I am the manager of Chestnut Nursery Schools John Perry. I have been working for Chestnut for over 9 years in our Barking and Dagenham and Forest Gate branches. I hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification with years of childcare experience. Working in our nursery involves being part of a team and caring for children who are a variety of ages. I enjoy working with parents and carers to make sure that the nursery gives their children the best care possible having that great partnership for the best starts and end of nursery life. That means providing a safe and stimulating environment for the children doing a variety of creative activities, exploring the outdoors, and generally making sure they are having fun whilst they are learning. All children have their own unique characteristics. Seeing our children learn, explore, and develop is such a beautiful milestone. I enjoy being creative working with young children to make our nursery a caring, safe, and enjoyable experience for all children that attend.

My name is Katie and I have over 10 years experience working in childcare. I have a level 3 childcare qualification. I started working with Chestnut Nursery Schools 5 years ago, where I started as a nursery practitioner working my way up to room leader before being promoted to deputy manager. I have a passion for working with young children and watching them grow. I enjoy nothing more than seeing them achieve their milestones and prepare for school and achieving their dreams. I love seeing the excitement on the children’s faces every day when they come into nursery.

My name is Summer, I am Level 3 qualified in childcare, I also hold a Level 3 qualification in team leading. I have been working in childcare for 14 years. I enjoy and love working with children - everyday is a new experience and I love being part of their key early development, it gives me a sense of joy and happiness to be a part of an amazing learning process.