
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 have recently introduced foreign language lessons for the children. The languages spoken in the nursery 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.
Deputy Manager (acting Manager):
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:
Magda Kowalska has been part of the LCDN team since September 2008. Magda has many years of childcare experience with children of all ages. Magda holds a masters degree in childcare.
Pre-school Teacher:
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.
Saints Room Leader:
Hannah Sawbridge Joined us in January 2009 and confidently leads our Saints Room Team. Hannah holds an NVQ Level 3 and is enrolling to start her Foundation Degree in Early Years at the end of September 2009.