Figheldean Outdoor Nursery Team

Manager &
Designated Safeguarding Lead

I’m Grace, the Manager at Brambles Figheldean. I’ve worked in child care since my very first work placement at school when I was 15 and can’t imagine doing any other job! I have a BA (Hons) in Primary Practice and over the years I’ve worked with every age group from birth to 18 years.

As a child I moved around a lot as my dad served in the RAF and I’ve lived in five different countries and attended even more schools. This has lead to a love of travel and adventure.

I’ve got an extensive bucket list often adding things on as fast as I tick them off! Some of the experiences I’ve ticked off so far including climbing the O2 and Snowdon and this year I’m going white water rafting.

Hi, my name is Emily  and I have been working in Early years since I was 17. I have a degree in Early Childhood studies and my Early Years Professional status. I love working with children watching them explore new activities, grow and develop. I have worked in a variety of different settings who have used different approaches to learning.

In my spare time I enjoy going for walks out in the New Forest, baking lots of yummy goodies and I love to sew making various creations. I have recently learnt how to make children’s clothes. Hopefully one day I’ll be able to make my own wardrobe!!

Senior Practitioner &
Deputy Safeguarding Lead

(Foxes Family)

Hi, my name is Jo and I have over 15 years experience working with children aged 0-5 years and I have an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare. I previously worked in a nursery for eight years before having the opportunity to work as a family support worker in a Children's Centre. During this role I gained extensive knowledge of safeguarding young children and families.

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I have two children aged five and ten and we love being outdoors, especially finding big puddles to bike through or to jump in! I also love playing netball, walking our dog and generally seeking out adventures with my family!

Hi my name is Clare, I have enjoyed many years working with children and young people in a variety of settings. I worked in residential children’s care homes for 12 years specialising in working alongside children who have speech, communication difficulties and Autism. I have lots of SEN qualifications, including Thrive and Makaton training. I have experience in residential schools, outdoor activity centres and in the Early Years setting in schools.

Outside of work I love to have adventures with my family, enjoying camping, walking our dog and riding our pony. I can also be found a few nights a week playing on a Netball court.

Hi, My name is Clare and I am an apprentice here at Brambles Figheldean. 

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For the last 20 years I have worked within Investment Banking in a number of different roles but more recently within senior management positions. I have two children and play, creating games and developing activities for them, I find hugely rewarding and FUN! I have known for a long time now that I wanted to work within education, in particular the Early Years. Watching children learn and seeing their personalities develop is what I love the most.

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In my spare time I love spending time with my husband and children. Long walks, movie days, crafts and going out with friends are all things which keep me happy and relaxed.

Apprentice
(Foxes Family)

Hello, my name is Vicky and I'm an apprentice at Brambles Figheldean Outdoor Nursery.

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I have been working in childcare for a year in another nursery and I joined Brambles beacuse I wanted to further my career in childcare. I am now working towards my Level 3 qualification.

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I grew up in Coventry and recently moved to Amesbury. In m y spare timer I love to go on walks and dancing.

Hi I'm Emma and I have been working in childcare for 14 years. I have a level 5 Foundation degree in childcare and I'm always keen to learn new things. I really enjoy  encouraging children to get up and get moving so you will always find me singing songs with lots of action and dances,  or re-acting out stories. Through the years I have learnt a lot in my career, especially Makaton. Makaton is great to teach children and adults, especially through songs and stories; ( when I lost my voice for a year Makaton really helped me to communicate and teach others).

In my spare time I love spending time with my family and 2 cats, going for walks, doing some arty creative displays in my window with my son and helping out being a hedgehog watch hero.

Apprentice
(Owls Family)

Hi, my name is Hannah and I am an apprentice here at Brambles Outdoor Nursery Group in Figheldean.

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I have completed my BETC in Childcare and Development and I enjoy looking after children, supporting them in their learning and development.

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In my spare time I am a young leader for Rainbows and I enjoy going out into town with my friends and listening to music.

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Hello, I'm Evie and I am a practitioner here at Brambles Outdoor Nursery in Figheldean.

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I have been working in childcare for the last two years and i genuinely enjoy every minute of it! I am currently working towards my Level 3 qualification.

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In my spare time I enjoy looking after my two younger sisters and babysitting for others.

Hello I am Jade and I am an Apprentice at Brambles Figheldean.

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I am currently working on my Level 3.  I love being outside and working with children.

I have two children of my own and two step daughters. I have always enjoyed working with children, in the past I have babysat for various families. I have a dog called Oscar and enjoy taking him for walks and to play fetch.I love spending time with my family most and I enjoy swimming and fun activities.