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Tariff Sheet All of our staff are Level 3 Paediatric First Aid trained
Meet our management team
Rebekah Ned
Nursery Manager – Designated Safeguarding Lead
Meet Rebekah Ned, our exceptional Nursery Manager with 12 years’ experience in the early years sector, Rebekah brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our nurser. Rebekah’s friendly and supportive nature fosters a nurturing environment where children can thrive and families feel welcomed. Rebekah is Designated Safeguarding Lead and Wellbeing Officer.
Jessica Pointer
Deputy Manager, Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, Health and Safety Officer and Wellbeing Officer
Jessica brings over 12 years of experience in early years education, demonstrating a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and learning for young children. As Deputy Manager, she plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the setting and leading the team to maintain excellent standards. Jess is a Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, and Wellbeing Officer, Health and Safety Officer, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for children and staff.
Joanna Broughton
Owner of City Road Community Childcare
Meet Joanna Broughton, the Director and Owner. With an impressive 30 years of experience in the early years sector, Joanna is a true leader and advocate for high-quality childcare and education. Her passion for the early years is evident in every aspect of our nursery’s operations. Joanna’s extensive expertise and dedication drive our commitment to providing a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment for children to thrive. Her visionary approach and deep understanding of early childhood development ensure that our nursery remains at the forefront of excellence in the industry.
Amelia Broughton
Business Manager and HR
Meet Amelia Broughton, our Marketing and Business Administration professional. Amelia has 9 years’ experience in early years and holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years. She also has additional qualifications in marketing and management, supporting the smooth and effective running of the setting.
As Business Manager and HR lead, Amelia oversees business operations, ensuring the nursery runs efficiently and maintains high standards across all areas.
Daisy Houghton
Polar Bear Pre-School Room Lead and Designated Safeguarding Deputy
Daisy has 12 years’ experience in Early Years and leads our Polar Bear Pre-School room. She is passionate about preparing children for the next stage of their learning, supporting them to become confident, independent, and school ready.
As Designated Safeguarding Deputy, Daisy helps to ensure children are cared for in a safe and secure environment while promoting their overall development and wellbeing.
Laura McCreight
Panda Bears Room Lead - Designated Safeguarding Deputy and Wellbeing Officer
Laura has 14 years’ experience in early years and leads our Panda Bears room, working with children aged 2–3 years. She supports children’s development through nurturing care and engaging learning experiences, helping them build confidence and key early skills.
Laura is a Designated Safeguarding Deputy and Wellbeing Officer, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for both children and staff.
Katie Williams
Senior SENCO and Management Team
Katie is our Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO). She has 10 years’ experience in early years and holds a Level 3 SENCO Award. Katie supports children’s development through 1:1 interventions and works closely with staff to enhance their knowledge and understanding of special educational needs.
Lucinda Cone
Koala Bear Room Lead and Designated Safeguarding Deputy
Lucinda has 6 years’ experience in childcare and leads our Koala Bear room. She holds a Level 7 qualification in Early Years and Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status. Lucinda provides a high-quality, engaging learning environment that supports children’s development and prepares them for their next steps in education.
She is also a Designated Safeguarding Deputy, ensuring children are safe, supported, and well cared for at all times.
Demi Ratcliffe
Panda Cub Room Lead and Designated Safeguarding Deputy
Demi has 4 years’ experience in early years and leads our Panda Cub room, working with children aged 1.5–2.5 years. She provides a nurturing and engaging environment that supports children’s early development, helping them build confidence, independence, and key foundational skills.
Demi is also a Designated Safeguarding Deputy.
Amelia Broughton
Business Manager and HR
Meet Amelia Broughton, our Marketing and Business Administration professional. Amelia has 9 years’ experience in early years and holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years. She also has additional qualifications in marketing and management, supporting the smooth and effective running of the setting.
As Business Manager and HR lead, Amelia oversees business operations, ensuring the nursery runs efficiently and maintains high standards across all areas.
Jessica Pointer
Deputy Manager, Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, Health and Safety Officer and Wellbeing Officer
Jessica brings over 12 years of experience in early years education, demonstrating a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and learning for young children. As Deputy Manager, she plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the setting and leading the team to maintain excellent standards. Jess is a Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, and Wellbeing Officer, Health and Safety Officer, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for children and staff.
