Hello, my name is Emily,

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After completing my level 3 in childhood and education, I have worked in Nurseries for over 12 years; with most of this time working in a Nursery at a private school. After all this time I am still enjoy learning and gaining knowledge from the children around me.

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I am good at encouraging independence amongst the children while still offering support when needed. I love reading and like to bring stories alive through engaging play set ups, music and movement activities. Getting messy, playing outside and exploring new experiences are things I also try and encourage children to participate with.

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But best of all I like nothing more than to be invited into a child’s imaginative game. Maybe being served a pretend bug sandwich or slime cup of tea and seeing the look of joy on their face when I pretend to try it is just amazing!

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I believe children learn at their best when they feel safe, happy and are engaged in play.​

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My name is Kimberly and I have recently qualified as a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner. 

As a Mum of two I consider it a real privilege to work with children of a similar age. I’m passionate about bringing children’s naturally creative spirits forward and enjoy getting lost in play with them each day. 

I also have a keen interest in movement and sound having taught children’s ballet in the past. This is what truly sparked my passion for working with young children and really brought home to me that singing and dancing truly is a language that everybody speaks. I hope that I bring some fun and theatre to Hanslope Pre-school with lots of imaginative play and laughter thrown in for good measure. 

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Celebrating Kimberly's Level 3 observation comments:

“Kimberley demonstrated well-organised practice by creating a calm and engaging 
learning environment that supported children’s learning through planned adult-led activities, responsive interactions, and effective collaboration with colleagues".

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Hello I am Gemma,

This is my 5th year working with the children here at the Pre-school. 

In this time I have completed my Level 2 and more recently my Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. 

I have also achieved my Level 2 in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace.

I enjoy getting to know the children by following their interests and creating a fun, exciting educational environment for them to grow, learn and develop and to be a part of each child's individual learning journey. Helping them to create and build on those first stepping stones in their confidence and independence.

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​Celebrating Gemma's Level 3 observation comments:

Gemma demonstrated how she creates a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where children feel secure, valued and able to develop relationships and confidence.​​​

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