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We believe the people working in a nursery are crucial to providing a happy and
safe learning environment. Our fully qualified staff have been chosen because of their love of, and dedication
to, working with children. Here's a brief insight into how they became part of the Wise Owl world.
Mrs Toni Krajnik - Proprietor
I was born in Scunthorpe, completed my degree in Psychology at Manchester and went on to a Masters degree in Psychology at Hull, before becoming a qualified teacher. I then became head of two departments at the former Thomas Sumpter School in Scunthorpe. My main roles at Wise Owl are to oversee the running of the nursery and to ensure the teaching is of the highest quality.
My young son Leo attends Wise Owl nursery.
I was born in Scunthorpe, completed my degree in Psychology at Manchester and went on to a Masters degree in Psychology at Hull, before becoming a qualified teacher. I then became head of two departments at the former Thomas Sumpter School in Scunthorpe. My main roles at Wise Owl are to oversee the running of the nursery and to ensure the teaching is of the highest quality.
My young son Leo attends Wise Owl nursery.
Kerry Biggins – Business Development Manager
I graduated in 2010 from Leeds Metropolitan University with a degree in Business and Management Studies. I am now working with Wise Owl in a business development role. My main responsibilities within the business will be marketing, branding, fundraising events and improving quality standards within each nursery to ensure the highest level service for you and your child.
Naomi Byrne - Nursery Manager
I have always known I wanted to work with children, so straight from school I completed my NVQ Level Three at North Lindsey College. While studying, I spent two years on various placements, including schools and childminding. I started at Wise Owl in November 2005 as a student and was quickly offered the chance to become one of the team as a nursery assistant and have worked through the ranks to become Nursery Manager, of which I am very proud. I am now studying a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care at Hull University.
I have always known I wanted to work with children, so straight from school I completed my NVQ Level Three at North Lindsey College. While studying, I spent two years on various placements, including schools and childminding. I started at Wise Owl in November 2005 as a student and was quickly offered the chance to become one of the team as a nursery assistant and have worked through the ranks to become Nursery Manager, of which I am very proud. I am now studying a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care at Hull University.
Nicola Johnson - Deputy Nursery Manager
From an early age I knew I wanted to work in the early years sector, so that's why I worked hard to gain a B A in Education Studies with Childhood Studies at the University of Hull. I am currently studying a Masters Degree in Education and Childcare, alongside an EYPS qualification. I started Wise Owl in October 2009 as a student, but have been very fortunate to gain a full position as Senior Nursery Nurse in March 2010. This gives me a great opportunity to work in the area I have so long pursued. Also my son, Jacob gets the opportunity to experience nursery life as he attends Wise Owl in the baby room.
From an early age I knew I wanted to work in the early years sector, so that's why I worked hard to gain a B A in Education Studies with Childhood Studies at the University of Hull. I am currently studying a Masters Degree in Education and Childcare, alongside an EYPS qualification. I started Wise Owl in October 2009 as a student, but have been very fortunate to gain a full position as Senior Nursery Nurse in March 2010. This gives me a great opportunity to work in the area I have so long pursued. Also my son, Jacob gets the opportunity to experience nursery life as he attends Wise Owl in the baby room.
Lucy Polkinghorne – Senior Nursery Nurse
At present I am completing my BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies at Sheffield Hallam University one day a week. The rest of the week I am in the nursery, where I am being trained to be a Deputy Manager for when our third nursery opens next year. I have a sound knowledge of the EYFS and the national curriculum, which allows me to provide quality care to the children at Wise Owl and encourage them to continually learn and develop.
At present I am completing my BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies at Sheffield Hallam University one day a week. The rest of the week I am in the nursery, where I am being trained to be a Deputy Manager for when our third nursery opens next year. I have a sound knowledge of the EYFS and the national curriculum, which allows me to provide quality care to the children at Wise Owl and encourage them to continually learn and develop.
Emma Carolan - Nursery Nurse
I have worked with children ranging from 0-5 years. Since the age of 17 I have gained experience working with children with special needs and then I came to Wise Owl Day Nursery. I have spent the past 3 years here and really enjoy my job and find it very satisfying.
