The positive impact Joan has had on the two BonBons nurseries she isinvolved with has been felt by children, staff and parents alike. Themanaging director describes Joan as 'the most inspiring person I haveever encountered in the early years sector, who everyone instantly warmsto'.
Joan joined the chain's Thornton nursery two years ago as theirfirst-ever early years teacher, to guide and mentor staff through thecurriculum. Now she supports 40 practitioners over the Thornton andShipley sites and is integral to their delivery of the Early YearsFoundation Stage.
She has instilled confidence and enthusiasm in staff through coachingsessions. Her natural empathy and patience has filtered down, creating acalmer culture at the nurseries.
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