Believes it is important for children to have a routine and recognises that firm but fair boundaries provide structure and stability, helping children to feel safe in her care.

Values teaching manners and encourages positive play such as turn taking and being kind to others, recognising their importance in a child's development.

Strives to incorporate opportunities for learning and collaboration into each day, encouraging children to explore new things and support one another.

A firm advocate for ensuring that each child feels heard and valued, recognising the significance of their individual voices.

Prides herself on a natural ability to connect with children on their level, embracing playfulness, singing, and reading books to engage them. Loves watching children learn, introducing them to new experiences, and seeing their faces light up with excitement.

A skilled communicator, she is comfortable resolving any challenges that arise and places great importance on building strong bonds with the children in her care, ensuring they are always happy to see her.

Passionate about cooking and is adept at following recipes but also has her own specialities, creating meals that are healthy, varied and seasonally inspired.

In winter, her repertoire includes dishes like shepherd's pie, stews and hearty vegetarian meals.

She enjoys introducing children to new flavours, including fish and a variety of healthy options, and on occasion is happy to prepare meals for the entire family.

Experienced in weaning, she prefers to start with savoury foods, introducing one new item at a time, always remaining allergy-aware. She believes in a patient approach to introducing meat and prioritises a balanced, thoughtful introduction to solid foods.

Has a love for animals and emphasises kindness towards both people and animals in her care.

She also engages in many outdoorsy hobbies including swimming, skiing and horse-riding and is enthusiastic about sharing her love for the outdoors.