Abbie has successfully managed the nursery since its opening in October 2017. Abbie started her childcare career in 2003 where she firstly qualified as a Teaching Assistant, from this she then furthered her career by gaining her Qualified Teaching Status in 2012. She has worked with children aged 2-8 years until 2017 where she decided it was the right time in her career to open Amazing Acorns Day Nursery.
Kaitie's career started back in 1998 when she qualified as NVQ level 3 in childcare and education. Throughout her career she has worked with different aged children but found herself drawn to the babies and watching them learn and grow to their full potential.
Lisa holds a level 5 diploma in leadership for health and social care and children and young people's services. Lisa joined the team in February 2019 and has 13 years experience. Lisa is currently a keyworker for the Oaks Pre-school room.
Catherine holds a level 3 in childcare and education and has 10 years experience working with children. Catherine joined the team in October 2020 and is the lead in the baby room with the Little Acorns.
Emily first attended the setting as a student from Chesterfield College for work experience. She qualified in September 2019 with a Level 3 qualification. She is currently a lead for Leaves (children aged 2-3yrs).
Alex gained her Level 3 qualification through an apprenticeship and joined the Amazing Acorns team in August 2018. Alex has gained experience working with all ages of the children within nursery and is currently a keyworker for the Leaves.
Nadine holds a level 3 diploma in childcare and eduction and has been with the team since 2021. Nadine works with the Little Acorns, nuturing our youngest children.
Natasha has 7 years experience working in childcare and working with children with complex needs. Natasha holds a level 3 diploma and has been at amazing acorns for 2 years, working alongside parents and carers to ensure all the children thrive and enjoy their days with us at nursery.
Lucy holds a Level 3 Diploma and is based in the Preschool room Oaks. Lucy is our newest member of the team and joined us in January 2024, she mainly has experience working with children aged 2-5yrs.
Jessica holds a Level 3 Diploma and joined the team in July 2023. Jessica is currently a key worker in Little Acorns but sometimes works with the Leaves.
Here is our very own Aunty Anne who has worked in our kitchen for 5 years, cooking the children delicious nutritional meals every day. Anne has worked in Catering for over 8 years, working in a variety of settings.