About
Growing Young Minds at Jack and Jill's
At Jack and Jill’s, we inspire curiosity and creativity through nature and imaginative learning. Our Forest nursery and Pre-school provide a unique outdoor experience in a 1+ acre garden, promoting exploration, independence, and a connection to nature.
Indoors, our spaces encourage role play, language, literacy, and sensory development. With a dedicated team—many with over a decade of service—we are committed to exceptional early education and care.
“The wild world is becoming so remote to children that they miss out – and an interest in the natural world doesn’t grow as it should. Nobody is going to protect the natural world unless they understand it.”
Sir David Attenborough
Why Choose Us
Our recently refurbished setting offers a fresh, vibrant learning environment designed to inspire young minds. We’ve created a space that combines modern amenities with the charm of nature, providing a stimulating and comfortable atmosphere for your child’s early years.
Our Forest nursery encourages exploration and hands-on learning, fostering independence and creativity. Children engage with nature, develop teamwork, and enhance problem- solving skills. The outdoor gazebo ensures learning continues in all weather, providing a comfortable, sheltered space for activities and discovery.
We pride ourselves on serving fresh, nutritious meals prepared by our talented in-house chefs. We source local produce and prepare all dishes on-site, from fruit smoothies and quinoa salads to family favourites like cottage pie. We also introduce children to global cuisines, including Indian and Italian dishes, with Halal options available to cater to all dietary needs.
Our indoor spaces are thoughtfully designed to foster development, with resources for role play, language, literacy, discovery, and creativity. We offer a rich variety of educational toys, books, and materials, ensuring every child thrives with us.
We run regular music and dance programmes with external teachers to help develop children’s coordination, rhythm, and confidence. These activities provide a fun and engaging way for children to learn new skills and explore movement. We also welcome a variety of farm animals to the nursery, giving children the chance to interact with and learn about them in a hands-on, memorable way.
Meet some of the team
Clare
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Clare brings over 26 years of childcare experience and has been a key part of Jack and Jill’s for nearly three years. She excels in building strong teams, fostering connections with parents and children, and is deeply dedicated to enriching education and nurturing young minds.
Valentina
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Valentina has been part of Jack and Jill’s team for 9 years, with a passion for working with children, she strives to create enriching educational environments, both indoors and outdoors. Valentina is resourceful in her approach, always finding innovative ways to engage and support children’s learning.
Sophie B
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Sophie has been at Jack and Jill’s for 11 years; she truly loves her role. She enjoys watching the children learn and grow, Sophie always brings a positive energy to the team, spreading smiles and creating a joyful atmosphere for everyone in the nursery.
Clare
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Clare brings over 26 years of childcare experience and has been a key part of Jack and Jill’s for nearly three years. She excels in building strong teams, fostering connections with parents and children, and is deeply dedicated to enriching education and nurturing young minds.
Valentina
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Valentina has been part of Jack and Jill’s team for 9 years, with a passion for working with children, she strives to create enriching educational environments, both indoors and outdoors. Valentina is resourceful in her approach, always finding innovative ways to engage and support children’s learning.
Sophie B
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Sophie has been at Jack and Jill’s for 11 years; she truly loves her role. She enjoys watching the children learn and grow, Sophie always brings a positive energy to the team, spreading smiles and creating a joyful atmosphere for everyone in the nursery.
Chefs
Karen
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A cherished member of Jack and Jill’s team for years, Kaz works closely with Suzanne to prepare healthy, delicious meals daily. Her passion for her work and warm personality bring positive energy to the kitchen, keeping the staff laughing and brightening everyone’s day.
Suzanne
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With 36 years of experience in the catering industry, Suzanne is a fully trained chef dedicated to creating delicious and nutritious meals. Her passion for cooking goes beyond just preparing food – it’s about making meals that not only nourish but also bring joy to those who enjoy them.
