YMCA Nursery Andover

Hannah is a fantastic Nursery Manager who brings warmth, energy and genuine care to everything she does. She loves helping children grow, learn and reach key developmental milestones, and finds it incredibly rewarding to be part of each child’s individual journey. Hannah creates a nurturing environment where children feel safe, confident and excited to explore, while also building strong and trusting relationships with families to ensure every child receives the very best support during their time at nursery. Outside of work, Hannah loves spending quality time with her family. Read less

Tami is an invaluable part of our nursery team and is often the first friendly face that families see when they visit. Warm, welcoming and incredibly organised, she keeps everything running like clockwork behind the scenes. Tami is always happy to answer questions, offer reassurance and arrange tours, helping families feel confident from their very first interaction with us. She loves working with children because of the joy and energy they bring each day, and finds it incredibly rewarding to play a part in their early experiences, knowing she is helping to create a positive and supportive start to their learning journey. Read less

Jasmine is a highly valued member of our nursery team and, as our SENCO Lead Practitioner, plays a vital role in ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive. Warm, approachable and deeply knowledgeable, she works closely with families and professionals to create tailored support for each child. Jasmine is passionate about inclusive practice and takes great pride in helping children overcome barriers, celebrating every achievement along the way. She loves working with children because of their individuality and resilience, and finds it incredibly rewarding to support their development, ensuring every child feels understood, supported and able to reach their full potential. Read less

Lauren joined our nursery team in February 2023 as a Lead Practitioner and is passionate about supporting families to give children the very best start in life. She believes strong parent partnerships are key to helping children feel secure, confident and ready to thrive in their early years journey. Lauren enjoys building positive relationships with both children and families and takes pride in creating a warm and nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported. In her spare time, Lauren loves spending quality time with her family. Read less

Willow is passionate about helping every child access the very best opportunities and supporting them to become the best version of themselves. She loves building positive relationships with children and encouraging confidence, curiosity and individuality through everyday experiences and learning. Willow brings creativity and enthusiasm to her role and enjoys helping children discover new skills and interests in a supportive environment. Outside of work, Willow enjoys writing poetry and loves learning new languages, including Makaton, British Sign Language (BSL), Danish and French. Read less