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About Us
Wellingtons Nursery is based in a purpose-built setting attached to Wellington Hill Residents Association. Childcare provision has been at the heart of WHRA, serving the community for over 30 years. The original Pre-School closed its doors in December 2017. Wellingtons Nursery builds upon the nurturing reputation of its predecessor, providing a safe and stimulating environment where children learn, play and grow. It offers working parents flexible provision 50 weeks of the year from 8am to 6pm. We also offer term time only places.
Wellingtons Nursery is the vision of Jo Hickling. Jo is married with three children and a large extended family.After gaining her childcare qualifications Jo worked at Wellington Hill Pre-School, eventually moving on and working in mainstream education for several years. Jo loved her time at Wellington Hill and maintains her passion for community and good quality early years provision .
Meet Our Staff
Jo Hickling
Managing Director
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Jo has a Foundation Degree in Supporting Early Years Practice and a First Class BA Hons degree in Early Childhood Studies.
With many years experience in the education sector, I have a passion for Early Years and family support. I am proud to be able to offer a high quality learning environment for future generations of children and their families in the Leeds 14 area.
Jess Hickling
Director
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With a BA Hons degree in Primary Education, Jess is a qualified primary
education teacher, EYFS and phonics lead and Assistant Headteacher.
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My role involves offering background help and support, particularly with regard to provision phonics and curriculum.
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Fiona
Nursery Manager
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​ Fiona has a raft of Early Years qualifications including a Level 3 Diploma in Child care and Education, and award in Playwork and a Level 5 Diploma in Early Years Management. She is very proud of becoming a NOCN Level 3 Forest School Leader.
I have worked in a variety of childcare settings for over 18 years, I ran my own childminding business for a few years, before becoming a mummy to two amazing children. I love coming to work every day knowing that I am helping provide a safe and nourishing environment for each child to learn and grow to their best ability. My biggest achievement other than becoming a mummy was I become the NDNA’S Nursery Practitioner of the year runner up in the country in 2010, nominated by the parents from my Nursery. ​​​
Kyla
Level 3 Practitioner/ SENDCo/ Room Leader
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Kyla originally came to Wellingtons as an Early Years Apprentice. She has moved up through the nursery and is now a Level 3 Practitioner and Room Leader. Kyla has a passion for working with children, and a thirst for learning and has recently taken on the position of SENDCo.​
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Magda
Level 3 Practitioner
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With a degree in Early School Education and Qualified Teacher Status Magda is a welcome addition to our team. Magda particularly enjoys teaching children about their environment and helping them to understand about the world around them.
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Emily
Level 3 Practitioner
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Emily is very proud to have recently completed her Level 3 apprenticeship with Wellingtons. With a special mention from her tutor for outstanding practice.
She is passionate about working with children. In her spare time Emily is a member of a cheerleading team.
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Jess
Early Years Practitioner
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Jess comes to Wellingtons with many years experience in Early Years.
She will also be working in our before and After School Club
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Elly
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Early Years Apprentice
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Elly is our newest staff member, joining our team in September as our new Level 2 Early Years Apprentice.
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Helen
Administrator
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Helen is our much valued Administrator, supporting the Senior Leadership and parents with all their nursery questions.
Helen also supports Kyla with the administration work for children with SEND. In addition to this Helen is also one of Wellingtons Level 3 Playworkers, having worked wuth children for many years she works in our wrap around care and can be found in Holiday Club and Before and After School Club,
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Amy
Cook
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Amy recognizes the importance of good nutrition in early childhood for promoting long-term health and fostering healthy eating habits throughout life. With a young family of her own, she is experienced in preparing nutritious and enjoyable meals and snacks.
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Vicky
Level 3 Practitioner/ Playworker
Vicky is a nurturing and conscientious practitioner who has experience in working with children of all ages. Having previously worked at Wellingtons as a Practitioner Vicky now works in our Holiday Club and Before and After School Club Wellies at Whinmoor.​
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Jake
Playworker
Qualified as a Level 3​
specialist support for teaching and learning in schools & HLTA, Jake enhances our holiday club and Before and After School Club provision Wellies at Whinmoor. He particularly enjoys music and movement.
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