Meet Our Nursery Team

My name is Lola, I am the nursery manager. I have worked at Turtles for 7.5 years now, fulfilling many roles from roon leader,fire safety officer, designated safeguarding lead,SENCO, Deputy Manager all before my newest role as nursery manager last year. I have been working and training in childcare since the age of 15, when I completed my first work experience in a school nursery setting. From here on, I always knew I wanted to work with children, see them grow, develop and achieve amazing milestones everyday! It is such a selfless and satisfying job role. I hold a Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and care, Level 3 Leadership and Management qualification, as well as several online CPD courses regarding health, childcare, child development, safeguarding, SEND, food hygiene and more. I became a mum in 2022, to my son Ramie, which has been amazing! Experiencing motherhood first hand, along with the highs and lows it is the most rewarding job. I have a very close family network that all live and work in the area of Covent Garden and have done for many years. We are all very close and enjoy spending lots of time together in and around the area.

My name is Daisy and I am the deputy manager at Turtles, also working full time in the ocean room. I hold a level 3 diploma in Early years Education and Care, and I am currently studying Leadership and Management. I joined the Turtles team three years ago now and have loved the journey so far. The most rewarding part of the job is being a part of the children's lives from their first steps to going to school and beyond! Turtles has been a great experience to grow in my profession taking on a number of roles in different areas. From a young age I was always the ‘babysitter’ of the family which I didn't mind as I loved looking after all the kids! From the age of 15 I spent summers in nurseries gaining experience. I took some time off after my A - Levels to travel for a bit and when i returned got straight back into nursery life! I live in Covent Garden with my family and fiancee. I have always lived in Covent Garden and never knew such a lovely little nursery existed, hidden away!

My name is Natasha Pugh, I am 36 years old. I live with my fiancé in Covent Garden, and we have 2 children together aged 8 and 6. I come from a big family and have always lived in Central London. I have 3 younger brothers and 31 cousins so from a young age I have always been around children. From the age of 17 I started my training in childcare achieving my level 2, level 3 and a degree in early years education. I worked in a primary school in Fulham for 8 years working in the nursery and reception class. I then worked in a private nursery in Fulham for 2 years as a room leader. For the last 4 years I have been working at Turtle’s nursery. I am extremely close to my family and love to spend as much off my free time as I can with them making memories and watching my two girls and my niece and nephew grow up together. I love to explore our beautiful London city visiting all the wonderful parks we have to offer.

Hi my name is Samantha and i am working in the pebbles room. I have been working at Turtled for the past five years. I started my career as a teenager, doing babysitting jobs for friends and working as a nancy, traveling the world and working for a famous photographer, Tommy McGee. I have worked at the local primary school for 14 years previously. I was born in Covent garden and have lived here my whole life. I have three lovely daughters, my eldest Beth, who works at the nursery. My whole life I have been caring for and working alongside children - which I just love!

Hi, I am charmaine. I have been working at Turtles since the day it opened, 10 years ago. I was the very first employee. Before working at turtles, I was a nanny for several different families. in particular, an American family for 5 years. Over the last two years I have spent some time also working at our sister nursery, Mara. I spend most of my free time between London and Manchester as I have family there. I love going out with friends to restaurants, and going to the theater. I enjoy varied music. I love working at Turtles because the children are such a joy to be with, and they brighten up my day.

Hi, my name is Sam and I am level 3 qualified in childcare & education. I have worked in childcare for 5 years now and I love helping and watching the children develop and grow. From a young age I have always known I have wanted to work with children and learn more about their development. I have a keen interest in working in Special Education Needs and look forward to learning more in my SENCO course. I have just joined the turtles team and I am really loving it! Everyone is very friendly. I live locally with my fiance and his nan and our dog, diesel. I have spent some time in Ocean room getting to know the children, staff and parents and I am now spending some time in the pebbles room. I can’t wait to see all the exciting things we will get up to!

Hi, I am Johanah, I am L3 student apprentice at Turtles Nursery. I am Indonesian and live locally since 4 years and recently moved to Covent Garden which have an amazing neighborhood. Back in Indonesia I worked in the Childcare called "Rumah Kita" for more than 15 years. Working with children is my first job and I always been fascinated by their development and watching children growing up is an everyday learning. I came across to Turtles when I was looking for a placement for completing my work experience as requirement for my course. Here the staff are amazingly welcomed me, guide me and making me learn as well as giving me confident. I still looking forward to learn more from my little friends here at Turtle and explore more together. Thank you for the opportunity.

Hi my name is Drite. I am originally from ALbania where I studied economic finance. I moved to London in 2015 with my husband, and we went on to have two beautiful boys. Since moving, I have completed courses in English and level 3 teaching assistant. I am currently studying teaching and learning level 3 I first came to Turtles as a parent with my two sons. I loved seeing how open, polite and friendly the team was - making me feel so comfortable as a parent that I wanted to join the team myself! I started as a 1:1 SEND staff last January and have since joined the ocean room team as a practitioner. I love having an input into the children's learning and development and seeing them thrive

Hi my name is Sadia. I am currently completing my level 3 apprenticeship. I grew up in London and have four younger siblings, who I have been caring for since the age of 13. I love and adore my younger siblings, watching them grow and develop into amazing young people. I enjoy working as part of a team at Turtles Nursery and being able to support the children here and be part of their journeys as they grow and develop.