Karen
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A cherished member of Jack and Jill’s team for years, Kaz works closely with Suzanne to prepare healthy, delicious meals daily. Her passion for her work and warm personality bring positive energy to the kitchen, keeping the staff laughing and brightening everyone’s day.
Suzanne
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With 36 years of experience in the catering industry, Suzanne is a fully trained chef dedicated to creating delicious and nutritious meals. Her passion for cooking goes beyond just preparing food – it’s about making meals that not only nourish but also bring joy to those who enjoy them.
Snowflakes 0-1 Year Olds
Rikki
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Passionate about helping babies reach their milestones, Rikki finds joy in supporting their growth. With 12 years of experience at Jack and Jill’s, she loves creating an environment where every baby can thrive.
Chloe
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Loves inspiring creativity through arts and crafts, messy play, and encouraging movement and music with the Snowflakes children. Chloe is also dedicated to supporting each child in reaching their milestones, making learning both fun and rewarding.
Rikki
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Passionate about helping babies reach their milestones, Rikki finds joy in supporting their growth. With 12 years of experience at Jack and Jill’s, she loves creating an environment where every baby can thrive.
Chloe
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Loves inspiring creativity through arts and crafts, messy play, and encouraging movement and music with the Snowflakes children. Chloe is also dedicated to supporting each child in reaching their milestones, making learning both fun and rewarding.
Raindrops 1-2 Year Olds
Danutia
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Has been part of the Jack and Jill’s family for 6 years, and enjoys her role working with the children, helping them achieve their next steps, and flourish in the room. Danutia is always happy and smiling, her joyous presence makes the team she works with happy, positive, and ready to go.
Donna
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A dedicated member of the Jack and Jill’s team for 17 years, she is passionate about guiding children of all ages, helping them discover their interests, and supporting their learning and development. She values working with talented colleagues and contributing to the positive, collaborative environment at Jack and Jill’s.
Tracy
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With 6 years at Jack and Jill’s, Tracy has worked in all rooms of the nursery. She loves interacting with the children and seeing their smiles when they achieve their goals. Tracy enjoys being part of the team and finds great fulfillment in her role.
Danutia
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Has been part of the Jack and Jill’s family for 6 years, and enjoys her role working with the children, helping them achieve their next steps, and flourish in the room. Danutia is always happy and smiling, her joyous presence makes the team she works with happy, positive, and ready to go.
Donna
CHEFS
A dedicated member of the Jack and Jill’s team for 17 years, she is passionate about guiding children of all ages, helping them discover their interests, and supporting their learning and development. She values working with talented colleagues and contributing to the positive, collaborative environment at Jack and Jill’s.
Tracy
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With 6 years at Jack and Jill’s, Tracy has worked in all rooms of the nursery. She loves interacting with the children and seeing their smiles when they achieve their goals. Tracy enjoys being part of the team and finds great fulfillment in her role.
Sunbeams 2-3 Year Olds
Ella
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From a young age, working with children was Ella’s calling, and her passion for it continues to grow. She finds great joy in nurturing and supporting children’s development, which is evident in all she does. Ella’s dedication and passion make her a valued and integral member of the team
Laura
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With a passion for working with children of all ages, she brings creativity and enthusiasm to every activity. She especially enjoys fostering creativity and supporting children with special educational needs, helping them express themselves and thrive in a nurturing environment.
Michelle
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Joining Jack and Jill’s over 10 years ago as a lunchtime assistant, she has grown personally and professionally, completing her Level 2 qualification and now working towards Level 3. Passionate about children’s development, she loves messy play, garden time, and the joy music and dance bring to the children’s faces.
Sajida
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Passionate about working with children and finds great joy in watching them grow and develop. Seeing their progress brings a smile to her face, and she takes pride in being a part of their learning journey. Childcare is her true passion, and her dedication to nurturing and supporting each child makes her an invaluable member of the team.
Sheraz
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Having been with the Jack and Jill’s for 15 years, Sheraz truly considers the nursery her second home. She is dedicated to celebrating the diversity of cultures and events, creating a rich and inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels welcomed and appreciated. Her longstanding commitment and enthusiasm make her an integral part of the family.
