Friday’s Storybook and Suggested Activity – I Forgot To Say I Love You – Promoting Positive Relationships
Kelly Meikle – Cleaner/Care Taker
Hello everyone, I’m Kelly and I help to keep the nursery clean, tidy and safe. I start work early in the morning however it is lovely to see everyone arrive for a fun-filled busy day at Woodhill. At the weekend I spend time with my family and enjoy visiting friends for coffee and cake 🙂
6am-9am Fulltime
Thursday’s Storybook and Activity Idea – Aliens Love Underpants – Support Positive Wellbeing Through Humour.
Marie Thomson – Catering Assistant
Hello Everyone, my name is Marie I am the Catering Assistant at Woodhill ELC, it is lovely to serve up the food for the children in the nursery. I live at home with my partner and my son. I like walking, reading books and visiting my friends and family and lastly watching tv.
10.30-1.30pm Fulltime
Wednesday’s Storybook & Suggested Activity – The Ugly Duckling
Tuesday’s Storybook and Activity Idea – A Little Bit Brave – Developing Resilience
Amy Melvin – Early Years Worker
Hello! My name is Amy, I am a mum to a cheeky 2 year old boy who I love to spend my days off going on adventures! Our favourite place to visit is the farm seeing all of the animals and tractors. I love cleaning and doing housework having things organised and in their place then cosying up on the couch with a cup of tea and good series.
I have worked in early years for over 10 years with experience of all age groups.
recently I have completed my PDA in childhood practice to further my knowledge! my passion is nurture and attachment, my favourite quote is “every child should be nurtured with great love. The feeling of great love promotes wellness and potential for greatness”. I am the United Nation Convention of the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) co-ordinator and Health and Safety Champion. I will be sharing my knowledge of Makaton moving forward! I am based in the Forest Room and my group is called the Squirrel Group
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday AM (Job Share with Kim).
Sharon Harkin – Early Years Worker
Hi my name is Sharon I am based in the Forest Room and my group are called the Owl group. I have worked at Woodhill ELC since it opened in September 2020, I am a passionate and caring practitioner who wants the best for all of the children. I love literacy especially reading and exploring books. Within the nursery I am one of the Froebelian champions implementing Froebel principles into our nursery practice. I love being indoors and outdoors providing lots of fun exciting opportunities for the children. At home I love spending time with my family and my dog Cali. I like to spend time at my caravan, going camping and walking with my husband and 2 children. I love to reads lots of books!
Full time
Hazel Smith – Early Years Worker
Hello! my name is Hazel Smith my group is the peaches group in the Orchard room! I started at Woodhill in September 2020 when it first opened and now have 3 years of experience. I started off as a modern apprentice and have experience working will all age groups and particularly enjoy providing messy play experiences for children! I feel most confident when I am planning in the art area and supporting children to become creative! I am currently the transition co-ordinator and literacy champion and would like to further my knowledge in Makaton and Nurture training.
I live at home with my boyfriend Zak and enjoy spending time with him, my friends and my family. I enjoy going out for dinner and watching movies at the cinema. I enjoy doing jigsaws and reading books in my spare time!
Part time start of the weekÂ