Our dedicated team of nursery practitioners are all well-qualified, trained and DBS checked. They have had many years of experience in nurturing young minds and delivering creative and stimulating learning experiences.
Amy Lee
Nursery Manager - Maternity Leave
The team is led by Amy Lee, who has a Level 3 qualification in Early Childhood Development.
Amy Lee says:
“I joined Duchess in April 2022. I am a Qualified Level 3 with 8 years experience, 5 of which are in management.
I have a little boy of my own who is in the Griffin’s room and I love seeing him be in his element with all the fun activities he gets to take part in but also see him grow and develop.
I love to see children learn new skills and milestones, and supporting my staff to reach their own ideas and goals.”
![Amy Amy](https://duchessnurserywallingford.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Amy.jpg)
![Shania](https://duchessnurserywallingford.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Shania.jpg)
Sinead
Acting Nursery Manager
“I joined the team in May 2023. I am a new mum to a lovely little girl who is in Dragonflies. I have lots of experience in childcare, working within nurseries as management, and also within NHS operations more recently. I cannot wait to start back into nursery life, supporting my staff team and giving the children lots of great experiences.”
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Finleigh
3-5's Room Leader - Level 3
"I have been working within the setting since 2014. I enjoy working with the children to help and support them in achieving their goals. I work in the Pre-School Room, supporting the children by getting them ready for the next big milestone in their lives – School!"
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Michelle
2-3’s Room Leader - Level 3
"I joined the Nursery in 2017 and I love to watch the children learn new things, support and guide the children to explore new environments and activities and help them grow into caring independent little people."
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Summer
Nursery Assistant
"I joined the nursery in May 2024 as a Nursery Assistant in the Dragonflies room. I love helping children discover and learn new things. I enjoy working within a nursery with encouraging supportive people around me".
![Holly](https://duchessnurserywallingford.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Holly.jpg)
Holly
Nursery Apprentice
"I joined the nursery in June 2021, and I am beginning my Level 2 qualification in childcare. I am currently based in the Dragonflies room and I enjoy supporting and encouraging the children with their development. I enjoy working in the nursery with such a friendly and supportive team. Outside of work I love to spend time with family and friends."
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Natasha (Maternity Leave)
Nursery Nurse Level 3
"I started in 2018 and have worked in childcare for over 10 years. I have 2 children myself who attend the nursery, both have attended the nursery, they absolutely love coming to nursery and have made such a special bond with all the staff at the nursery. I have worked in all rooms but currently work in Dragonflies 0-2. I really enjoy supporting the children and setting out fun activities to help them to move forward in their development and achieve their next progress."
![Picture 1](https://duchessnurserywallingford.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Picture-1.jpeg)
Shannon
Nursery Apprentice
"I joined in 2022 to complete my apprenticeship Level 2 in childcare. I have been working with all the children’s age ranges. I am based in the Griffins room."
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Emma
Nursery Caterer
"I have been working here since 2018. I enjoy working with a wonderful team and taking care and ensuring the children feel secure and happy. I enjoy cooking home-cooked meals ensuring they are nutritious and delicious, and that the children have a well-balanced diet and meeting their dietary needs."
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Morgan
Nursery Nurse Level 3
"I joined the team in November 2023. I am Level 3 Qualified and have worked in childcare for since 2021. I am based in 2-3 room and my hobbies and interests outside of nursery are spending time with my family, concerts and doing nails."
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Shania
Baby Room Leader - Level 3
"I joined the nursery in November 2022 with my little baby boy. I lead the Baby Room Team and love to watch the children grow and provide different activities for them to explore."
![Tameka](https://duchessnurserywallingford.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tameka.jpg)
Tameka
Nursery Assistant
“I joined the nursery team in April 2023. I have had experience with working with children as I have helped my mum, who is a childminder, so have been around children all my life. I hope to learn more about child development.”
![Bethani](https://duchessnurserywallingford.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Bethani.jpg)
Bethani
Nursery Nurse - Level 2
"I joined Duchess in May 2023. I am level 2 qualified and have lots of experience with working with babies. I am currently completing my level 3 and excited to learn new experiences."