Room Managers

Kelly

Kelly is a new member of our Woodlands family and is over the moon to be the new Room Manager in our Busy Bee Team.

Kelly has just moved into the area from Brighton, where she was a senior leader in the baby section at her previous nursery. She has also previously been a toddler’s room leader.

Kelly has a wealth of knowledge in childcare, working in nurseries for four years and as a key stage one teaching assistant nine years before beginning her nursery journey. Kelly is genuinely dedicated to childcare, has a positive, calm, and friendly nature in all she does, and is excited to continue her journey at Woodlands. 

Kelly loves to see and support her children to become the best they can be.

Jemma

Jemma began with us back in 2019 and immediately shone within our setting. During the pandemic Jemma’s excellent leadership skills, calm manner and her ability to take everything thrown at her, in her stride, has proved beyond doubt that she is the perfect fit for this role.

A big part of her role in Pre-School is ensuring that the children are ready and transition happy to school.

Supporting parents in this role is just as important as well as liaising with teachers from all of the schools our children are going to attend.

Jess

Jess began with us back in 2007, she has worked in all of our rooms giving her a wealth of knowledge and experience. Having worked with Woodlands for a long time, Jess completely understands our ethos and empowers her team to provide the best experience for our Under 3’s.

A big part of her role in Under 3’s is ensuring that the babies are welcomed into our Woodlands family, ensuring they settle well as they start their learning journey with us.

Supporting parents in this role is just as important as well as helping the babies develop new skills from weening to walking and babbling to talking.

Abbey

Abbey started in June 2019, and during her level 2/3 training, she got the opportunity to work across all age groups and units as well as regularly visiting Woodlands Also, giving her a vast amount of experience and knowledge!

Abbey played a vital role throughout the pandemic, supporting our children during a difficult time and reassuring our Key Worker parents through the uncertain period. This gave Abbey a real chance to shine, showing us her incredible skills to overcome new challenges and remain calm in an unknown situation. Abbey is approachable and personable for parents and children; she is bubbly and loves having fun and getting messy! Abbey supports all the children she cares for to reach their full potential and is a great role model to her team!