HOLLIE BRUCE

Around Childcare Director

Since graduating from the University of Nottingham with a Psychology (BSc) degree, I have worked with children of all ages and completed my CACHE Level 3 Childcare Studies alongside caring for them. Prior to beginning Around Childcare, I worked with a number of SEN children, began and ran a holiday club in Wetherby for children ages 4-11 and completed many training courses from 'Understanding Autism/ADHD/Asperger's' to 'Level 3 in Food Safety and Hygiene'.

ISABEL SPURR

Before and After School Club Manager

I first started volunteering with children at the age of 16 when I was a young leader for a local Rainbows and Brownies group and knew from this that I loved organizing the activities for the children and working with them as they grow and learn. I moved to Leeds to study for my degree in Visual Communications, which I have since secured, and not long after began working for Around Childcare. I love working for Around Childcare and working with all the children that come into our care.

KATY ROBINSON

Preschool Lead

MS J BROWN

Childcare Assistant

Hi! My name is Miss J Brown, the J stands for Jellybean (or so the kids believe)! I was a SEN TA for 20 glorious years, which was more of a vocation then a job. I have worked along side teachers and learning mentors at a Christian holiday club, tutored primary school children and was a certified Safeguarding leader at my local church. In 2019, I decided to take early retirement but as I thoroughly loved working with children have since become a Lunchtime Supervisor at St Matthews and began working at Around Childcare.

JENNAH VOLLANS

Childcare Assistant

I first started volunteering with children at a local pantomime group as a children's chaperone. With more experienced, I progressed to becoming a children's coordinator which is a role I love doing. Currently, I am in my third year at university studying Philosophy, Religion and Ethics with the aim of becoming a teacher. I look forward to beginning my journey at Around Childcare in September and getting involved with the activities and getting to know the children.

PREET KAUR

Childcare Assistant

My name is Gurpreet, but everyone knows calls me Preet. Since having my own son in lock-down, I knew I wanted to start working with children, especially as he begins his own schooling journey this coming year. I have been working with Around Childcare for almost a year and I absolutely love it! I enjoy working with the team and joining in the activities with the children. it brings me a lot of joy watching the children learn and grow.

MILLA AZURDIA

Childcare Assistant

Since qualifying as a physiotherapist, I have gained a significant interest in pediatric care and the joys children bring. My time spent in New York at a children’s summer camp was a trans-formative experience, where I had the opportunity to work closely with children of various ages and backgrounds. This experience fueled my passion for working with children, as I found immense reward in helping them overcome challenges and celebrate their achievements. I’m excited to bring my skills and enthusiasm to a school environment, where I can support children’s growth and have lots of fun!

LEVI MCKENZIE

Childcare Assistant

Coming from a large family, I've always been around and looked after children younger than me. But, its wasn't till I was 16 that I found my passion for working with kids at a local martial arts school in London. Working and training there, felt special and made me want to continue my journey helping kids develop and grow. I'm now 19 and studying Social Psychology in the hopes of working in Social Care.

SASKIA CARTER

Childcare Assistant

My love and passion for children began when I started looking after a SED child as his support worker, and only continued to grow when I did work experience as a teaching assistant and became a babysitter. I believe all children and vulnerable people deserve the opportunity to thrive as individuals in a safe, secure and exciting environment. Where their needs for protection, play and personal development are protected and preserved.