Meet the Team

Hi, my name is Gemma, throughout my career I have worked my way up within the nursery. I started working at Oaktree day nursery in March 2009.

Initially I worked in the Toddler room as a nursery assistant. I had the opportunity to continue my journey around the nursery where I gained valuable experience in all the rooms and different roles.

After 3 years at Oak Tree, I became the deputy manager, whilst in this role I gained specific skills and knowledge. 6 years ago, the position arose for me to become the manager at Oaktree day nursery, and I revelled in the opportunity.

Day to day my job involves creating an enabling environment for both children and staff. I believe in creating a home from home experience for all the children. Each day there are new experiences and challenges which I love, I enjoy being involved in the rooms spending time with the staff and children.  Watching these children develop from babies into children ready to start school and become the best version of themselves is the most rewarding.

I have two daughters who have both previously attended the nursery who thoroughly enjoyed their experience. I enjoy watching my youngest play football and I am looking forward to supporting my child in further education.

Working with children is more than just a job it’s your chance to make a real difference. I aim to create a safe space where they can all enjoy the nursery experience and I thoroughly enjoy my whole experience within Oaktree day nursery

Gemma holds many qualifications including:

• Level 3 Management
• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare
• Peadiatric First Aid
• Level 2 safeguarding
• Food hygiene
• Health and safety
• Role of SENCO
• FGM Training

Hello my name is Steph I am the deputy manager and special educational needs co-ordinator. I have worked in childcare in varius settings for 16 years and have a foundation degree in young childrens learning and developmentt.

I enjoy working closely with my sister inlaw Gemma who is the manager at Oaktree day nursery. My daughter attended Oaktree day nursery while i am working and I have had the opportunity to watch my daughter grow,learn and develop.She is now at school and has found the transistion from nursery to school easier from the learning environment at Oaktree day nursery.

Everyday I have the priviledge of witnessing childrens eyes light up with excitment as they explore the world around them.

Working at Oaktree day nursery is rewarding and furfilling and allows me to witness the magic of childcare,help children grow and form meaningful connections.

Hi my name is Maisie and I am a key worker in the baby room. I have been working at Oaktree day nursery for almost a year now, I am working towards completing my level 2 qualification.

I enjoy working at Oaktree day nursery as the atmosphere is always friendly and I have gained confidence during my time here.

I am passionate about working with children and working at Oaktree day nursery has helped me develop my skills and knowledge.

I enjoy guiding the children's development during play and encouraging new experiences for them.   

Hi my name is Alison I work in the baby room. I am level 3 qualified and have worked in Early years for 15 years and have been working at Oaktree day nursery for 8 years.

I am a mum of three grown up children, and run a baby and toddler group on my day off. I enjoy working at Oaktree day nursery and love being with the babies and children. I thrive off watching the children gain confidence and develop major milestones especially the babies with learning to crawl and walk.

I enjoy singing and having lots of fun playing with the babies. I like to create a  happy ,loving environment where the babies can learn through play and thrive.

Hi my name is Tracey, I have 28 years childcare experience, caring for children from birth to 5 years. I have worked at Oaktree day nursery since 2010. I am NNEB qualified and also have peadiactric first aid, food hygiene, safe guarding. I undertake regular courses to keep my training up to date.

I originally started working at Oaktree day nursery as maternity cover in the toddler room with a 9 month contract. 14 years later, I'm still at Oaktree enjoying every day watching the babies grow and learn new skills and creating lasting relationships with the parents.

I am the supervisor of the baby room and supervisor of the nursery, I manage the day to day running of the nursery in the absence of the manager and deputy manager.

I like to create a home from home environment within the baby room and work closely with parents to help their babies settle and thrive.

• N.N.E.B Level 3 Nursery Nurse
• Pediatric First Aid
• Foundation in Safeguarding
• Food Hygiene
• Vulnerable Babies
• Makaton
• FGM Training
• EPI Pen Training
• Understanding Autism
• Health and Safety
• Equality and Diversity

Hi my name is Natasha, I have worked at Oaktree day nursery since 2021. I am the room supervisor of the toddler room.

