"The essence of play is the capacity to engage in it" Ferre Laevers
MEET THE MANAGEMENT TEAM
ELEANOR HUTTON
Manager
Explorosity Education is owned and managed by myself, Eleanor Hutton, an Early Years Teacher. I have worked in and with many day nurseries and early years' professionals over the last ten years, each with their own vision of what inspiring and exceptional childcare, teaching and learning would look like. With that in mind, I have developed my own vision and ethos based on various approaches and theories from inspirational figures and settings alongside my own true passion, enthusiasm and love for Early Years teaching and learning.
Olivia Chrysostomou
Olivia works very closely with Eleanor to ensure the highest possible standards within our nursery provision.
Olivia is an 'outstanding' early years teacher with a wealth of teaching experience from Early Years to lecturing on the degree course at Grimsby University
Olivia has a keen passion for knowledge and supports a lot of early years theorists such as Alistair-Bryce-Clegg.
Olivia enjoys enabling and encouraging children to challenge themselves and experience their 'unknowns'.
Olivia holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching and a BA Hons) Early Years
Hazel Challender
DEPUTY MANAGER
Hazel is an exceptionally passionate practitioner. She is committed to providing and ensuring the richest environment, reflective of our current cohort of children.
Hazel has worked in Early Years for many years and has also been a medic in the army.
Hazel has an amazing personality you will often find her right in the middle of any messy play activities or in our outdoor areas.
Hazel holds a BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies.
Our Lead Teaching Team
We have three playrooms at Explorosity - The Baby Lounge, The Toddler Room and the Kindergarten. Each of these rooms are lead by a dedicated and qualified practitioner, passionate about providing the highest quality of care for your child.
JENNA KIRKBY
Baby Lounge Lead Practitioner
Jenna has lead early years practice for over 5 years. Jenna has a very warm and caring personality perfectly suited to providing the highest quality care to our youngest children.
Jenna has a fun, bubbly and approachable personality. You will usually find Jenna snuggled up reading stories or engaged in messy play!
Jenna currently holds a FDa in Early Childhood Studies and is studying for her level 6 qualification.
CARLEY GRIGG
Toddler Room Lead Practitioner
Carley is a fun loving individual with high energy, yet the perfect person for cuddles too. Carley has worked with two year old's for a number of years. She is very committed to providing exciting and stimulating activities and planning a challenging and appropriately risky environment for our little ones as they develop through their two year old brain development - helping them to investigate their natural instinct to push boundaries.
Carley holds a level three in Early Childhood Education.
Our Teaching Team
Our team are truly passionate and dedicated to their work. They strive each day to become extremely attuned to each of their key children in order to provide the highest possible care and education.
CHLOE OFFER
Kindergarten Teacher
Chloe is a very passionate individual with a true love for learning. Chloe is calm natured and the best storyteller! Chloe has taught both in nursery and school.
Chloe holds a BA(Hons) Early Years and is a qualified teacher.
RACHEL PARKINSON
Early Years Educator / Trainee EY Teacher
You will generally find Rachel outdoors! She loves all elements of being outside and exploring with our babies. She creates magical opportunities for our children.
Rachel is a keen baker and cook and loves providing yummy activities for our babies!
Rachel holds a degree in Early Years Education and has worked in early years settings for over ten years.
SARAH CUMBERLAND
Early Years Educator
Sarah is an inspirational practitioner. She is very committed to early years education.
Sarah is qualified as a forest school leader and you will usually find her in the garden exploring all things natural.
Sarah is currently qualified to level three in early years education and is studying for her BA(Hons) Early Years.
DEMI RICE
Early Years Educator
Demi is an exceptionally passionate practitioner, she is very creative and loves providing the best possible experiences for our children.
You will often find Demi in the role play area, usually dressed up and in full character!
Demi holds a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies.
EMMA DAVEY
Early Years Educator
You will usually find Emma baking with the babies! Emma is a greatly talented practitioner with many talents including crocheting, baking and sewing!
We are also very proud that Emma is a qualified Baby and Toddler Yoga practitioner and a baby massage therapist.
Emma is exceptionally caring and passionate about her role. Emma holds a level 4 qualification in Early Years and has a wealth of experience working with babies.
ISABEL TEMPLEMAN
Apprentice Early Years Educator
Isabel has dreamed of working in Early Years since she was little. She is such a passionate and excitable person with a true dedication to creating the best possible environment for children.
Isabel is currently training to be level three qualified in early years supported by the baby room team.
EMMA PRESTON
Early Year's Educator
Emma has a true passion for working with our youngest children. You will often find Emma getting messy creating the best experiences for our little ones.
Emma also has a keen interest in the development of speech and language in children. She is a huge part of our communication and language campaign within the setting.
Emma is currently qualified to level 5 in the early years and is working towards her BA (Hons) Early Years.
NATALIE SINDERSON
Early Year's Educator
Natalie has worked with babies since she left school.
She loves all aspects of early years but particularly storytelling.
Natalie holds a Level 3 in Early Years Education.
ROBYNNE BROMLEY
Early Year's Educator
Robynne is the most passionate practitioner, truly dedicated to providing amazing experiences for our little ones. Robynne has a great knowledge of Early Years.
Robynne has a keen interest in early years attachments and wellbeing.
Robynne has two young children of her own, holds a level 3 in early years and is currently working towards her degree.
Supporting Team Members
Our setting is committed to providing the highest quality care for our children.
KATE BAKER
Kate initially came to us as a student in 2020, She now works as a relief practitioner in our setting.
Kate works across all three rooms as required. She is very fun-loving, often playing the main role in children's games.
Kate is currently qualified to level 3 in Early Years and is planning to study teaching at university in September 2021.
HEATHER BURRELL
Heather currently works with us part-time in the Kindergarten room supporting children with 1:1 needs. Heather is a qualified Teacher and runs extra sessions tutoring for primary aged children.
Heather has a very bubbly personality. She enjoys exercise, co-owing a climbing gym in Louth "Ascend". Heather also has a little boy of her own.
Would you like to join our team?
Are you fabulous? We are always searching for passionate and dedicated early years practitioners to join our amazing team. If you think this could be you, complete the form below and one of our management team will get back to you.