As well as managing Orchard Barns Kindergarten for almost 13 years,Susan has taken on a role overseeing all three nurseries in this chain,securing 'outstanding' Ofsted grades and NDNA quality kitemarks for allof them.
Staff development is second to none and credited as the backbone of thenursery. Susan and two of her staff were the first in Essex to achieveEarly Years Professional Status, and she has trained more than 30 NVQtrainees since she arrived.
After joining Orchard Barns, Susan developed a core key person approachto childcare so that staff form strong bonds with both children andparents. Other new ideas included introducing Forest School practicesand healthy eating, achieving an NHS Award.
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