It all starts with our people

Tiptoes Nursery and Pre-Schools employ over 22 gradates, 38% of staff, with a further 6 more studying towards a degree qualification in early years (well above national standards). That’s up to between 2-5 graduates per Tiptoes nursery. As the staff educate themselves and understand the importance of it, they know how important it is to you and your child as well. We are delighted and proud that all our staff can lead, educate and interact at the highest level with all Tiptoes children.

A New report out 10th December 2020 by the Education Policy Institute and the Nuffield Foundation confirms settings which employ a graduate are linked with improved outcomes for children which last up to the end of primary school, you can read that report in our blog area.

Here at Tiptoes we genuinely want our nurseries to be the best and we want nursery experiences to be memorable and fun. We realise that it is vital that we earn the trust and confidence of you, our parents and that you are happy with what we do and how we do it. Together we can produce happy and confident children who enjoy living in a culture that nurtures and values the importance of a happy childhood and gives children the opportunity to maximise their full potential and become well-rounded citizens of the world.

Laura, Tiptoes Nursery Director

15 Years with Tiptoes

My name is Laura and I started with Tiptoes on day one, in August 2009. Since starting as a deputy manager at our Waterside site I soon became manager in 2010 and then moved to manage our Willerby nursery and pre-school in December 2015. I have my foundation degree in childhood studies and during my time as an active practitioner I had the most experience working with pre-school children though worked extensively across all Tiptoes age groups of 6 weeks to 5 years.

In 2022 I am proud to become the first operational director of Tiptoes across all its sites. We have a very strong management team and between us cover all disciplines with senior managers and managers having worked with Tiptoes for many many years. During my time at Tiptoes I have had experience in over 20 OFSTED inspections with achievements of GOOD, GOOD with outstanding features and OUTSTANDING practices.

The most rewarding part of my job is watching our Tiptoes children blossom with confidence, whilst growing and learning.

Vanessa, Tiptoes Nursery Director

9 Years with Tiptoes

I started at Tiptoes in August 2016 and became the manager in December 2018. During my time as an active practitioner I have had the most experience working with babies and toddlers. I have my level 6 in Childhood Studies, myself and my team got an OUTSTANDING OFSTED Report in April 2019 which is one of the biggest achievements in my career so far.

I am pleased to be the second promoted Nursery Director at Tiptoes.

The most rewarding part of my job is being able to help children grow and achieve to their full potential daily and being able to provide the best play and learning experiences. As a manager I believe the most important aspects is working alongside parents in order to ensure home life and nursery life is compatible, and having good team ethics between myself and the staff in order to ensure the best experience is being delivered for each child within our care.

Kelly
KellySutton Manager
13 Years with Tiptoes

I started at Tiptoes in September 2011 and have been a manager since August 2018. I have a bachelors degree in childhood studies. During my time with Tiptoes I have worked with all ages but have the most experience working with pre-school age…

Emma
EmmaBricknell Deputy
11 years with Tiptoes

Hi everyone, my name is Emma I am the deputy Manager at our Bricknell Avenue site. I joined Tiptoes in May 2013 and have a level 5 degree in childhood studies. I have worked in all of the rooms but am currently a keyworker and room leader in the preschool room I have had the most experience in the baby room and in the pre-school room. …

Karis
KarisBridgehead Manager
7 Years with Tiptoes

I started Tiptoes in November 2016 and became the manager in July 2019. During my time as an practitioner I have the most experience working with the toddlers, although I do have experience working with all ages. I have my level 5 Foundation Degree in childhood studies…

Pollyanna
PollyannaMorrill Manager
8 Years with Tiptoes

I started at Tiptoes February 2016 and became the Manager in 2021. I haven worked at our Gorton Road site and now at Morrill Street. I have always worked in the 2-3’s and have a passion for working in that age group. I have my level 3 in childcare but I am currently doing my level 5 degree at University which will be completed in the next few months…

Kim
KimBricknell Manager
8 Years with Tiptoes

I joined Tiptoes in June 2016 and became the deputy in December 2018. I have an extended Level 3 in children and young people’s workforce. I was the deputy working alongside Vanessa when we achieved our OUTSANDING OFSTED Report in April 2019…

Sara
SaraSutton Deputy
5 Years with Tiptoes

My Name is Sara, I am currently working at our Sutton, Leads Road site as a deputy manager. I started at Tiptoes in July 2018 and became a deputy manager May 2022. During my time working for Tiptoes I have ……

Fiona
FionaWillerby Manager
6 Years with Tiptoes

My Name is Fiona Hodgson, I am currently working at our Gorton Road site as nursery manager. I started at Tiptoes in January 2018 and became a deputy  manager July 2021. During my time working for Tiptoes I have ……

Sophie
SophieWaterside Manager
6 Years with Tiptoes

My name is Sophie and I am the manager at our Hessle site. I have worked with children for 24 years and have lot of varied experience along the years, including 1:1 learning support, nursery nursing and previous managerial roles. I have supported children …

Kirsty
KirstyWaterside Deputy
6 Years with Tiptoes

My name is Kirsty and I am the deputy manager at our Waterside site.

I’ve been in childcare settings since 2013 and started my journey with Tiptoes in 2021.
I hold a level 3 in children’s learning and education…

Heather
HeatherGoole Manager
3 Years with Tiptoes

Hello everybody, My name is Heather. I am currently working at our Goole site as manager. I started my journey with Tiptoes in February 2022 and became deputy manager in April 2023. During my time at Tiptoes I have the most experience within the Toddler room and enjoyed my time as their room leader.