I enjoy working with the team at Oaktree and I love to watch the children grow and develop. I like to plan activities to fit around the childrens needs, I also enjoy to create messy play activities with the children.

I am first aid qualified and have my level 2 and 3 in early years. I am looking forward to working towards my level 4 in childcare.   

Hi my name is Chloe , I am the supervisor in pre toddlers. I have worked at Oaktree day nursery sinc July 2022. I have a level 3 extended diploma in health and social care and I am currently working towards my level 3 in childcare.

I am extremeley passionate about being able to work with children each day , explore new ideas and be able to teach them through fun learning activities this is a very rewarding experience.

By creating a positive ,happy and welcoming environment for the children I care for I hope to be able to make a positive impact within their nursery journey.  

Hi my name is Demi I work in the pre toddler room. I have been a part of the Oaktree team since July 2022. Since working in the nursery my confidence with the children and working alongside parents has improved so much.

I have recently completed my level 2 qualification in childcare and I am looking forward to starting my level 3 soon.

I love the bonds I create with the children and love getting involved in messy play activities.

Hi my name is Lauren and I am the toddler room supervisor, I have worked at Oaktree day nursery since 2021, I work closely with the staff in my room to ensure we work well as a team. 

I have my childcare level 2 and 3 qualifications and I am first aid trained.

I enjoy working at Oaktree day nursery watching all the children grow and develop as they get ready for their next steps.  

During my time at Oaktree day nursery I have gained the confidence to form strong bonds with both the children and parents in the toddler room and I always communicte effectively with Parents.    

Hi my name is Jess I first came to Oaktree day nursery as a student to gain experience with working with children under the age of 2 but i never left and have now worked at Oaktree day nursery for 10 years.

I have a level 6 in early years and education, I have been in early years for 19 years now. I enjoy supporting children with additional needs.

I particularly enjoy supporting children achieve their milestones and accomplish next steps, particularly with health and selfcare.

Hi my name is Abi and i work as a nursery nurse in the toddler room. I have recently gained my level 3 qualification in childcare, I enjoy working at Oaktree day nursery and while working here my confidence has grown massivley.

I really enjoy working with the staff in my room and helping the children develop and grow. 

Hi i'm Abi Symons amd i am a key worker in the pre school room. I have a level 3 qualification in childcare and education I started working at Oaktree day nursery in October 2023 and love working here. 

Previously I  worked at a nursery in Hessle for 7 years and more recently worked for a baby sensory for Hull and East riding for 6 years.

Working with children is my passion and I love reading stories bringing them to life with puppets and props.

Hi my name is Katie I have completed my level 1 and 2 in Health and social care and also level 1 and 2 in child care which I completed whilst in college.

I worked at a nursery in Beverley for 2 years then started working for Oaktree Day nursery in October 2023.

I am now studying my level 3 in childcare and I am passionate about working with children and enjoy working in all the age groups in Oaktree day nursery.

I am looking forward to completing my level 3 while at Oaktree. 

Hi my name is Jodie, I have a level 3 qualification in childcare and have worked with children from birth to age 5 for 10 years now.

I previously worked at Oaktree day nursery for a year but left for other opportunities, I have since rejoined the Oaktree Day nursery team and I am really enjoying it.   

I enjoy seeing the children learn through providing activities for their interest and likes. I especially enjoy reading stories to the children and creating fun inviting activities such as bubbles and messy play.

I love listening to the children's stories they tell me, it makes me smile and laugh. I love creating a wonderful atmosphere for the children to learn and grow emotionally and physically.

Hi I am Rosie and I am the cook her at Oaktree day nursery.

I started working here in January 2023 and love providing nutrious food for the choldren, listening to their stories and working in a fun environment.

Before working at Oaktree Day nursery I worked as a baker in a supermarket for 15 years.