MEET THE TEAM
Sarah
Sarah Drummond
Head and Founder
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After giving birth to my eldest daughter, Poppy, I decided to leave my career in the music business and prepare for parenthood by becoming a Montessori Teacher. Over 20 years ago and two more daughters later, Jemima and Sophie, I have never looked back! The sheer joy of being able to nurture a child's natural inquisitiveness and expand his/her horizons is so rewarding. In my spare time I enjoy relaxing with my family, going to the theatre, music, walking the family dog and looking after our two horses.
I set up Jelly Beans in 2004 and today I am delighted that we have grown the Jelly Beans family into a busy and popular Nursery.
Holli Callahan
Group SENCO
Both my children have attended Jelly Beans and we instantly found a love for the Montessori approach. I could see how they excelled on a daily basis. I come from a Special Educational Needs school of 12 years starting here after qualifying with my Level 3 in childcare. I then decided to do my higher learning teaching assistant (HLTA) and studied for my Bachelor of Arts Open Degree studying courses all around childcare. I also have makaton sign language training which I have started using at Jelly Beans to teach to the children how to do some sign language. I love spending time with my family and going on lots of different adventures . Family days are my favourite. I have worked with children from the age of 16 and strive to improve my learning along the way with lots of different opportunities .
Fiona Pittard
Early Years Educator/Room Leader
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I have been working with children for over 13 years within the Hockley area. I decided to study childcare when my daughter was little and I’m so glad I did as it’s such a rewarding career and I love seeing children learn and develop their skills. I joined Jelly Beans day nursery in November last year and I feel proud to be part of such a great team. I have a level 2 and 3 qualification in childcare.
I have two children aged 15 & 19 and in my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, long walks with my dogs, love music and watching a good film or series.
Emma Fisher
Early Years Educator​
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Hi everyone, my name is Emma and I am based in the baby room at the Day Nursery. I thoroughly enjoy working at Jelly Beans as I love seeing the babies develop and hitting their milestones whilst making you smile every day. Also, I help out in the toddler room and the other Jelly Bean sites too which is always nice to work with the different age ranges. I find this job very rewarding when I know I can make a difference to each child and help them reach their full potential.
Judy Harrop
Senior Manager
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I am level 2 Montessori trained and Level 5 EYFS, I have worked with children aged 0-14 for 20+ years. I love helping the children grow and develop through various activities tailored to each child's individual needs and developmental stage. I joined Jelly Beans January 2022 and I have loved everything about the Montessori ethos that I have learnt so far.
Shan Britten
Deputy Manager/SENCO
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I have been in childcare for over 20 years working with all the different age ranges from 0 to 8 year olds, and with children with Additional Needs and I have enjoyed watching them all meet their own full potential.
I am just about to embark on studying for my Montessori Degree.
Ellie Musicka
Qualified Teacher Status/Bank Staff​
I am level 3 qualified in Child Care and I am enjoying getting to know all the children and helping them develop.
Kyra Crawford
Early Years Educator​
Hiya I’m Kyra and I have recently completed my level 2 apprenticeship in Childcare. I have been at Jelly Beans for 9 months now, and I’m really loving it. I have worked with all the ages throughout Jelly Beans, but currently I'm stationed in the
baby room. I enjoy watching their personalities shine and grow within their development. I also love encouraging and guiding them towards their milestones. In my spare time I hang out with friends and family, and my cat.
Angel Bell
Early Years Apprentice​
Hi, my name is Angel.
I chose to start a Level 2 apprenticeship in Childcare because I genuinely love working with children and want to make a positive difference in their lives. I wanted to learn in an environment whereby I can get the practical experience not just the theory side of experience, so this apprenticeship at Jelly Beans felt like the perfect way to grow both my skills and confidence in Childcare. It's important to me to understand how children develop and what they need to be able to thrive and feel safe and secure and reach their full potential.
Lisa Oxenham
People Operation's Manager
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I have lived in Hockley for the past 15 years but recently moved out to the countryside of Stambridge. I have three children ranging from the age of 8 up to 24 years old. I achieved a Degree in European Business after leaving school and I have been working in education for the past 17 years in various roles including teaching, learning support, pastoral administration and more recently a PA within an Academy Trust. Outside of the office I am very involved with my local church as well as enjoying time with my family, friends and my 3 rather large dogs.
Heidi Tunbridge
Early Years Educator
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I have lived In Rochford for 6 years with my husband and two daughters Molly 10 and Florence 7. I also have two fur babies, my cats Loki and Fifi.
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
I love working at Jelly Beans and seeing all the children growing individually every day is so rewarding.
Danielle Tidiman
Early Years Educator​
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I am very passionate in what I do,I find working with children very rewarding. I have two children who are boys. My youngest son has Septo Optic Dysplasia and is visually impaired so I have a deep understanding of children who are SEN.I am very passionate about working at jelly beans and I want to provide the best care possible for the children. I love spending time with my family and going on lots of different adventures.
Daisy Hammond
Early Years Educator
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Hi I’m Daisy, a level 3 qualified practitioner here at Jelly Beans.
I’ve been working at Jelly Beans for 6 months now, and I’m really enjoying being with the
children. I’m based in the baby room where I love watching each baby achieve their milestones as this is very rewarding. I do sometimes help in the Toddler room, which I enjoy. I’m very family orientated and spend most of my spare time seeing family and friends.
Isla McPherson
Early Years Apprentice​
Hi, I’m Isla and I'm doing a level 2 Apprenticeship in Childcare. Since growing up with my big sisters working in childcare, I got inspired by them and ever since doing work placement in a preschool. I love seeing the children develop in the setting and trying new things!
Chloe Cruse
Early Years Educator​
Hi I’m Chloe and have completed my level 2 apprenticeship in Childcare. I’ve been working at Jelly Beans for over a year now and I love it. In my spare time I spend a lot of time with friends and family, especially my dog. I love seeing all the children grow and develop, it’s very rewarding and I cannot wait to continue on my development working on my level 3 qualification.