Joanna Broughton
Owner of City Road Community Childcare
Meet Joanna Broughton, the Director and Owner. With an impressive 30 years of experience in the early years sector, Joanna is a true leader and advocate for high-quality childcare and education. Her passion for the early years is evident in every aspect of our nursery’s operations. Joanna’s extensive expertise and dedication drive our commitment to providing a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment for children to thrive. Her visionary approach and deep understanding of early childhood development ensure that our nursery remains at the forefront of excellence in the industry.
Jessica Pointer
Deputy Manager, Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, Health and Safety Officer and Wellbeing Officer
Jessica brings over 12 years of experience in early years education, demonstrating a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and learning for young children. As Deputy Manager, she plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the setting and leading the team to maintain excellent standards. Jess is a Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, and Wellbeing Officer, Health and Safety Officer, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for children and staff.
Jessica Pointer
Deputy Manager, Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, Health and Safety Officer and Wellbeing Officer
Jessica brings over 12 years of experience in early years education, demonstrating a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and learning for young children. As Deputy Manager, she plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the setting and leading the team to maintain excellent standards. Jess is a Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, and Wellbeing Officer, Health and Safety Officer, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for children and staff.
Rebekah Ned
Nursery Manager – Designated Safeguarding Lead
Meet Rebekah Ned, our exceptional Nursery Manager with 12 years’ experience in the early years sector, Rebekah brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our nurser. Rebekah’s friendly and supportive nature fosters a nurturing environment where children can thrive and families feel welcomed. Rebekah is Designated Safeguarding Lead and Wellbeing Officer.
Katie Williams
Senior SENCO and Management Team
Katie is our Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO). She has 10 years’ experience in early years and holds a Level 3 SENCO Award. Katie supports children’s development through 1:1 interventions and works closely with staff to enhance their knowledge and understanding of special educational needs.
Daisy Houghton
Polar Bear Pre-School Room Lead and Designated Safeguarding Deputy
Daisy has 12 years’ experience in Early Years and leads our Polar Bear Pre-School room. She is passionate about preparing children for the next stage of their learning, supporting them to become confident, independent, and school ready.
As Designated Safeguarding Deputy, Daisy helps to ensure children are cared for in a safe and secure environment while promoting their overall development and wellbeing.
Laura McCreight
Panda Bears Room Lead - Designated Safeguarding Deputy and Wellbeing Officer
Laura has 14 years’ experience in early years and leads our Panda Bears room, working with children aged 2–3 years. She supports children’s development through nurturing care and engaging learning experiences, helping them build confidence and key early skills.
Laura is a Designated Safeguarding Deputy and Wellbeing Officer, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for both children and staff.
Lucinda Cone
Koala Bear Room Lead and Designated Safeguarding Deputy
Lucinda has 6 years’ experience in childcare and leads our Koala Bear room. She holds a Level 7 qualification in Early Years and Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status. Lucinda provides a high-quality, engaging learning environment that supports children’s development and prepares them for their next steps in education.
She is also a Designated Safeguarding Deputy, ensuring children are safe, supported, and well cared for at all times.
Demi Ratcliffe
Panda Cub Room Lead and Designated Safeguarding Deputy
Demi has 4 years’ experience in early years and leads our Panda Cub room, working with children aged 1.5–2.5 years. She provides a nurturing and engaging environment that supports children’s early development, helping them build confidence, independence, and key foundational skills.
Demi is also a Designated Safeguarding Deputy.
Daisy Houghton
Polar Bear Pre-School Room Lead and Designated Safeguarding Deputy
Daisy has 12 years’ experience in Early Years and leads our Polar Bear Pre-School room. She is passionate about preparing children for the next stage of their learning, supporting them to become confident, independent, and school ready.
As Designated Safeguarding Deputy, Daisy helps to ensure children are cared for in a safe and secure environment while promoting their overall development and wellbeing.
Lucinda Cone
Koala Bear Room Lead and Designated Safeguarding Deputy
Lucinda has 6 years’ experience in childcare and leads our Koala Bear room. She holds a Level 7 qualification in Early Years and Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status. Lucinda provides a high-quality, engaging learning environment that supports children’s development and prepares them for their next steps in education.
She is also a Designated Safeguarding Deputy, ensuring children are safe, supported, and well cared for at all times.
Demi Ratcliffe
Panda Cub Room Lead and Designated Safeguarding Deputy
Demi has 4 years’ experience in early years and leads our Panda Cub room, working with children aged 1.5–2.5 years. She provides a nurturing and engaging environment that supports children’s early development, helping them build confidence, independence, and key foundational skills.
