Meet Our Team...
We are a small team and our passion is to create a nurturing environment in which the children can grow and develop.
Vanessa
I have been the manager of Acorns and Woodlands since 2008. I have 3 grown up children, 1 cat, a gecko and some fish!!
I am a Montessori teacher and hold my NNEB.
Helping the children grow and reach their potential each year is a privilege.
Shelly
I am the Deputy Manager I have worked at Acorns since 2008.
I have three children of my own. I am qualified to Level 6 in Childcare after obtaining a BA in Early Years. I also hold a Senco qualification and am the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Officer. I love working in Early Years and find my job extremely rewarding.
Hayley
I have worked at Acorns and Woodlands for 5 years. I hold a level 4 childcare qualification and have worked in childcare for nearly 20 years.
I am married and have 3 school aged children. I'm always looking to develop my knowledge in Early years by attending courses to keep up to date.
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Anna
I have been working in childcare for over 20 years. I enjoy reading, knitting and crafts, which I like to incorporate into preschool with the children.
Lillie
I've worked at Acorns for 5 years. I have a level 3 qualification in Children's Play, Learning and Development, and a degree in Education Studies. Outside of work, I love baking, painting, and anything that lets me be creative and make a bit of mess!
Sarah
I have been working at Acorns and Woodlands for 2 years in the breakfast and afterschool club. I have 2 grown up children and a couple of dogs.