About
Growing Young Minds at Jack and Jill's
At Jack and Jill’s, we inspire curiosity and creativity through nature and imaginative learning. Our Forest nursery and Pre-school provide a unique outdoor experience in a 1+ acre garden, promoting exploration, independence, and a connection to nature.
Indoors, our spaces encourage role play, language, literacy, and sensory development. With a dedicated team, many with over a decade of service, we are committed to exceptional early education and care.
Why Choose Us
Our recently refurbished setting offers a fresh, vibrant learning environment designed to inspire young minds. We’ve created a space that combines modern amenities with the charm of nature, providing a stimulating and comfortable atmosphere for your child’s early years.
Our Forest nursery encourages exploration and hands-on learning, fostering independence and creativity. Children engage with nature, develop teamwork, and enhance problem- solving skills. The outdoor gazebo ensures learning continues in all weather, providing a comfortable, sheltered space for activities and discovery.
At Jack and Jill’s, children enjoy hands-on experiences with our pygmy goats, helping children learn responsibility, kindness, and empathy. Feeding, caring, and gentle handling create lasting memories and curiosity, making our nursery a truly special place where learning and nature come together.
We pride ourselves on serving fresh, nutritious meals prepared by our talented in-house chefs. We source local produce and prepare all dishes on-site, from fruit smoothies and quinoa salads to family favourites like cottage pie. We also introduce children to global cuisines, including Indian and Italian dishes, with Halal options available to cater to all dietary needs.
Our indoor spaces are thoughtfully designed to foster development, with resources for role play, language, literacy, discovery, and creativity. We offer a rich variety of educational toys, books, and materials, ensuring every child thrives with us.
We run regular music and dance programmes with external teachers to help develop children’s coordination, rhythm, and confidence. These activities provide a fun and engaging way for children to learn new skills and explore movement. We also welcome a variety of farm animals to the nursery, giving children the chance to interact with and learn about them in a hands-on, memorable way.
Gardening Club gives children hands-on experience planting, growing and caring for plants. Through these fun sessions, little learners discover where food comes from, develop fine motor skills and build a lifelong connection with nature.
Children enjoy Sports Club sessions that build strength, balance, coordination and teamwork in fun, age-appropriate ways. Through a range of sports and movement games, children develop confidence, resilience and a love of being active. These sessions encourage cooperation, listening and perseverance while supporting physical wellbeing and social development, skills that benefit children both during their nursery years and beyond.
Our Cooking Club is a real favourite at Jack and Jill’s. Children roll up their sleeves, explore new ingredients, and discover the joy of creating food together. It’s more than cooking, it sparks curiosity, builds life skills, and encourages healthy choices, while giving little ones a real sense of pride in what they’ve made.
Meet some of the team
Management
Lesley
I have been working in childcare since 2002 and joined Jack & Jill's in 2024 as Nursery Manager. I love watching children grow, develop and learn as they progress through the nursery, gaining confidence and skills before beginning their next adventure at school. Outside of work, I have a daughter and two grandsons who keep me very busy and bring me lots of joy.
Dawn
I have worked at Jack & Jill's for 4½ years. As Deputy Manager, I enjoy spending time in all rooms, building strong relationships with the children and supporting them as they progress through the nursery. It is incredibly rewarding to help children grow in confidence and development as they prepare for their next adventure at school.
Shannon
I joined Jack & Jill's in February 2026 as Deputy Manager. I have extensive experience in childcare, particularly in supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). I have two children of my own who keep me busy outside of work, and I love getting creative with the children – the messier the activity, the better!
Chef
Nick
I am the Nursery Chef and have been part of the Jack & Jill's team for 5 years. I have enjoyed every moment and love bringing my passion and enthusiasm for food into the nursery. I take great pride in preparing healthy, balanced meals using quality ingredients and also enjoy sharing my love of cooking with the children through our Cooking Club sessions.
