Nursery Manager/Director & Designated Safeguarding Lead

“Jennifer started working at Whittington Preschool & Day Nursery in February 2000. She has a BA Hons in Early Childhood Studies and her favourite part of the job is knowing that she is making a difference in children’s lives.

In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys going on holiday, eating out, spending time with family, crochet, looking for new ideas and resources for the children here!”

Deputy Manager, Setting SENCO & Deputy Safeguarding Lead

“Carrie-Anne started working at Whittington Preschool and Day Nursery in January 2012. She is currently working towards her Level 5 qualification in Early Years.

In her free time, Carrie-Anne has her own photography business. She also enjoys going to concerts and spending time with her fiancé”

Baby Room Leader

“Deb started working at Whittington Preschool & Day Nursery in December 2020. She recently gained her Level 2 NVQ in Childcare!

In her spare time, Deb loves crocheting, spending time with family, gardening, drinking tea and attending gigs. Deb also likes to go for walks by the canal near her house!”

Early Years Practitioner

"Becca previously worked in our Baby Room and re-joined our team in October 2025. Becca holds a Level 3 NVQ in Childcare.

Becca likes cooking, crocheting and buying seasonal decor! She also loves animals.”

Early Years Practitioner

“Joanna started working at Whittington Preschool and Day Nursery in March 2025. Joanna gained her Level 3 NVQ in 2024.

In her spare time Joanna enjoys live music, drawing, travelling, reading and going to the theatre.”

Tweenie Room Leader

“Amy started working at Whittington Preschool & Day Nursery in March 2023, Previously an Army nurse, Amy has a Level 4 qualification in Early Years.

In her spare time, Amy likes going to the gym, hill walking, catching up with friends and anything rugby related.”

Early Years Practitioner

“Deb started working at Whittington Preschool & Day Nursery in March 2014 and rejoined the team in January 2022. She has an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare.

Deb has 3 children, 5 grandchildren and babysits often! In her spare time, Deb enjoys going swimming, walking her dogs and catching flights to Spain”

Early Years Practitioner

“Liz previously worked in our Baby Room and rejoined our team in November 2024. She holds a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Early Years.”

Liz has 2 children and 2 grandchildren and her son lives in Australia! She enjoys walking, reading and spending time with family & friends”

Toddler Room Leader

“Becs has previously worked in our Toddler room and rejoined our team in June 2025. Becs gained her Level 3 childcare qualification in 2023.

When she’s not at work, Becs enjoys meeting up with her friends or going to the theatre”

Early Years Practitioner

“Katie started working at Whittington Preschool and Day Nursery in June 2025. She holds a Level 3 Childcare qualification.

In her spare time Katie enjoys playing ‘Mario VS Bowser’, hosting dinner parties & spending time with family and friends. Katie also loves leopard print!”

Early Years Practitioner

“Tayla has been working at Whittington Preschool and Day Nursery since October 2023 and recently gained a Level 2 qualification in Childcare.”

Preschool Room Leader

“Carrie-Anne started working at Whittington Preschool & Day Nursery in January 2012. She is currently working towards her Level 5 qualification.

In her spare time, Carrie-Anne is a photographer and loves going to gigs!”

Early Years Practitioner

“Carly started working at Whittington Preschool & Day Nursery in August 2016, She has a Level 3 qualification in Childcare.

In her spare time, Carly enjoys crafting, cooking, baking, walking her dogs and spending time with her family!”

Early Years Practitioner & Forest School Leader

“Toni joined Whittington Preschool & Day Nursery in June 2022. She holds a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Early Years and is also a qualified Level 3 Forest School Leader.

In her spare time Toni enjoys cozy afternoons with a good book, baking, crafting, taking nature walks with her dogs & making memories with family.“

Early Years Apprentice

“Lydia started working at Whittington Preschool & Day Nursery in October 2023.

In her free time Lydia enjoys going for walks in nature, making jewellery, reading, crystals & meditation and arts & crafts.”

Nursery Chef

“Julie joined our team in March 2025”

Nursery Administrator

“Charlie joined our team in October 2025. She has previously worked in childcare and has a Level 3 qualification.”