I have worked with children ranging from 0-5 years. Since the age of 17 I have gained experience working with children with special needs and then I came to Wise Owl Day Nursery. I have spent the past 3 years here and really enjoy my job and find it very satisfying.
Kirsty Smy-Summerfield - Nursery Nurse
I have a diploma in Nursery Nursing and a foundation degree in Early Years I have over 9 years of experience working within day nurseries covering all age ranges. I have been responsible for planning activities and enrichments based on the Early Years Framework. I am a parent of 2 young girls, who both attend Wise Owl.
I have a diploma in Nursery Nursing and a foundation degree in Early Years I have over 9 years of experience working within day nurseries covering all age ranges. I have been responsible for planning activities and enrichments based on the Early Years Framework. I am a parent of 2 young girls, who both attend Wise Owl.
Michelle Swettenham - Nursery Nurse
Since I started at Wise Owl in 2006 the time has flown by and i have now completed my NVQ Level 3 in childcare which has helped me to gain my promotion to nursery nurse which has really helped me to gain more confidence within my role. I throughly enjoy working with the 2-5 year olds and helping to improve their development on a daily basis. Working with children is the best job in the world and the only thing i see myself doing in the future.
Since I started at Wise Owl in 2006 the time has flown by and i have now completed my NVQ Level 3 in childcare which has helped me to gain my promotion to nursery nurse which has really helped me to gain more confidence within my role. I throughly enjoy working with the 2-5 year olds and helping to improve their development on a daily basis. Working with children is the best job in the world and the only thing i see myself doing in the future.
Kerrie Hartley-Sinclair - Nursery Assistant
I have grown up around children and childcare as my mum has been a child minder since I was young. I have always been interested in caring for children and have been fortunate to be blessed by 3 children of my own, Anneliese 4 years, Owen 2 years and Caitlin 10 months. This has provided plenty of hands on experience. My first experience with Wise Owl was in Sep 2008 when I covered temporarily for 2 weeks. I now work at Wise Owl as a nursery assistant and have been working toward my NVQ level 3. My son Owen is also attending and both myself and Owen are loving the new challenges, new experiences and the new friends we are making.
I have grown up around children and childcare as my mum has been a child minder since I was young. I have always been interested in caring for children and have been fortunate to be blessed by 3 children of my own, Anneliese 4 years, Owen 2 years and Caitlin 10 months. This has provided plenty of hands on experience. My first experience with Wise Owl was in Sep 2008 when I covered temporarily for 2 weeks. I now work at Wise Owl as a nursery assistant and have been working toward my NVQ level 3. My son Owen is also attending and both myself and Owen are loving the new challenges, new experiences and the new friends we are making.
Rebecca Hoystead - Nursery Assistant
I have recently done my NVQ Level 2 in Childcare at North Lindsey College. During my Level 2 I gained experience with age ranges from birth to 5 years. One of these placements was at Wise Owl, which i really enjoyed as it gave me great experience of working with children. I then got the opportunity to become part of Wise Owl as a Nursery Assistant, I am also currently working towards my Level 3 qualification.
I have recently done my NVQ Level 2 in Childcare at North Lindsey College. During my Level 2 I gained experience with age ranges from birth to 5 years. One of these placements was at Wise Owl, which i really enjoyed as it gave me great experience of working with children. I then got the opportunity to become part of Wise Owl as a Nursery Assistant, I am also currently working towards my Level 3 qualification.
Vicky Harland - Nursery Assistant
When I left school I wanted to be a mid wife, but whilst I was at North Lindsey College studying my Level 2 I went on various placements, working with children aged birth – 5 years. I found this very rewarding and wanted to work with children in an early years setting and play a part in children's learning and development. In November 2010 I was offered a job at Wise Owl. My daughter Tayla also attends Wise Owl in the pre-school room and she thoroughly enjoys her time here and has made lots of new friends. I am now currently working towards my NVQ Level 3.
