence in parenting. See the feature →
Ms. Mary's Philosophy
"Every child is a star waiting to shine. We just help them find their light."
— Mary Okunloye, Founder
Our Core Values &
Our Approach
Creativity
We believe every learner has creative potential. Our activity-based approach sparks imagination at every level.
Diligence
Consistent effort over time builds mastery. We model this in our teaching and expect it of ourselves first.
Nurturing
We see the whole person — safety, belonging, and emotional wellbeing matter as much as academic progress.
Growth
Progress over perfection. Every step forward is celebrated. Growth never has an age limit.
Our Teaching Approach
"Creativity and activity-based approach with well-detailed illustrations — experienced educators with a personalised approach for schools and children."
Come meet us
Visit the hub, send a WhatsApp, or call directly. Ms. Mary and the team are ready to welcome you.
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