Butterflies 0-1 Year Olds
Abi
I have worked at Jack & Jill's for 7 years and am proud to be a Room Leader. I enjoy supporting babies in reaching their milestones and creating engaging and messy activities for them to explore. Outside of work, I enjoy baking, with cheesecake being my favourite.
Karen
I am a Level 3 qualified Nursery Nurse working in the Baby Room with children aged 0–18 months. I love supporting babies as they grow, explore and reach their first milestones. I also enjoy watching them discover the world around them with curiosity and wonder, especially through outdoor experiences.
Michelle
I have worked in childcare for 26 years and hold a Level 4 Advanced Diploma in Childcare and Education. I enjoy watching children progress through the activities and learning opportunities provided at nursery. I am particularly passionate about creative play, as it encourages self-expression, exploration of the world around them and helps to build confidence.
Susan
I have worked at Jack & Jill's for 14 years and enjoy seeing children grow and develop as they progress through the nursery. I particularly love the wonderful outdoor space we have here and the opportunities it provides for children to learn, explore and enjoy nature.
Ladybirds 1-2 Year Olds
Ellie
I have worked in childcare for over 14 years and am passionate about giving every child the best possible care and support throughout their early years. I love watching children grow and develop as they progress through their nursery journey. I take pride in creating a nurturing environment where each child feels valued, supported and encouraged to reach their milestones.
Maddy
I have worked at Jack & Jill's for 4 years and love providing children with a variety of exciting and engaging learning opportunities, especially messy activities. I enjoy watching children grow in confidence and develop their own unique personalities throughout their nursery journey. I take pride in creating a warm and nurturing environment for the children and being a supportive member of the team.
Simone
I have been part of the Jack & Jill's team for five and a half years. I enjoy working with children of all ages and supporting them throughout their learning journey as they progress through the nursery. It is incredibly rewarding to watch children grow in confidence, develop new skills and reach important milestones along the way.
Caroline
I have been part of the Jack & Jill's team for 6 months and have worked in childcare for 8 years. As a Room Leader, I love being outdoors and enjoy the free-flow environments we provide for the children. I am currently training to become a Forest School Leader and look forward to sharing my passion for outdoor learning and exploration with the children.
Dorothy
I am inspired by the laughter, energy and vitality of children and find true happiness in singing and dancing alongside them. I aim to be a supportive companion throughout their early years, providing a nurturing environment filled with love, encouragement and genuine care.
Bumblebees 2-3 Year Olds
Hannah
As one of our SENCOs, I enjoy supporting children through creative activities, especially painting. I love creating new and exciting experiences for the children by using music and dancing to encourage confidence, movement and fun learning.
Rachel
Emily
Olivia
I am a friendly and caring member of the nursery team. I enjoy creating a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, confident and happy to explore new experiences. In my spare time, I enjoy travelling, arts and crafts, and spending quality time with my family.
Libby
I have nearly 8 years of experience in childcare, with 2 of those years being at Jack & Jill's. I love baking, going on walks with my daughter and painting. I am passionate about creating safe, calm and nurturing environments where children can learn, grow and thrive.
Lisa
I have worked in childcare for 15 years and have been with Jack & Jill's for three and a half years. I hold a Level 3 SENCO qualification and am currently working towards my Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification. I enjoy creating outdoor experiences that help children build confidence, independence, and reach their full potential.
Dragonflies 3-5 Year Olds
Georgia
Tammy
I am passionate about providing opportunities for children to explore and experience new things. I enjoy creating engaging activities within a nurturing environment and find it incredibly rewarding watching children grow, develop and learn new skills.
Nicole
I have been working in childcare for around 6 years. I am kind, caring and imaginative, and especially enjoy creating activities that enhance children's learning and encourage them to explore, discover and develop new skills. As one of our Forest School Leaders, I am passionate about outdoor learning and helping children build confidence through nature-based experiences.
Jo
I bring 26 years of experience in childcare, with 20 of those years spent at Jack & Jill's. I love building strong relationships with both children and parents and enjoy supporting children on their literacy journey through fun, laughter and creativity. Watching children grow in confidence and develop a love of learning is one of the most rewarding parts of my role.