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Our Nursery Team

Abinger Common Nursery benefits from a highly experienced, nurturing and dedicated team.  

Our team consists of 5 Practitioners who work directly with the children daily. 

The majority of the team hold Level 3 Childcare and Education qualifications or equivalent. 

Staff are supported in continuing to build on their professional development and understanding of various aspects of the EYFS, by attending regular workshops and training linked to this.  

Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding training is consistently renewed and attended by all Nursery team members.  

“Parents compliment how staff prioritise care for their children stating – staff’s dedication shines through in every aspect of the nursery” Ofsted 2025

Hayley Hatton Manager

Hi, I am Hayley Hatton. I am the manager of the Nursery and have been working here since 2005. I am the Designated Safeguarding Lead and SENCO for the setting. I love Forest School, walks in the Big Woods and I live in the village with my two boys.

Eve Waddingham

Hi, my name is Eve Waddingham and I am deputy manager of the nursery. I have worked as a nanny for many years and in nursery settings since my own children started school.  I love playing, reading, making a mess and being outdoors.  I am the designated safeguarding deputy.

Henny Maxwell

Hello I’m Henny Maxwell, I have been at nursery for 21 years. I am a mother of 3 and both my girls once attended the nursery. I do a lot of cooking with the children and LOVE GETTING MESSY!

Leonie White

Hi, my name is Leonie. I am a level 3 qualified Early Years practitioner. I have worked with children since 2001. I love craft and cooking activities and helping children to learn and grow. I live with my daughter and our 2 little dogs.

Martina Laudonia

My name is Martina, I am an au pair and I have been living in Abinger Common for eight years.  I enjoy working with children and helping them to achieve their goals.  I love playing, reading stories, writing and walking around the countryside.  I love Abinger and I am very happy to be working at the nursery.

Kate Fairbrass

Hi, my name is Kate and I support the nursery team and committee with administration, mainly working from home. I live in the village and am a mum of three.