All of our staff are either NNEB (National Nursery Examination Board) or equivalent, or participating in the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in Early Years and Childcare.
We have a very high qualified staff ratio which far exceeds that of OFSTED requirements. All of our staff are trained in First Aid.
Jon, Director
There are two things in life that are very close to my heart – family and education. As an Uncle and Godfather I enjoy spending time with my nephews, seeing them learn and develop, whilst supporting their growth within a loving family unit. I am recently married and very much enjoying this new aspect of my life, looking forward to the future and all it holds.
Education is my other passion in life and having completed a Law degree I felt it was right to carry on my own education completing a post graduate degree in Education with a particular focus on the Early Years Sector.
During my studies I worked within a number of OFSTED GOOD and OUTSTANDING settings including our sister nursery Monkey Puzzle Bromley. Working in a variety of settings has given me an excellent understanding of what an OUTSTANDING nursery looks like which is what I am striving to achieve here at New Cross.
I have also worked within local New Cross Primary Schools gaining experience in preparing children for school and also building links with teachers and principals. This is valuable experience I will be bringing into our Preschool Room to ensure that every child that leaves us is confident, sure of their value and ready to face the challenges of Primary School.
Having lived in New Cross for 13 years I have lots of local knowledge and a real passion for the community the nursery will be a part of. There is a lot of history in New Cross which we will share with the children as we aim to enhance and develop the future of education in the area as well as demonstrating to them their role and place within their community.
Monkey Puzzle New Cross hope to be an agent of change in the community bringing innovative and creative ideas to the areas of education and childcare. We aim to be an OUTSTANDING nursery, caring for local children and their families in the New Cross area.
I am incredibly excited about this new venture and I hope you will join with us as we grow into an influential part of your community.
Liesl, Senior Nursery Manager
“A teacher plants the seeds of knowledge, sprinkles them with love and patiently nurtures their growth to produce tomorrow’s dreams”
I hold a Bachelors of Education Foundation Stage degree, Quality Teacher Status and qualifications in Business Administration and Management. I have worked within the Education system since 2007 and the managerial sector of Early Years since 2011.
I have a working knowledge of how to support children with special educational needs in the classroom as well as co-ordinating with outside agencies to ensure the individual needs of all our children are met.
As a mother of a 3 year old, I can relate to parents on the day to day joys of life with a little one and value the importance of ensuring every child receives the best OUTSTANDING childcare they deserve.
I believe children learn best through play, especially play focused on their interests, engaging their imagination and expanding their knowledge of the world. Creating and extending opportunities for this type of learning has always been my passion and I take great pride in supporting my team to educate our children in this way. I believe encouraging children to be confident, independent and full of self-worth is key to giving them a firm foundation on which to build their future.
It is an honour and privilege to care for your children and play an active role in their learning and development. Thank you for trusting your little ones to us and I am really looking forward welcoming you all into our Monkey Puzzle New Cross family.
Stephanie Appleby
Nursery Manager
From a very young age I have known that I would like to work with children. After completing my A Level’s I gained an HND in Early Childhood Studies and realised I was passionate about working with children and their families. At the same time as studying for my BA (HONS) in Education, I began my career working in childcare as a Nursery Practitioner. I have now worked in childcare for 16 years throughout a variety of settings to reach the position of Manager.
I am originally from Blackpool and have lived in London for a little over 2 years. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, tennis and spending time visiting my niece and nephew.
One of the wisest pieces of advice I have ever received was if you choose a job you have a great passion for, you will never work a day in your life. This is a philosophy that I have carried with me throughout my life.
Leoni – Room Leader
Demi – Explorers
Zsofia – Deputy Room Leader
Carol – Key Practitioner
Agnes – Key Practitioner
Katie – Room Leader
Jojo – Key Practitioner
Nazia
Leigh
Ashley
Toni
Kyran – Apprentice
Anlea – Room Leader
Paige – Deputy Room Leader
Khadri – Key Practitioner
Andrea – Key Practitioner
Soemaya – Key Practitioner
Anne
Afua – Chef Nursery Assistant
Eno
Shazell
Maddie
Taryn
Career opportunities
Monkey Puzzle is committed to providing great career opportunities for its entire staff. We are very keen to ensure that our team of staff participate in training at all levels. Our policy is always to recruit and/or promote internally if at all possible.
For current vacancies, please send an email to our manager on manager@monkeypuzzlenewcross.co.uk
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If you think you have what it takes and would like to be a part of our exciting new team, please send your CV to manager@monkeypuzzlenewcross.co.uk
