Hello, my name is Nicola and I joined Cottam Nursery School in September 2016 as the manager.
I have a BA (Hons) in Education and Professional Studies. I also hold a range of Early Years qualifications and I am continually updating my training in various courses, these include:
• Specific Learning Difficulties and behavioural disorders L2
• Social Communication Workshop
• Paediatric First Aid
• Safeguarding – Nominated Officer
• Health and Safety
• Fire Marshall Training
I have worked with children in one capacity or another for most of my adult life gaining experience across a variety of settings
I am passionate about effective interactions between staff and children, learning and development. Our team have high aspirations for all children and themselves as individuals who really go “above and beyond” which enables children to reach their full potential.

I love my role as nursery manager and I can honestly say that every day at Cottam Nursery School is fun, unique and full of laughter.

Hi my name is Wendy, I am a level three qualified nursery practitioner. As well as my role as Nursery SENDCO, I am one of the nominated safeguarding officers and have a Paediatric First Aid certificate.

I have worked at Cottam Nursery School since January 2001. Prior to that I was employed in a charity run Pre-School, a primary school nursery and as a TA supporting children with additional needs.

When my daughter started school, I volunteered as a parent helper and this was the start of my love of working with young children. Children are loving, very eager to explore the world and it is a privilege to be a part of their formative years. As part of nursery life, we work with a the EYFS which covers seven developmental areas, all of which I enjoy exploring with the children.

Cottam is very much a ‘home from home’ nursery where children are eager to learn and care for their peers. The staff are very professional and care not only for the children but their colleges alike, making it a pleasure to be at work each day.

Hello, my name is Jane, I have over 25 years’ experience of working in the early years’ sector and I am the Pre-School room leader.

During this time I have gained various relevant qualifications including; TA Level 2 and Level 3 in Early Years Childcare Learning and Development.

I enjoy all aspects of teaching and learning but my real passion is for crafts and creativity which I feel I bring to the nursery.

I love working a Cottam Nursery School as it provides an amazing opportunity to watch children develop and know that we have given them the best possible start in life.

Hi, my name is Lisa and I am a qualified Level 3 nursery practitioner.

I’ve worked in childcare for over 8 years. I enjoy meeting new children and helping them gain as much knowledge as they can.

Being able to teach a child something new and seeing how proud they look is one of the best feelings.

Hello, my name is Rachel. I first came to Cottam Nursery School as a parent when my twin boys came here.
I have always loved the friendly, nurturing and stimulating atmosphere that my wonderful colleagues and I strive hard to maintain for each and every precious child we take care of.
As a qualified Librarian it will be no surprise to hear that my greatest joy is encouraging and inspiring a lifetime love of books and reading – and indeed beginning the journey towards the goal of independent reading through our early phonics work.

Hello, my name is Susan. I have worked with children for over 10 years. I have a Level 3 qualification in Speech and Language and I have also completed the Social Communication and Safeguarding courses.

I take pride in my work and always have the child’s interest at heart. I work closely with parents and carers to share information about their child’s development.

I enjoy working with a team that brings excellent enthusiasm to Cottam Nursery School.

Hi, my name is Tina and I joined the team at Cottam Nursery in January 2020.

I am a Level 3 qualified practitioner and have First Aid and Safeguarding skills. I hold a BTEC Level 2 in Team Leading and also have my Level-2 NVQ in Health & Social care. I have over 20 years experience working with children from babies to pre-school.

I love working as part of a team providing an environment for young children to explore and learn.

Hi my name is Katie, I am a nursery practitioner and I have a Level 3 in Early Years, with over five years’ experience in childcare and education.

I love working with young children it is different every day and a rewarding experience. I particularly enjoy expressive arts and design – providing creative fun for all the children.

I love working a Cottam Nursery because the staff work very hard as a team to ensure all the needs of the individual children are met.

Hi, my name is Joanne and I joined the team at Cottam in September 2019. I am a qualified teacher with over 20 years’ experience in childcare and education.

I thoroughly enjoy my time at Cottam Nursery School and working alongside our Barn children to ensure a fantastic start to their early education.