Demi is also a Designated Safeguarding Deputy.
Rebekah Ned
Nursery Manager – Designated Safeguarding Lead
Meet Rebekah Ned, our exceptional Nursery Manager with 12 years’ experience in the early years sector, Rebekah brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our nurser. Rebekah’s friendly and supportive nature fosters a nurturing environment where children can thrive and families feel welcomed. Rebekah is Designated Safeguarding Lead and Wellbeing Officer.
Jessica Pointer
Deputy Manager, Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, Health and Safety Officer and Wellbeing Officer
Jessica brings over 12 years of experience in early years education, demonstrating a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and learning for young children. As Deputy Manager, she plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the setting and leading the team to maintain excellent standards. Jess is a Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, and Wellbeing Officer, Health and Safety Officer, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for children and staff.
Laura McCreight
Panda Bears Room Lead - Designated Safeguarding Deputy and Wellbeing Officer
Laura has 14 years’ experience in early years and leads our Panda Bears room, working with children aged 2–3 years. She supports children’s development through nurturing care and engaging learning experiences, helping them build confidence and key early skills.
Laura is a Designated Safeguarding Deputy and Wellbeing Officer, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for both children and staff.
Katie Williams
Senior SENCO and Management Team
Katie is our Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO). She has 10 years’ experience in early years and holds a Level 3 SENCO Award. Katie supports children’s development through 1:1 interventions and works closely with staff to enhance their knowledge and understanding of special educational needs.
Rebekah Ned
Nursery Manager – Designated Safeguarding Lead
Meet Rebekah Ned, our exceptional Nursery Manager with 12 years’ experience in the early years sector, Rebekah brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our nurser. Rebekah’s friendly and supportive nature fosters a nurturing environment where children can thrive and families feel welcomed. Rebekah is Designated Safeguarding Lead and Wellbeing Officer.
Jessica Pointer
Deputy Manager, Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, Health and Safety Officer and Wellbeing Officer
Jessica brings over 12 years of experience in early years education, demonstrating a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and learning for young children. As Deputy Manager, she plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the setting and leading the team to maintain excellent standards. Jess is a Designated Safeguarding Lead, Fire Marshal, and Wellbeing Officer, Health and Safety Officer, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for children and staff.
Laura McCreight
Panda Bears Room Lead - Designated Safeguarding Deputy and Wellbeing Officer
Laura has 14 years’ experience in early years and leads our Panda Bears room, working with children aged 2–3 years. She supports children’s development through nurturing care and engaging learning experiences, helping them build confidence and key early skills.
Laura is a Designated Safeguarding Deputy and Wellbeing Officer, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for both children and staff.
Fostering Excellence and Building Community
Our Ethos
At City Road Community Childcare, we provide an inclusive, stimulating, and nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported to thrive. We celebrate individuality, embrace diversity, and work in partnership with parents and carers as children’s first educator. Together, we create a sense of community, where children actively participate in both family and community life.
Why choose us?
What Sets Us Apart
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Family Run Business
We bring a personal touch and a deep understanding of the needs and aspirations of children and families in our care.
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Experienced Owner
With Joanna’s extensive 30+ years of early years’ experience, we ensure a wealth of knowledge and expertise in providing high-quality childcare.
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Ofsted Rated Good
We are proud to be Ofsted rated "Good" in all areas, reflecting our commitment to maintaining excellent standards of care and education.
Cultivating a Thriving Environment
Our Commitment
Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere: We create a friendly and inclusive environment where children, parents, staff, and partners feel valued, supported, and embraced.
Thriving Environment: Our aim is to provide a stimulating and happy environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive at their own pace.
Parent Partnership: We recognise the vital role of parents and carers in their child's development, and we actively involve and engage them as partners in their child's journey. Click here to learn about our Family app which enhances our partnerships with parents.
Building Strong Foundations for Every Child
Core Values
At City Road Community Childcare, our core values guide everything we do. We create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported to grow.
Working in partnership with parents and carers, we celebrate individuality, encourage curiosity, and build strong foundations for every child’s future.
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Child-centred
Child-centred care and safety – Providing a safe, nurturing environment
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Kindness and respect
Treating everyone with empathy and respect
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Staff wellbeing & inclusion
Supporting all team members
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Growth & Development
Encouraging learning and progression
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Positive Relationships
Building strong partnerships with families and community
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Environmental Responsibility
Promoting sustainability
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Shared Responsibility
Supporting long-term success of the nursery