Director

BA hons Business Management

I am a business management graduate and have worked in all kinds of industries in operations management.

I have grown up with my mother’s passion for delivering high quality childcare and now I have taken over our family business. I have a passion for business especially in Romsey and I am so proud that Abbotswood have been a pinnacle part in educating Romsey's children.

Abbotswood was my childhood home and I have been lucky enough to watch the nursery grow and flourish over the past 30 years. Now proud mum to Bodhi, I have a true understanding of the kind of experiences I’d want my own baby to have and how I want him to thrive. There is no better environment than the great outdoors which our nursery has in buckets.

What I love about Abbotswood is that we can use the whole setting to our advantage and explore in completely natural surroundings in rain or shine! I love engaging with the children outside. We find bugs and wildlife and generally get nice and muddy!

Nursery Operation and Training Manager

Qualified Level 6 BA (Hons) EYPS and Qualified Assessor

I started with Abbotswood in October 2020. Before this I was a manager and later a Quality Training Advisor for Co-Operative Childcare. I have 2 young boys one of whom attend Abbotswood. I have a passion for developing both staff and children to reach their full potential.

I love how much time the children spend outside and the opportunities on offer here at Abbotswood. I am excited to be part of developing this welcoming nursery further.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Office Manager (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday)

HNC in Business Administration

I joined Abbotswood at the beginning of 2018 as an office administrator. I deal with all invoices, application forms, booking patterns, waiting list and general tasks. I can be found in the front office. I have worked in office environments for 25+ years in the Private, Voluntary and Public Sector.

I have two daughters and know first-hand how important it is to feel secure about leaving your children in a happy, safe environment whilst being a working mum. From day one I have felt so welcome in the Abbotswood family.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Nursery Manager

Level 5 Early Years Practitioner

I joined the team in September 2018. I’m an experienced nursery practitioner and a mum of 2!

My role at Abbotswood has changed a few times since I started which has made me more confident as a practitioner and more recently as a leader. Since completing my Level 5 I am enjoying the new challenge of being able to help develop the teams and the Nursery.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Nursery & Training Manager

Early Years Teacher in Education

I have been working in the Early Years sector for nearly 10 years, starting out as an apprentice, to then an early year’s practitioner whilst completing my degree and now a qualified teacher. Over the years, I have developed my knowledge of all things early years and  I believe that having passionate, knowledgeable practitioners are the best resource you can have, and I enjoy providing others with ideas that enhance their practice to achieve the best outcomes for children. 

I am passionate about creating ‘life ready’ children, who have a high level of personal, social and emotional development who have the tools to deal with whatever life throws at them. I have seen firsthand the positive impact the outdoors has on children, especially improving behaviour, reducing anxiety, and developing risk management skills. Abbotswood is a truly special place and I’m so proud to work here.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Curriculum & Pedagogical Lead

Level 5 in Early Years

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Senior Practitioner - Under 2’s Lead

Level 5 in Childcare

I have been working in childcare for many years and having run a successful childminding business while my 4 children were young, I decided to claim back my house and started working at Abbotswood.

 Whilst here I have progressed in my development starting as a part time practitioner and now I am baby room lead.

I enjoy creating enabling environments for our children to explore and learn from.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Nursery Practitioner - Baby Room

Level 3 in Childcare

I have worked in Childcare since 2007 after taking time off to have my 2 children, I moved to Abbotswood and am loving every second.

I have lots of experience working with babies and am happy to be part of the Abbotswood Team. I spend a lot of time reading stories or singing songs with the babies.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Forest School Leader

BA (Hons) in Early Years & Level 3 Forest School

Before I started at Abbotswood, I never imagined I could love working outdoors every day.

Working at the nursery really helped me find my spark in all thing’s nature. The completion of my Forest School training has really expanded my own knowledge of outdoor education and I love being able to bring my passion and knowledge to the children at Abbotswood to help them all build a love for the most simplistic things we have right on our doorstep from birdsongs, to watching butterflies and mushroom hunting in Autumn.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Outdoor First Aid Trained

Forest School Leader

Level 3 in Childcare & Level 3 in Forest School

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Outdoor First Aid Trained

Nursery Cook

Kitchen Manager (L3)

I have worked in a catering environment for many years, within care homes and school kitchens. I enjoy cooking home cooked meals and love that at Abbotswood’s I get to cook such a variety of food. One day it can be a more traditional Cottage Pie and the next Chicken and Chorizos puffs. Abbotswood has a home from home feel and its great being apart of the family and cooking for everyone.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Admin Assistant

I joined Abbotswood in August 2022 after working in a primary school for many years as a play leader and lunchtime assistant.

I enjoy seeing all the children’s happy smiling faces and supporting the Nursery behind the scenes.

Lunch Time Supervisor

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Lunch Time Supervisor

Level 3 in Childcare

I have been working in Childcare for 20 years in a wide range of roles. Joining Abbotswood Nursery was an easy choice as I love the ethos of outdoors nature and the homely rooms.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Lunch Time Supervisor

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Lunch Time Supervisor

Level 4 in Early Years

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Nursery Practitioner- Bank Staff

Level 3 in Childcare

I have been working in childcare since leaving school at 16, where I completed my NVQ level 2. I joined Abbotswood in August 2020, to finish my NVQ level 3. I loved my time at Abbotswood but in May 2022 I started working as an LSA in a Primary School. However, I will be popping back to Abbotswood to help out in the holidays.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Nursery Practitioner

BA (Hons) in Early Years

Amy has been in childcare for 11 years. Amy has worked with all ages across a variety of ages and has recently gradated in her Foundation Degree in Early Years. Amy enjoys cooking and exploring the gardens with the children.

Paediatric First Aid Trained

Lunch Time Supervisor

Paediatric First Aid Trained