When I left school I wanted to be a mid wife, but whilst I was at North Lindsey College studying my Level 2 I went on various placements, working with children aged birth – 5 years. I found this very rewarding and wanted to work with children in an early years setting and play a part in children's learning and development. In November 2010 I was offered a job at Wise Owl. My daughter Tayla also attends Wise Owl in the pre-school room and she thoroughly enjoys her time here and has made lots of new friends. I am now currently working towards my NVQ Level 3.
Lauren Finch - Nursery Assistant
Since leaving college I have always wanted to work with children and help them develop. For the past year I have been completing a level 2 certificate in Support Teaching. In May I was given the opportunity to join Wise Owl and start my NVQ level 2 in Childcare.
Since leaving college I have always wanted to work with children and help them develop. For the past year I have been completing a level 2 certificate in Support Teaching. In May I was given the opportunity to join Wise Owl and start my NVQ level 2 in Childcare.
Stacey Borrill- Nursery Assistant
I am just starting out in childcare. Before working for Wise Owl I was a qualified hairdresser, but since having a child of my own I decided a career change towards childcare was the right step for me. I am always around children. Looking after them is something I really enjoy so childcare is want to progress in.
I am just starting out in childcare. Before working for Wise Owl I was a qualified hairdresser, but since having a child of my own I decided a career change towards childcare was the right step for me. I am always around children. Looking after them is something I really enjoy so childcare is want to progress in.
Hannah Williams – Nursery Assistant
I have been interested in working within childcare for a long time so I attended North Lindsey College to get my level 2 in Childcare and Education. During this time I went on a lot of placements to different settings and gained a lot of useful knowledge and experience in dealing with children's learning and development. I am now doing my level 3 in childcare.
I have been interested in working within childcare for a long time so I attended North Lindsey College to get my level 2 in Childcare and Education. During this time I went on a lot of placements to different settings and gained a lot of useful knowledge and experience in dealing with children's learning and development. I am now doing my level 3 in childcare.
Kerry Bolton – Nursery Assistant
I have a GCSE in Childcare and Development and am working towards my NVQ Level 2 in Childcare and Education. My experience working as an volunteer at a primary school has taught me skills such as computing, woodwork and helping children learn to read. I hope to transfer this teaching style to the nursery following the Learning Through Play programme. I am extremely passionate about working with children and am very glad to be given the opportunity to work for Wise Owl. I have two children aged five and under, one of whom attends Wise Owl nursery in the baby room.
I have a GCSE in Childcare and Development and am working towards my NVQ Level 2 in Childcare and Education. My experience working as an volunteer at a primary school has taught me skills such as computing, woodwork and helping children learn to read. I hope to transfer this teaching style to the nursery following the Learning Through Play programme. I am extremely passionate about working with children and am very glad to be given the opportunity to work for Wise Owl. I have two children aged five and under, one of whom attends Wise Owl nursery in the baby room.
Spencer Malone – Finance Manager
I am responsible for managing Wise Owl's finances to aid business development and growth. I am qualified in using Sage Accounts 2011 including Payroll. I also have a Level 2 IAB in Computerised Accounting for Business and a Level 2 in Book Keeping. I am currently updating my knowledge of Sage 50 Forecasting.
I am responsible for managing Wise Owl's finances to aid business development and growth. I am qualified in using Sage Accounts 2011 including Payroll. I also have a Level 2 IAB in Computerised Accounting for Business and a Level 2 in Book Keeping. I am currently updating my knowledge of Sage 50 Forecasting.
Lois Finch – Nursery Assistant
I have an NVQ level 2 in Childcare and am going on to my level 3 at the moment. I have certificate in paediatric first aid and have attended a baby massage course. In my spare time I am also a Special Constable for the Police Force.
I have an NVQ level 2 in Childcare and am going on to my level 3 at the moment. I have certificate in paediatric first aid and have attended a baby massage course. In my spare time I am also a Special Constable for the Police Force.
Employee of the Month Aug/Sep
| MICHELLE SWETTENHAM won the award for October/November for always putting the children first and giving the parents excellent feedback about their day at Wise Owl. :) |
Employee of the Year 2010
Employee of the Year 2009
| Kerrie Hartley-Sinclair - Well done :) :) |
Employee of the Year 2009
| Naomi Byrne |
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