My name is Mandy Duncombe I have been working in childcare since I left college many years ago. I am level 5 qualified in childcare and management, I have been working for Chestnuts for 3 and half years. I love working with children as I enjoy seeing them grow and develop into confident, independent and happy young people.

My name is Nadia Virlan, I have successfully achieved a Level 3 Diploma for the Children & Young People’s Workforce. I have been working with Chestnut Nursery School The Maples since January 2021 as a room leader within the Toddler Room. Since March 2021, I have been a Deputy Manager for The Maples nursery which has been a great opportunity for me to develop and learn new skills. I have 3 years’ experience of working with children which has helped me to gain a substantial amount of knowledge to support their learning and development, to help them achieve the best possible outcomes and have access to all opportunities provided. I am very passionate about working within the Early Years sector and feel that this is an important attribute to maintain.

My name is Summer, I am Level 3 qualified in childcare, I also hold a Level 3 qualification in team leading. I have been working in childcare for 14 years. I enjoy and love working with children - everyday is a new experience and I love being part of their key early development, it gives me a sense of joy and happiness to be a part of an amazing learning process.