Management & Teaching Team – Staff List

I am a qualified primary school teacher with over 17 years experience teaching across the Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. I started my teaching career in Key Stage 2 and could see, from my classroom window, the children in nursery and reception learning through play and becoming curious, independent…

Clowns was founded by my mother, Tracy Landy, in the living room of our family home in May 1994. I began my formal Clowns journey at age 2, under the nurturing care of some of the very same people who remain part of our dedicated team today. It has been incredibly special to come full…

I have been a qualified teacher since 2010 and became Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Lead the same year. My commitment to educational excellence led me to go on to complete the National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL) in 2017. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working in various primary schools across…

My name is Pankti, I grew up in India and moved to London in 2019. I hold a degree and have a background in financial markets, where I used to lead a highly experienced team.  Despite my initial degree, it was while volunteering at a children’s orphanage that I found my calling to work with…

I am a qualified teacher who has been working in Early Years since 2014.  I believe in creating a diverse planner that implements activities from the Early Years Foundation Stage and supports ‘learning for life’ and allows each child to grow into and celebrate then as a unique individual. I agree with the importance of…

I am a dedicated and enthusiastic childcare and teaching professional with over twelve years of experience and a genuine love of children. I joined Clowns Nursery as the Class Teacher in Peach. As a qualified Teacher I find it a privilege to be able to educate, nurture and take care of children in the Early…

I am overjoyed to have joined Clowns in January 2024 as the Class Teacher in Limetree Green. I have worked in Education since 2018 and have experience teaching the EYFS through to Key Stage 2. I value the diversity of backgrounds and unique experiences each child brings to the classroom, and recognise the value of…

I am currently the Team Leader of Cherry class, where I am work beside Michelle, who is a highly experienced Team Leader  and has been at Clowns for over 20 years. I have worked in various roles within childcare for 7 years.  I have worked in a childcare centre and been an au-pair and worked…

I believe that ‘learning through play’ is the foundation of education and lifelong learning.  This teaching philosophy is built around childhood theories and pedagogy which I have adopted during my years as an education studies student, as well as over 5 years experience as an early years professional and been fortunate to work with children…

As an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teacher, my passion lies in providing young children with exceptional educational experiences and nurturing care. I truly believe that a child’s learning journey begins with a supportive, enabling and engaging environment, where they are encouraged to explore, discover and develop at their own pace. I understand and value…

My name is Abi and I have been the Drama Teacher at Clowns Nursery since August 2017 and I am so proud to be part of this wonderful team. I have loved Drama and dance from a young age and always knew that this was what I wanted to do. At the age of 16…

My name is Dominique, although I am known as ‘Coach Dom’ by the children and staff at Clowns. I joined the nursery in September 2022 and I am delighted to have become a part of the Clowns Nursery family. My passion for sport started at an extremely young age and  is a passion that still…

I am a multi-instrumentalist musician, song writer and producer with 25 years’ experience  I have played in bands, toured as a session musician and produced music for various artists.

Throughout my 32-year career as a chef, I have had the opportunity to work in various positions within the culinary industry. This includes my role as a second chef, where I have honed my skills and expertise in the art of cooking. I am proud to hold a NVQ level 2 certification in catering, as…