Rand Farm Park Day Nursery & Pre-School

Sarah: Nursery Manager

My name’s Sarah, and I am the Nursery Manager here at Rand Farm Park Day Nursery and Pre-School.

I have been part of the nursery’s journey since before opening in 2019, and it has been incredibly rewarding to see the setting grow from an empty building site into the thriving, nurturing environment it is today.

I am deeply passionate about early years education and take great pride in the high standard of care and education we strive to provide. Watching children grow, develop, and reach their individual milestones is a true privilege.

I am extremely proud of our dedicated team of educators, whose commitment, knowledge, and genuine care for the children is evident in the strong bonds they form each day. Observing the meaningful interactions between staff and children, and the positive impact these relationships have on children’s confidence, learning, and wellbeing, is one of the most rewarding aspects of my role.

Our unique farm setting provides rich, hands-on learning opportunities that support children’s curiosity and connection with the natural world. Being based on the farm allows children to explore, learn through real-life experiences, and develop a strong sense of respect for nature, animals, and the environment, with support from their educators and the team of farmers here at Rand.

Building strong partnerships with parents and carers is central to our ethos. We actively promote an open-door approach and value open communication, ensuring families feel supported and involved in their child’s learning journey. I am always around for a chat and believe that working closely with families is essential in achieving the best outcomes for every child.

Our mission is to ensure learning feels like home. Full of love, laughter, and imagination.

Holly- Deputy Manager

My name is Holly, and I am the Deputy Manager at Rand Farm Park Day Nursery. I have been part of the nursery team since 2019 and am passionate about creating a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child feels safe, valued and supported.

At Rand Farm Park Day Nursery, we place a strong emphasis on high-quality early years education, positive relationships and learning through play. We are proud of our dedicated and experienced staff team, who work closely with families to support each child’s individual needs and development.

Being based at Rand Farm Park gives our children wonderful opportunities to explore the outdoors, build confidence and develop a love of learning through real-life experiences. I am committed to maintaining high standards of care and supporting both children and families throughout their nursery journey.

Phoebe is a Deputy Manager at Rand Farm Park Day Nursery and works across all rooms, giving her a strong overview of both the staff team and the learning experiences provided for the children. Her cross-room role allows her to support consistency, high-quality practice and positive relationships throughout the nursery.

She has a real passion for Early Years education and is a trainee mentor, supporting team members who are working towards their qualifications. She is committed to developing staff confidence and skills to ensure the best outcomes for children.

Alongside her leadership role, Phoebe is also our in-house photographer, capturing special moments of children’s learning and development to share with families and celebrate each child’s nursery journey.

Ness- Third in Charge

Ness is Third in Charge at Rand Farm Park Day Nursery and the Pre-School Room Leader, where she plays a key role in supporting children as they prepare for their transition to school. She leads her room with confidence, consistency and a strong focus on high-quality learning experiences.

As the nursery’s SENCo, Ness is passionate about inclusive practice and ensuring that every child is supported to reach their full potential. She works closely with families, staff and external professionals to provide tailored support that meets each child’s individual needs.

Ness is dedicated to creating a nurturing, engaging and well-structured learning environment, supporting both children and staff to thrive during this important stage of development.