
The vetting procedure for nursery nurse employment is strict and includes Police checks (CRB). At least 75% of our team are qualified to NNEB/NVQ level 2 and 3. Little Cherubs operates a continuous in-house training program to improve the quality of care offered to our clients.
Staff Ratios:
Little Cherubs work to a high ratio of staff to children to ensure your child has a high level of care. The ratios differ according to the age group of children :
Under 2 years old 1 adult to 3 children
2 to 3 years old 1 adult to 4 children
3 years + 1 adult to 8 children
Multi-Lingual:
The nursery has multi-lingual staff within the setting. We have 6 languages fluently spoken and we are planning to introduce foreign language lessons in the new year. The languages include:
- German
- Polish
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- French
- Punjabi
First Aiders:
There is a first aid box complying with the health and safety (First Aid) regulations 1981, the contents of which are checked frequently and replaced. This is kept in an accessible place out of the reach of children.
The nursery has over half the staff as qualified first aiders.
Buckinghamshire Quality Assurance Scheme:
Little Cherubs Day Nursery is involved in the Quality Assurance Scheme with the Bucks County Council, called the "Buckinghamshire Quality Assurance Scheme", which gives parents peace of mind that the care offered to their children is of the highest standard. This incorporates “Investors in Children”.
Meet Our Senior Team
Proprietor:
Lynette Evora took over Little Cherubs Day Nursery in 2006 and has transformed the nursery, making it a personal and special environment for everyone.
Lynette places the highest priority on the parent to carer relationship and always has an open door policy. Lynette is a mother of 2 children so brings that experience of motherhood into the nursery.
Manager:
Donna Reed-Halliday leads the LCDN team of staff with dedication and care. Donna has over 12 years of experience working within the childcare industry, with exposure to both big and small nurseries as well as being a nanny, childminder and a mother to Finn. Donna holds an NVQ Level 3 and is working towards her Foundation Degree.
Deputy Manager & Saints Room Leader:
Phyllis Coleman has been the Deputy Manager since 2006 and brings a fun and loving environment to the nursery, and is loved by all the children.
Phyllis has her NVQ Level 3 and also has the life experience of being a mother and grandmother.
Baby Room Leader:
Charlene Lenaghan has been part of the LCDN team since October 2008, Charlene has many years of childcare experience working with children of all ages. Charlene holds an HNC in Early Years Education and Childcare.
Retired Teacher and Saints Room Leader:
Joan Boardman joined us after retiring from full time education in 2007. Joan has over 40 years of teaching experience and has became a valued part of the LCDN team. Joan works school hours with our Pre-school children working together with our parents to ensure our children are prepared for main stream education.
Senior Nursery Nurse Little Saints Room:
Becky Puttock joined us in August 2006 as a trainee and has gained her NVQ Level 2 qualification and is currently working towards her Level 3. Becky has had 5 years experience working within the childcare industry and has worked with children of all ages.