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Meet Our Team
Our dedicated team at Arbor Green Nursery is composed of passionate educators who are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow. Each member brings a unique set of skills and experiences to create a diverse and inclusive learning community. The artwork displayed in this section is drawn by the children at Arbor Green, showcasing their creativity and imagination.

Manager
Angie
​I have been part of the Arbor Green Family since 2010. During this time, I have completed a BA in Childhood Practice and have attended many Froebel conferences which is an approach I am very passionate about. I love the outdoors and enjoy discos in the garden with the kids.

Manager
Nikkie
I've been part of the Arbor Green family since 2013 and I have achieved my BA in Childhood Practice. I'm passionate about outdoor learning and feel very lucky that we have such a vibrant environment to teach our children in.

Senior Nursery Practitioner
Sammy
I have been at Arbor Green Nursery since 2019 and have my SVQ level 3 in Childcare.
​Originally from South Africa I came to Edinburgh in 2018 with a passion for dancing, art and of course teaching children.

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Louise
I have been at Arbor Green Nursery since 2012 and have an SVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development. Outside of nursery I enjoy reading a variety of novels.

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Aimee
I have an SVQ Level 3 in Childcare and have been at Arbor Green since 2019.
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Arbor Green is such a fun place to work as you get to see the children enjoying themselves whilst learning at the same time.

Chef
Raffa
I cook and prepare healthy snacks and lunches for the children on a daily basis using the fresh produce grown at Arbor Green.
I have been apart of the Arbor Green family since 2017.

Handyman
Ritchie
I have been at Arbor Green Nursery since 2017 and am multi talented in various trades including vehicle mechanics, especially my old Volvos.
I enjoy playing the bass, listening to all kinds of music, walking my dog & telling my terrible jokes to anyone who'll listen.

Admin
Nicola
I have been at Arbor Green Nursery since 2021 and i'm the office administrator.I work remotely so you won't see me Outside of work, I love spending time with my little boy, who shares my passion for nature and would have loved to have been part of the Arbor Green Family.

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Kirsten
In June 2019 I completed my HNC in Childhood Practice and started working at Arbor Green in November 2019.
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Outside of nursery I enjoy going to music concerts with my friends.
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Leon
Gardener
I'm Leon the gardener, also known affectionately as "Leon Potato"or "Mr Potato Head"by the children. I run workshops with the kids and can often by found wheelbarrowing compost around. I have 2 children who also love growing stuff on our allotment.

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Andrea
At the start of 2019 I completed my HNC in Childhood Practice and by October I was working at Arbor Green Nursery.
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Outside of nursery I enjoy finding new walks to explore with my dog, Benji.

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Denise M
Hey, my name is Denise and I am originally from Wales. I have been part of the AG team since April 2023. I have recently achieved my HNC Childhood Practice and have over two years experience working with children.

Nursery Practitioner Assistant
Raine
I love being part of the nursery and seeing children’s faces light up when they discover something new. I enjoy joining in their games, encouraging their ideas, and making each day fun and full of learning.

Outdoor Nursery Assistant
Denise L
I’m a Nursery Assistant and I love working with children. I enjoy helping them learn new things, build their confidence, and have fun while they play and explore. It’s wonderful to be part of a caring team supporting the children each day.

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Viktoria
I’ve been working at Arbor Green Nursery since 2021, as I have a passion for the care of children with a mission to develop and support their growth. In my free time, I love being lost in DIY and reading.I am currently working towards my SVQ level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Poppy
My name is Poppy, and I have recently moved to Stockbridge after completing my Level 3 childcare qualification in Bristol. I love working with children and helping them reach their milestones. When I'm not working, I love spending time with my family and friends.

Cleaner
Marie
​I started volunteering in Edinburgh at 14, later trained in knitwear design, and worked as a machinist before moving into healthcare. I spent 15 years as an auxiliary nurse and the last 20 in social and palliative care with the council. I enjoy knitting, crocheting, art, and family life.

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Hayln
Hayln has recently joined our team . We're thrilled to have Hayln on board and look forward to seeing their contributions grow

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Abby
Abby works in the Bouncing Bunnies room and loves being part of such a warm and creative nursery family. She has been in childcare for 5 years. This September, she will be starting a BA in Childhood Practice at the University of Edinburgh.

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Aimee S
​Hi, I’m Aimee and I have 5 years experience working in childcare. I have my level 3 in early childhood education. In my spare time I like to spend time with my nephews and taking my dog on walks down at the beach

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Anais
I'm Anais. I grew up in Burgundy with lots of pets. After my studies in Paris I was an Aupair in the the Highlands for 2 years. When I'm not working you can find me thrifting in flea markets and charity shops

Outdoor Nursery Assistant
Anya
​I'm Anya. I just finished my last year in secondary school. I went to Arbor Green when I was younger and now really enjoy working here. I like to spend my free time with friends and family. If I'm not at school or working , I love to go shopping for music in charity shops along portobello or Stockbridge

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Soumya
I left Arbor Green in June 2021 to move overseas but couldn't be happier to be back. I have my SVQ 3 in childcare and enjoy working with children. When not at work I love spending time with my family.

Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Luca
I have a BSc in Psychology and an HNC in Childhood Practice, with a special interest in outdoor play!
In my spare time I enjoy crafts, like embroidery or sewing, reading and recently started getting into gardening.

Outdoor Nursery Assistant
Mary
I’m a Nursery Assistant and I really enjoy working with children. I love helping them learn, grow, and have fun each day. It’s lovely being part of a team that creates a happy and caring environment for the children.

Outdoor Nursery Assistant
Oriana
Hi, I’m Oriana.
I’m passionate about supporting children as they explore, play, and discover new things every day. I love creating fun, engaging activities that help them grow, learn, and feel confident in a happy and caring environment.