OUR PHILOSOPHY
Everyone is equal, diversity is celebrated, and all are welcomed with a big smile.
As someone who struggled to 'fit in' as a child and as a parent of a child with learning difficulties, I know how tough it can be to feel separate from your peers. Division also appear due to differences in race, culture, religion or backgrounds and are often created through lack of knowledge, understanding or awareness.
This is why it is so important to me that our nurseries embrace and support all children and their families, working together to ensure our play spaces are inclusive, and provide amazing learning opportunities and positive outcomes for all. Helping to change the world, one preschooler at a time.
After all, none of us are the same, but we are all equal and special in our own right.
Heather Mason, CEO, The Birds Nursery Group
(Photo of my family when we began this journey back in 2001)
Our Teachers
Our teachers are experienced, dedicated, and passionate about early childhood education. They create a warm and welcoming classroom environment where children feel safe, valued, and supported. Each teacher brings their unique background and expertise to the classroom, ensuring that every child receives individualised attention and care. Many of our educators have extensive experience in Early Years and have specialised knowledge of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, languages, cultural differences and interests in music, art and theatre.
Woodpeckers Nursery Team
Sahla Derouiche
Nursery Manager & DSL
Jan Evershed
Level 3 Early Years Educator
Kim Clarkson
SENCO
Hannah Elms
Level 3 Early Years Educator
Summer Davies
Early Learning Room Lead
Erin Hurst
Level 2 Early Years Apprentice
The Birds Nursery Group Management
Heather Mason
CEO & Managing Director
Abi Cousins
Area Senco & Training Manager