Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Unit 3 & 4 Battalion Court, Colburn Business Park, Catterick Garrison DL9 4QN
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  • Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison, Catterick Garrison
Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison provides childcare and early years education in a caring, loving, and secure environment for children from 0 to 5 years of age.

The emphasis is on seeing everything from a parent's point of view as they know they are being entrusted with their most precious possessions.

The nursery is light and airy with an in-house kitchen. Outdoors, there is a secure playground and an exciting adventure area.

Security is paramount and the nursery operates a fingerprint biometric access system to protect children and staff.

Care Provided by Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Jayne Garbutt (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 26
  • Total Places for Children
  • 80
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

  • Childcare Fees 2024-


    Baby Moon's - Daily rate £64.00
    Half-day sessions - £39.00

    Mini Moon's - Daily rate £61.00
    Half-day sessions - £36.00


    Full Moon's - Daily rate £57.00
    Half-day sessions - £34.00


  • For a more in depth list of fees please contact Jayne


  • Parking
  • At Banana Moon Catterick there is ample parking, directly in front of the building.


Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison Reviews (93)

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Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison has a Review Score of 10 (9.979) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison has 93 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery all the staff are kind caring and very professional, my son has been there only a few months and every day is welcomed with a big smile which makes me at ease when I go to work knowing he is well looked after and happy.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Welcoming environment, caring staff, happy children. What more could we ask for. Both children have attended Banana Moon, my eldest still talks about his time there and the staff he loved. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a nursery.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you for your feedback. It is lovely to hear this.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic staff, lovely nursery. Amazing environment. Management are really approachable. My child is loving being at the nursery. Very happy with how my child is progressing in the short space of time she has been there.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you so much for the feedback, this is lovely to hear.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Always adding changes to the day to keep the little ones entertained.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

What lovely feedback, thank you for this. It always helps reflect and improve practice.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Always attentive, a good amount of activities during the day.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

What lovely feedback, thank you for this. The staff like to read parents' thoughts and feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing! My son's learning has come on really well and made friends. Overall an amazing nursery.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Amazing feedback from you, thank you very much for this.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have had 2 children attend this nursery and they both really enjoy/enjoyed it. The staff are always friendly and approachable.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

That is lovely to hear, thank you for the feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We find Banana Moon is a really good fit for our son. Since he started, he has developed a lot, become a lot more confident around other people, his social skills are developing as well. All the staff are fab and do a great job!

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you for the feedback, the feedback for the Early Years Professionals is lovely to hear.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has only recently started at the nursery. He comes home smiling every time. I decided to send him here so he could gain different skills and learn to interact with other children as due to Covid he has been unable to do so. His confidence has grown. I cannot recommend this nursery enough. The
staff cannot be more kind and helpful.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Lovely to hear such lovely words. Thank you very much.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What an amazing place! My little boy has been going for a few weeks and has struggled with separation anxiety at drop off, yet today he just ran in! No tears, no tantrums! 100% credit to the team for working so well with him and plenty of reassurance for me too! His talking has come on in leaps and
bounds and chatters all day about all the different activities he's been doing and all the food he has eaten. We look forward to his diary, and my boy loves looking back at any pictures that have been taken. Overall, there's always a smiling face at drop off, quick responses to any emails, and such great feedback from the day.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you, it is lovely to hear such feedback from parents.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been going to Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison for way over a year now. They started in mini moons and is now in preschool. She's loved going to Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison, there is so many activities and classes. My child does the French and dance classes which
she loves, Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison have been amazing towards my child. I would recommend the nursery.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison has absolutely helped my daughter develop. She loves going to little school. She walks in with a smile and always leaves with a smile at the end of the day. I cannot praise the staff of Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison enough. The baby moons has had
such a positive impact on my little girl.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

What lovely feedback, thank you. Parents' feedback is very important to the team here.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to the nursery since January 2020. All the staff are extremely professional yet personable. My daughter loves going to Banana Moon and I'm made to feel at ease. Absolutely fantastic!

