Roxana

Manager

I always wanted to be a nursery teacher just like my ​grandma. My dream came true when I arrived in London, almost 8 years ago, and started working in a Jewish Outstanding Nursery. As an educator, I learned a lot from working with children while discovering more about Jewish culture and traditions. As I grew into a managerial role, I continued sharing my passion for education while communicating key values to my staff. When I am not at the nursery, I enjoy cooking for my family and friends, reading, travel​ling and capturing every moment on camera. I have a degree in Public Administration and an NVQ level 3 in ​Childcare. My favourite song is Defying Gravity, which is a good definition of who I am: always trying to go beyond and put passion in​to everything I do.

India

Teacher

My aim in life is to spread joy, positivity and kindness. Being able to do this with children from the first stages of their life is a very rewarding passion of mine. I strongly believe that all children should have the support, love and encouragement to empower them through the use of different learning techniques, as well as being able to cultivate their emotional, physical and social skills. I volunteered at a local nursery whilst studying my degree in Early Childhood Studies from 2016-2019. It is a privilege to be able to work with children at La Petite Nursery and to be given the opportunity to witness their growth and achievements from the early stages of their life.

Sandra

Teacher

I am a Spanish nursery educator with NVQ level 4 in Childcare, with a big passion for early years education. I have been involved with children since I was 15 years old, doing my first steps in this career as a volunteer in a children’s hospital and foster center. Then I started working in different countries as an au pair, until I finished my career in Childcare and I started to work in professional nursery settings.

During my first years in the profession I learnt a lot and I realized what is the most important in this stage to me. Like Aristoteles said “Educating the mind without educating the heart is not educating at all”. Their welfare and happiness is the base to grow and built their learnings, being in the privileged position of sharing with them their first years we must ensure this and make them feel what their are: special, uniques and capable humans. Like Loris Malaguzzi said “Children have 100 ways to express themselves, but we steal them 99”, don’t pressure them, and let them flow with their natural intuition and curiosity.

Elisa

Leaders Room Leader

Ever since I was a teenager, I’ve always wanted to work with children. This is why the studies I have chosen involved Pedagogy and the development and care of children. My experiences have allowed me to learn and grow in everyday practicalities and not only theoretically.  Bringing a child into a Nursery is not always easy for a parent, this is also why I strongly believe that it is one of our many duties to make the child and parents feel at ease, creating an environment of safety and love, working together towards a single goal. During my studies I became aware of people and theories who still help us to assist and listen to children and still today have a great impact in the way we all practice this profession.

I am a person who is attentive to details, open minded and always looking forward to learn new approaches. I believe this is the only way to adapt and improve. Multiculturalism has always accompanied me during my work experience, I speak 4 languages: English, Italian, French and Dutch. Working and accommodating different cultures is something I love and am used to. Creating activities that stimulate children and putting them into practice, is the part I love the most about my work, as well as seeing children reach their goals and learn from me while I learn from them.

Angie

Explorers Room Leader

I am a mature and experienced practitioner with over 30 years of working with children in the nursery environment and as a private nanny. I enjoy giving children the additional time they need when away from their parents to be happy, healthy and independent children. I am also able to create a caring and happy environment with lots of fun and stimulating play to enhance children’s learning whether indoors or outdoors. I am a fun and bubbly person with a ‘can do’ attitude and give the very best to the children in my care. I have worked my way up through the ranks as a senior room leader to deputy manager in various settings and still see room for improvement in my career. Today I am very proud of being the room leader for our little explorers, making sure the babies have all the attention and care they need for their very first step in the nursery!

Aniqa

Teacher

I consider myself a self-motivated individual with a natural sensible and friendly attitude, and also with excellent communication skills. I’m a qualified and experienced teacher – I have been working in childcare since 2016, first as a Childminder, Babysitter and I’ve worked in nurseries with children from different age range. I am willing to work exceptionally hard within La Petite Nursery and develop my skills and quality further in this sector. I’m up for challenges, and I am willing to go the extra mile. Throughout my studies and experiences, I have been able to follow the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements and meet the children’s best of needs.

Nina

Teacher

I have always been passionate about working with children. This is perhaps because I feel like a child myself, which this quote illustrates perfectly: “Second star to the right, and straight on until morning.” This is how Peter Pan described the place of eternal youth, Neverland. I found my own Neverland in La Petite Nursery, where children stay children, along with me. I am very excited to be given the opportunity to teach your children, take a part in their growth and development all whilst cherishing their inner child and helping them look for their own Neverland.

Jenny

Teacher

I have worked with children for almost 14 years, my first big experience was looking after my brother and from there I enjoyed teaching and playing with children. I worked as a nanny when I came to London and from there I decided to start my career as a nursery teacher. I believe that children will be able to unlock their full potential if they are given the opportunity to do so.

Lacri

Curriculum Coordinator

Hi, my name is Lacri. I am a former actress and an entertainer. I have studied Performing Arts and Stage Directing in my home country, Romania. I have worked as an entertainer on several cruise ships, so I got the chance to travel to the Caribbean’s and the U.S. After 4 years, I settled in the UK and started studying to become a Nursery Teacher. Having spent 4 years in a Jewish Outstanding Nursery, I have learnt about the culture and traditions as well as discovering my passion for educating and implementing my Acting background into shaping young minds. Further, into my career, I was given a chance to be introduced to Yoga for Children and I loved it from the beginning. I am now very excited to be a certified Yoga Teacher and be able to introduce this in La Petite Nursery. Along with Science Club, Forest School and Drama classes, I will be able to combine education, laughter and passion to give children the best experiences possible.