Here at Newton Westpark Nursery, we pride ourselves on building fantastic relationships with children and their parents/carers. This also has a positive impact on children’s learning when we all work together to support each other.
Gemma
Nursery Manager
My name is Gemma. I am the Nursery Manager here at Newton Westpark Nursery. I joined the team in June 2022. I have almost 20 years’ experience in childcare, in a range of different positions. I have achieved a Foundation Degree in The Integrated Education and Care of Children and Young People, as well as a Level 5 in Management. I have gained lots of experience over the years, supporting me in my role as an Early Years Educator. I hold First Aid, Safeguarding and Food Hygiene qualifications. I am also the Designated Safeguarding Lead of the setting.
I absolutely love working with children and being a part of their early learning journey, which prepares them for their next adventure at school. I enjoy watching children grow from young babies and toddlers, into confident little pre-school children, ready to face the challenges ahead at school. It is a pleasure to have such a huge impact on children and their development, watching them learn and grow.
Amanda
Nursery Practitioner
My name is Amanda. I have been working at Newton Westpark Nursery since April 2024 as Agency staff. I have now accepted a permanent post in February 2025. I love working with children and watching them grow as individuals. I also find it very rewarding when supporting children with additional needs and being a part of their learning journey.
Kiera
Nursery Practitioner (Level 2)
I began my career at Newton Westpark Nursery in Dec 2024. I achieved my Level 2 in Early Years in 2019, and then the knowledge part of my Level 3 in 2020. I hope to top this up to the full qualification very soon.
I have 3 years’ experience working with children, from babies up to pre-school. I enjoy being a part of the children’s learning and development as well as being part of a team. I love to be a warm welcoming familiar face for the children and creating special bonds with them and their families. I find each day rewarding when caring for children.
Sophie
Nursery Practitioner (Level 2)
My name is Sophie. I have been at Newton Westpark Nursery since September 2021. I achieved a L2 in Early Years in August 2023. I enjoy studying childcare and have developed great bonds with my key children.
We also take on apprentices who we train to a level 2 qualification.