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you for such lovely feedback, it is fabulous to hear.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has come on leaps and bounds since starting at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison. The staff are amazing. They are always very helpful and the managers are always very prompt in replying to our emails and questions. I love that they take the children out for walks in the pram and do
plenty of messy play as our son loves that kind of thing. Definitely would recommend this nursery to anyone. We can go to work without having to worry if our son is okay because we know he’ll be having the best time!

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you for the feedback, it is lovely to hear the parent's views on our nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very pleased that my child goes to this nursery as they provide a safe environment to learn and play with very friendly staff. They have very good communication and I can ring with any questions when I need. Also at drop off and pick up you are greeted by a member of staff from the room your child
is in. You can ask any questions and they will also update you each day.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you for the wonderful feedback you have given us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An amazing, warm, welcoming and professional nursery. I can't fault them. They also have a soft play inside that my daughter loves. Both my daughters go there full time and I've never once been worried about them.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you for your lovely feedback, the feedback received helps us develop and grow.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Perfect home from home. Both my daughter (2) and son (9 months) attend Banana Moon full time. They have helped my toddler develop into a very intelligent, adventurous and confident little girl. She loves the huge range of activities and learning, and the facilities are second to none. My 9-month-old
little boy joined at 6months and we have been able to continue our breastfeeding journey supported by the nursery. My son loves going in and leans to his teachers to give them a hug. He’s come on so fast and is almost walking. Even though he is so young he gets involved in everything from crafts to painting and all things in between.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you so much for this feedback. It is lovely to hear.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When you move somewhere new it is overwhelming when searching for the right nursery for your child. Here I felt at ease and could ask any questions I had without feeling intimidated or stupid for asking the silliest of questions.
The security system keeps my anxiety low knowing that he is safe, and
with well-trained staff.
The diary we get given is a great factor knowing my child has had his nappy changed and what foods he has or hasn't eaten. Also including the activities, they have done.
I would not hesitate to put any other child in this nursery, it is fantastic, with great communication.
In my child's words every day they finish, 'Mummy I love this school, can I go again'.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you. Feedback is so very important to us here at Banana Moon Catterick.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since starting this nursery my child has come on leaps and bounds. They love attending and I feel happy knowing they spend a majority of their day in a safe, nurturing and secure environment. The staff are always welcoming with any issues or questions.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you so much for this lovely feedback, it is lovely to hear.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to Banana Moon since last year and sending her here was a great decision. The nursery is well managed, the staff are lovely and professional and most of all I feel safe leaving my daughter with them. She always comes away with a smile on her face and has always learnt something
new! Her development has come on so much since she started nursery and we can't thank them enough for everything. Wonderful nursery with great facilities.

Reply from Jayne Garbutt, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Thank you, this is lovely to hear. Feedback is extremely important to our team.


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.979)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.979) out of 10 for Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.979 for Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison is calculated as follows: ( (281 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 287 Ratings = 4.979

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison is based on 24 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 80 number of registered child places is 16, which has been reached with 24 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (26)

Jayne

Jayne Garbutt

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2019

Hi, my name is Jayne and I am the Banana Moon Catterick Nursery manager. I have over 30 years of experience in childcare beginning my career as a childminder, then a nanny, before moving on to work in childcare settings. Over the years, I have supported many children and their families in growing and developing, which I find truly rewarding.


I have a passion for creating homely, warm and welcoming environments, using recycled and repurposed furniture. Constantly reflecting and enhancing the nursery.


Helen

Helen Guard

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2016

Hi, I'm Helen and I am the Deputy Manager. I have worked in childcare for over 20 years and I have worked at Banana Moon Catterick for 8 years.


I have experience caring for children of all ages in the early years sector. I enjoy getting creative with the children and can regularly be found enjoying messy activities with the children in Full Moon. I also enjoy building miniature models and spending time with my husband and dog on long walks.


Abbie

Abbie Meikle

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2021

I have worked in childcare for 14 years and hold a Level 3 qualification. My role is to ensure the curriculum is embedded within the nursery team and I am a big believer that the best way children learn is through play, and the environment we create here at Banana Moon Catterick supports this.


I also enjoy supporting our families, hosting parent workshops, and supporting our families with transitions such as toilet training.


I am a devoted mum and family is so important to me.


Karen

Karen Wasden

Job Title: Cook

Joined: 2020

Karen has been with us for 4 years now and is so important to the running of the nursery.


