Banana Moon Day Nursery Westhill

Will opened his first Banana Moon at Dyce with a passion to create outstanding quality nurseries serving as a community resource and support network for people in and around Aberdeen and the shire. Will and his family are dedicated to raising the bar in early years provision and strive to support the staff teams, families and most importantly - the children. Will and his wife Cindy are very supportive in helping the nursery meet the ideal of raising the attainment level and making Scotland the best place to raise children.

Hi, my name is Amanda,
I have been working in the Early years since I left school. It is a vocation that I am very passionate about and dedicated to. I opened the Banana Moon at Dyce 5 years ago alongside Will. We have strived to reduce stress, and support and nurture the families and children that attend us. As we have added the Westhill and Bridge of Don sites, I took on the role of Area Manager and spend a great deal of love and passion helping support and guide their teams.

I am supportive and proactive at sourcing and engaging the teams with training to upskill our staff team which benefits the children by having the highest quality of staff available to them. All our staff teams are continuously developing their professional development, working towards qualification and enhancing policies and practices in their settings. I myself am working on my PDA award with just a few months left to complete.
It is a pleasure and honour to work with the children and families and to watch the progression and development of each and every child

Hello, my name is Yasmin, I have been working in the Early Years since I left school. I am working on my BA Honours Degree in Childhood Practice at the university after completing all other relevant qualifications. I am really passionate towards the nursery and continue to do all I can to support the staff team and families within Banana Moon Nursery. It is a pleasure and honour to work with the children and families and to watch the progression and development of each and every child.

Hello, my name is Claire,

I continued my career in childcare with Banana Moon Westhill in 2021, previously I worked in a few nurseries and also gained my SVQ level 3 in Social Services Children and Young People. My favourite part of working in childcare is watching the children grow and develop, as well as giving them the best start in their lives.

Hello, my name is Sarah,

I work in Teenie Moon's room. I have been working in the childcare sector since 1997. I started my journey with Banana Moon Westhill in 2020. I gained my SVQ Level 3 in Social Services Children and Young People in 2016. I am away to move on to do my SVQ Level 4 in Social Services Children and Young People. I enjoy working in the Teenie Moons and watching the children grow

Hello, I am Bridgit, I started my Banana Moon Journey back in 2022, and I then stepped up to be a room leader in 2023, I currently run our Teenie Moons room and love working in the Teenie Moons.

Hello, my name is Sandra and I started my Childcare career in 2023 here at Banana Moon Westhill, I am SVQ level 3 qualified. I started here as an early years practitioner and stepped up to be a room leader within the 2 - 3's playrooms. From there in 2024 I moved to the full moons room to be the room leader there. My favourite part about working in childcare is watching the children grow and develop as they meet and achieve their milestones, they make everyday fun.

Hello, My name is Hannah and I started working in Banana Moon in April 2023, I really like working in the Baby Moons Room here. I love seeing the children grow and develop

Hello, my name is Rachael and I left school in 2023 and came straight to Banana Moon Westhill, and I love it. I most enjoy interacting with the children and working with them to help them achieve their gaps.

I have been working as a Trainee Early Years Practitioner for the past year and have really enjoyed the journey so far. Over the past year, I have developed a strong understanding of how to support young children’s learning and development through play, routine, and meaningful interactions.

I’ve built positive relationships with the children in my care, as well as with my colleagues, and I continue to learn from their experience and feedback.

I am committed to my training and professional development, and I look forward to continuing to grow in my role as I work towards becoming a qualified Early Years Practitioner.

As a Trainee Early Years Practitioner, I have been developing my knowledge and skills while gaining hands-on experience in a childcare setting. During my time in this role, I’ve enjoyed building strong, supportive relationships with the children and working as part of a team to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment.

I’m growing more confident in helping to plan and deliver activities that support children’s development across all areas of learning. I’m always eager to learn, open to feedback, and committed to improving my practice through ongoing training and reflection.

I take pride in being reliable, approachable, and enthusiastic. Supporting children during such an important stage of their lives is something I’m passionate about, and I’m excited to continue learning as I work towards becoming a fully qualified Early Years Practitioner.

Hello, my name is Rachel and I work in the Mini Moons room, I am doing my SVQ level 3 and working on my training. I love working with children to get to know all their personalities. I love football and singing in my spare time.

I work as a Trainee Early Years Practitioner, and it has been a rewarding and valuable learning experience. Over this time, I have gained a deeper understanding of how to support children’s development through play, routine, and positive interactions. I’ve developed strong bonds with the children and built trusting relationships with families and colleagues.

I take pride in being a reliable, friendly, and caring member of the team. I am passionate about creating a safe and welcoming environment where children feel valued and encouraged to learn. I look forward to continuing my development and working towards becoming a fully qualified Early Years Practitioner.

Hello, my name is Anita and I love working in early years. I have three children of my own and now they are starting to grow up, I wanted to change my beauty career into childcare, and I am so thankful I have. Each day is different and each day we learn or develop something else, it is quite amazing

As a Trainee Early Years Practitioner, I’ve developed a strong understanding of how to support children’s learning and development through play, routines, and positive interactions. I’ve enjoyed building trusting relationships with the children and working as part of a supportive team.

I’m becoming more confident in helping to plan and lead activities that meet children’s individual needs and interests. I’m always open to learning and take feedback on board to continue improving my practice.

I’m proud to be a reliable, caring, and enthusiastic member of the team, and I’m committed to growing in my role as I work towards full qualification.

I have been here at Banana Moon Westhill for a couple of years now,

My daily responsibilities include planning and delivering engaging activities, observing and recording children's progress, and supporting their individual needs. I build positive relationships with each child and their families, helping to create a strong sense of trust and partnership. I also work as part of a team, sharing ideas, supporting colleagues, and maintaining a caring and inclusive atmosphere.

I take pride in providing high-quality care, promoting children’s independence and confidence, and ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times. I am committed to ongoing professional development and reflective practice to ensure I continue to meet the needs of the children in my care.

As the cook, my role is to plan, prepare, and serve nutritious, well-balanced meals and snacks that meet the dietary needs of all children in the setting. I work in line with food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring that the kitchen is clean, organised, and compliant with all relevant health regulations.

My daily tasks include creating menus that follow healthy eating guidelines, accommodating allergies and dietary requirements, ordering and managing stock, and keeping accurate records of food temperatures, cleaning routines, and supplies. I take pride in preparing meals that children enjoy, and I understand the important role food plays in their overall development and wellbeing.

I also work closely with the wider team to make sure mealtimes are smooth, calm, and enjoyable for the children. I’m committed to maintaining high standards, being efficient and organised, and contributing to a warm and caring environment where children feel safe and supported.