Meet our TLE® Centre Team
Petra Hallam
Centre Director
Favorite TLE® Character:
Phoebe Phonics
My name is Petra Hallam and I have worked in childcare since 2001. I realised my passion for everything early years when I started childminding when my own children were very young. I find it a privilege to be entrusted with the care and education of our little learners.
Sarah Bower
Deputy Manager
Favorite TLE® Character:
Grace and Charity
My name is Sarah and I love all things musical theatre and playing the guitar and piano (not very well). I’ve been in childcare since I was 16 and have worked my way up from an apprentice to a Deputy Manager. I am very passionate about creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive and I am very excited to embark on this journey with TLE.
Christina Haynes
Third-in-Charge
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
My Name is Christina, and I started a career in childcare as I love to see little personalities grow and like to be a part of building the next generation. I also have a 7-month-old son.
Naomi Knight
Nursery Assistant
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
My name is Naomi, and I am a mum to two young girls. I have worked in childcare for the last 3 years. I am currently in the final stages of achieving my level 3 qualification in early years. It is a privilege and an honour to be part of the children’s journey. I love nothing more than being imaginative and creative with the children.
Megan Dow
Nursery Practitioner
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
My name is Megan. I love spending time with my friends and family. I have always had a passion for looking after young children. I have been working in nursery’s since I was 16. I enjoy supporting children to be able to achieve their goals and be able to reach their full potential. I love creating new, exciting activities and experiences for the children to explore to develop their learning. I am very excited to be apart of TLE and watching it grow.
Esther Mburu
Room Leader
Favorite TLE® Character:
Grace and Charity
I am passionate about childcare and enjoy teaching children and to see their progress as they grow. I also enjoy observing children reach their full potential and even sometimes get to learn a thing or two from them such as different dinosaur names! My favorite tie is when Pre-school transition to reception because I can look back and see their growth that we as practitioners collectively contributed. In my free time I enjoy photography!
Sian Richter
Nursery Assistant
Favorite TLE® Character:
Om
My name is Sian. I like spending time at the cinema and hanging out with friends! I spent a few years developing my knowledge for childcare at summer camps in America before moving into a full time nursery position. After spending time at summer camp I have a passion for the outdoors. I am currently studying my Level 3 in Early Years.
Orlane Kirton-Vaughan
Nursery Assistant
Favorite TLE® Character:
Techni Cal
My name is Orlane, I am from France. I have been in the UK for ten years and started my childcare journey as an Au Pair. Last year I had my daughter Isobel who also attends The Learning Experience!
Stacey Enright
Nursery Assistant
Favorite TLE® Character:
Lionstein
My name is Stacey and I’ve been working in childcare for over ten years. In my free time I like to spend time with friends and family. I like working in Early Years to spend time watching the children develop and achieve milestones!
Liberty Campbell
Nursery Assistant
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
My name is Libby and I enjoy fitness, my favourite sport is gymnastics. I love to include physical challenges for the children helping them develop skills in a safe environment. I am excited to be apart of the TLE family and expand my knowledge in childcare throughout my journey.
Danielle Reino
Room Leader
Favorite TLE® Character:
Pablo Pigasso
My name is Danni and I am a Room Leader within our Pre-School Classroom. I have my level 3 in childcare as well as leading as SENCO within the Leatherhead setting. I am a Key carer and love to put into practice the knowledge and skills I have gained along the way (Which is so rewarding!) In my spare time I love to be around my family, listening to music and also drawing portraits.
Celia Santos
Room Leader
Favorite TLE® Character:
Phoebe Phonics
I’m usually a bubbly and happy person, always trying to see the positives in life. I love to laugh and play. I believe in family, love, respect and honesty. I’m very passionate about children and teaching. Teaching has been a mission for almost 25 years! Love my ‘letters’ and reading stories dramatically!
Tamasne (Edit) Szabadkai
Nursery Chef
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
My name is Edit and I am the Nursery Chef. I have been a chef for 6 years and have over ten years experience within the Kitchen. My favorite food to cook is a Beef Stroganoff. My favorite character is Grace because she has the same name as my own dog!