Previously Karen worked in a school setting, and all of the meals here are homemade, devising the seasonal menus herself.


She also caters for our Stay and Play events and the Christmas Fayre. (Her scones are renowned in Catterick)


Karen has also recently won Culinary Star of the Year, the first ever awarded at our Midnight Moon Awards. So we are so proud of her achievement.


When Karen gets any spare time, she takes part in the local farmer's shows, yes you guessed it, baking up a storm!


She has her Alpacas and is a devoted Gran.


Sarah

Sarah Green

Job Title: Level 3 Early Years Professional - Lunch Cover

Joined: 2016

Sarah has been with us for 8 years now. One of the longest-serving staff members of the team.


She covers all areas of the nursery, including, supporting Karen our cook, in the kitchen for Stay and Play events.


Sarah is a mum to twin girls and is very sociable. Wow, 8 years is an achievement, and we hope she will be with us for many more years to come.


Diane

Diane

Job Title: Cleaner

Joined: 2023

Diane is our cleaner and not just any cleaner, she is fantastic. She always goes over and above in her role and takes great pride in her work.


Her daughter and granddaughter work here also in Baby Moon's and is so nice to have three generations of the same family here.


Christie

Christie Gynne

Job Title: Baby Moon Room Leader - Level 3

Joined: 2023

Christie is one of our Baby Moon’s Room Leaders. She is a busy mum and wife, and her passion is so clear, that her main aim in her role is to ensure all children achieve their best outcomes.


Sara

Sara Withers

Job Title: Level 3 Early Years Professional

Joined: 2019

Sara has a wealth of experience in childcare. She joined us in 2019 and works in our Baby Moon's room and is such an important part of the team.

In her free time, she enjoys Scottish country dancing and enjoys showing the children and team her steps.


Kerry

Kerry Forat

Job Title: Level 3 Apprentice

Joined: 2022

Kerry joined the team in 2022 and works in Baby Moon's.

Kerry has progressed and is now the second in the room, mentored by the Room Leader. She is highly organised and her passion is clearly evident in all she does.


The children and families have built up some wonderful working relationships and everything she does is for them. She is constantly reflecting and growing in her role.


Kerry is one of three family members who work at Banana Moon Catterick, which is lovely.


Claudia

Claudia Kumi

Job Title: Early Years Professional

Joined: 2024

Claudia joined us in late 2024 and is very experienced in childcare.


She is a proud mum and Claudia is getting to know the team and families, predominantly working in Baby Moon's. Welcome to the team Claudia.


Lana

Lana Whelan

Job Title: Level 2 Apprentice

Joined: 2024

Lana is one of our Apprentices and she works alongside the Baby Moon's team.

Lana has grown in confidence over the last few months and always has a smile and a willingness to learn and gain valuable experience from her colleagues.


Lana is creative and enjoys diamond art when she has time, in between working and studying for her apprenticeship.


Sheree

Sheree Forat

Job Title: Level 3 Apprentice

Joined: 2024

Sheree joined us in 2024 as lunch cover. As time went on, it was evident that she enjoyed her role here and after discussions, Sheree agreed to begin an Apprenticeship here with us.
She is now Teenie Moon's Room leader and is an asset to the nursery.
Organised, passionate and dedicated to her role.


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Anne-Marie Todd

Job Title: Level 3 Early Years Professional

Joined: 2024

Anne Marie joined us in 2024, as lunch cover, and has recently increased to mornings, as she has such a dedication and passion for the role.


She can be predominantly found working alongside Sheree in the Teenie Moon's room.


She is a busy mum, but when she gets any free time, she is very creative. She likes to cross stitch and also to be outdoors, getting lots of exercise.


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Kelly Obrien

Job Title: Level 3 Early Years Professional

Joined: 2024

Kelly joined us recently after moving to the area.


She works alongside the Teenie's Room team and getting to know the families and children.


She is a proud mum to her little boy and comes with experience and great knowledge. She enjoys Pilates and walks in the woods.


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Samantha Longstaff

Job Title: Level 2 Early Years Professional

Joined: 2024

Samantha has recently joined us at Banana Moon Catterick and works with the Teenie Moon's.