Ella
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From a young age, working with children was Ella’s calling, and her passion for it continues to grow. She finds great joy in nurturing and supporting children’s development, which is evident in all she does. Ella’s dedication and passion make her a valued and integral member of the team
Laura
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With a passion for working with children of all ages, she brings creativity and enthusiasm to every activity. She especially enjoys fostering creativity and supporting children with special educational needs, helping them express themselves and thrive in a nurturing environment
Michelle
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Joining Jack and Jill’s over 10 years ago as a lunchtime assistant, she has grown personally and professionally, completing her Level 2 qualification and now working towards Level 3. Passionate about children’s development, she loves messy play, garden time, and the joy music and dance bring to the children’s faces.
Sajida
CHEFS
Passionate about working with children and finds great joy in watching them grow and develop. Seeing their progress brings a smile to her face, and she takes pride in being a part of their learning journey. Childcare is her true passion, and her dedication to nurturing and supporting each child makes her an invaluable member of the team.
Sheraz
CHEFS
Having been with the Jack and Jill’s for 15 years, Sheraz truly considers the nursery her second home. She is dedicated to celebrating the diversity of cultures and events, creating a rich and inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels welcomed and appreciated. Her longstanding commitment and enthusiasm make her an integral part of the family.
Rainbows 3-5 Year Olds
Emilee
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Passionate about creative activities and outdoor play, Emilee especially enjoys teaching the children how to make paper airplanes, sparking their imagination and curiosity.
Alicia
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Dedicated to helping children feel comfortable and settled, she takes pride in supporting their milestones and fostering a nurturing environment. She especially enjoys engaging children in building activities that spark creativity and problem-solving. Alicia’s patient, supportive approach helps children grow confidently and thrive in their learning journey.
Lakeisha
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Is dedicated to watching children grow, developing their unique personalities, and discover their individual interests. She thrives on creating a dynamic and engaging environment where every day is filled with energy, fun, and laughter, ensuring that each child’s experience is memorable and enriching.
Kelly
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Enjoys watching children reach milestones at Jack and Jill’s, especially through the Forest School program. Teaching nature-based activities outdoors is incredibly rewarding. Seeing children connect with nature, explore the natural world, and grow through hands-on learning opportunities is one of the most fulfilling aspects of her role
Sophie T
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Enjoys supporting the children as they grow in confidence and develop personally. Watching the children explore, learn, and achieve new milestones is incredibly rewarding. Sophie is especially excited for our Forest School activities and can’t wait to use our beautiful Forest School area to engage the children in nature-based learning.
Emilee
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Passionate about creative activities and outdoor play, Emilee especially enjoys teaching the children how to make paper airplanes, sparking their imagination and curiosity.
Alicia
CHEFS
Dedicated to helping children feel comfortable and settled, she takes pride in supporting their milestones and fostering a nurturing environment. She especially enjoys engaging children in building activities that spark creativity and problem-solving. Alicia’s patient, supportive approach helps children grow confidently and thrive in their learning journey..
Lakeisha
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Is dedicated to watching children grow, developing their unique personalities, and discover their individual interests. She thrives on creating a dynamic and engaging environment where every day is filled with energy, fun, and laughter, ensuring that each child’s experience is memorable and enriching.
Kelly
CHEFS
Enjoys watching children reach milestones at Jack and Jill’s, especially through the Forest School program. Teaching nature-based activities outdoors is incredibly rewarding. Seeing children connect with nature, explore the natural world, and grow through hands-on learning opportunities is one of the most fulfilling aspects of her role
Sophie T
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Enjoys supporting the children as they grow in confidence and develop personally. Watching the children explore, learn, and achieve new milestones is incredibly rewarding. Sophie is especially excited for our Forest School activities and can’t wait to use our beautiful Forest School area to engage the children in nature-based learning.