EDG Nursery

I am the Nursery Manager at EDG Nursery and have over 10 years of experience working within the early years sector. Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to creating nurturing, inclusive, and inspiring environments where children can achieve, belong and thrive, develop confidence, and build a lifelong love of learning.

I hold a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies (Level 6), which has provided me with a strong foundation in child development, early years pedagogy, leadership, and best practice. Over the years, I have progressed through a variety of roles within early years education, gaining valuable experience in supporting children, families, and staff teams.

I chose to become a Nursery Manager because I wanted to make a lasting difference, not only in the lives of children but also in the lives of the families and educators who support them. I am passionate about creating environments where children feel a true sense of belonging, where families feel valued as partners, and where practitioners are empowered to provide exceptional care and education.

Seeing children grow in confidence, achieve milestones, and develop into happy, capable learners is what continues to inspire me every day. I believe every child deserves the very best start in life and am committed to ensuring children receive high-quality care, meaningful learning experiences, and strong, trusting relationships that place their wellbeing, development, and happiness at the heart of everything we do.

My name is Guzal, and I joined EDG Nursery in September 2025. I am the Assistant Manager and Lily Floor Leader, bringing over five years of experience in early years education.

In 2025, I achieved Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS), strengthening my knowledge of child development, high-quality teaching and learning, assessment, and inclusive practice within the Early Years Foundation Stage.

As Assistant Manager, I work closely with the senior leadership team to support the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring high standards of care, education, and operational practice. Alongside leading our Lily Floor, I support and mentor the team to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.

My name is Kimberly, and I joined EDG Nursery in 2025. I am the Third in Charge and Room Leader for our Oaks Room on the Oak Floor, supporting our older toddlers as they continue to develop their confidence, independence, and curiosity.

I bring over 10 years of experience working with children and hold a degree in Education Studies. Throughout my time at EDG, I have progressed from Educator to Room Leader, and now Third in Charge, where I support both the management team and colleagues to help maintain high standards of care, education, and daily practice across the nursery.

I am passionate about creating a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn, grow, and thrive.

I am the Quality and Compliance Manager at EDG Nursery.

I bring over 20 years of experience in the early years sector, early years inspections, senior leadership, consultancy, and training. My work focuses on safeguarding, SEND, inclusion, staff development, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and best practice.

I hold a Level 7 Master’s degree in Early Years, alongside a Level 3 Award in Education and Training. I am also a qualified SENDCo, Level 6 Sleep Practitioner and Early Years Consultant, enabling me to support both children and families with a holistic, evidence-informed approach.

At EDG, I work in close partnership with the directors, leadership team, educators, and families to ensure practice remains reflective, inclusive, and responsive with children’s wellbeing, development, and rights at the heart of everything we do.

My name is Shonelle, and I am the Interim Nursery Manager at EDG Nursery. I bring a wealth of experience in early years leadership and am passionate about delivering high-quality care and education for all children.

In my role, I work closely with the leadership team and educators to ensure the nursery runs smoothly and that children receive a nurturing, engaging, and well-structured learning experience. I am committed to maintaining strong partnerships with families and supporting staff to provide the highest standards of practice.

I believe that children thrive in environments where they feel safe, valued, and inspired, and I am proud to support the EDG team in continuing to build a positive and inclusive nursery community.