Samantha is always smiling is a proud mum, and brings great experience to the team.


Natasha

Natasha Caldwell

Job Title: Early Years Professional

Joined: 2024

Natasha joined us in late 2024, and she is getting to know her colleagues and families here. She has been working in Baby Moon's but also supports where needed.


We look forward to seeing you flourish here at Banana Moon.


Lisa

Lisa Brown

Job Title: Mini Moon's Room Leader - Level 3

Joined: 2016

Lisa is one of our longest-serving members of the team. Joining us in 2016, she celebrated her 8th year with us in 2024.


Lisa is one of the Mini Moon Room Leaders and has such a positive attitude to life.


When not at work she loves to spend time with her husband and dog, and is a very good singer too! You can often hear her singing along with the children and has the occasional boogie with them too.

Lisa also hosts our weekly free Stay and lay sessions, for children 0-2 years old..............and likes to get messy!!!!


Michelle

Michelle Botes

Job Title: Mini Moon's Room Leader - Level 3

Joined: 2021

Michelle is one of our Mini Moon's Room Leaders and joined us in 2021 and is also our SEN here at Banana Moon Catterick.


Michelle is very dedicated and developing her practice and is mid-way through her Level 5 in childcare.


Debbie

Debbie Boyle

Job Title: Senior Early Years Professional - Level 3

Joined: 2021

Debbie started her journey with us in 2021. She works alongside Lisa and Michelle in Mini Moons and has so much passion for her role, always thinking of her environments and constantly reflecting on creating inspiring and imaginative provocations and invitations for the children.


She is a devoted mother and grandma and family is everything to her.


Marie

Marie Mudd

Job Title: Level 3 Apprentice

Joined: 2024

Marie joined us in 2024 as an Apprentice and works in Mini Moon's.


Marie is a vibrant and happy person, who is gaining great experience working here and from her colleagues and mentor.


She has a love of animals and we look forward to seeing Marie progress with her apprenticeship here with us.


Kelly

Kelly Beardmore

Job Title: Level 2 Early Years Professional

Joined: 2021

Kelly works alongside the Mini Moon's team. She joined us in 2021 and is very passionate about her role here.

Kelly can often be heard, reading to the children and providing some lovely invitations and provocations for the children.


Kelly adores her dogs and they are an important part of her life. She also enjoys diamond painting in her spare time.


Kasey

Kasey Jones

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2024

Kasey was a parent at the nursery and decided she would like a change of career, so embarked on an Apprenticeship with us.


Kasey is a mum to two children and joined our Mini Moon's staff team. When she is not at work or studying, she enjoys keeping fit and going for regular runs.


Kasey has built up good bonds with the children and families, supported by her mentor and we look forward to seeing Kasey going from strength to strength, developing in her role to become a qualified Early Years Professional.


Theonia

Theonia Granger

Job Title: Full Moon's Room Leader - Level 3

Joined: 2018

Theonia has worked at Banana Moon Catterick for almost 7 years. She is one of the Full Moon's Room Leaders and is very passionate about her role here.


Theonia always has a smile and an infectious laugh, and we look forward to the next 7 years working alongside her.


Sophie

Sophie Scaife

Job Title: Level 3 Early Years Professional

Joined: 2022

Sophie works in our Full Moon's room, supporting the room leaders. Sophie enjoys keeping fit and is very sociable.


Over the last few years, she has built up good working relationships with our families and children in Full Moon and is a Key Person to some of the children. There are many aspects to her role and she is always on hand to offer support if needed around the nursery.


Sophie enjoys reading, listening to music, podcasts and football.


Shannon

Shannon Hillary

Job Title: Level 3 Apprentice

Joined: 2021

Shannon joined us in 2021 and worked in Full Moon's room, for 3 years to 5 years.


Shannon is a mum and has almost completed her studies to become a Level 3 Early Years Professional.


Shannon in her spare time likes to spend it with her family.


Dion

Dion Little

Job Title: Early Years Professional

Joined: 2024

Dion works in Full Moon part-time and started here in 2024. Dion is a mum to her little girl and has built up some lovely relationships with our team and families here.

We look forward to seeing Dion grow and develop with us.