In celebration of 10 years of Kent Family Nurseries, on our recent inset day we wanted to do something special to recognise and commemorate the hard work and dedication that our staff show every day. Each nursery put forward nominees for various awards and the winners were carefully selected by our senior management team. We also had two special awards for our ‘Inspirational Manager’ and ‘Best Team Player’ which were voted for by the team.

The Creativity Award – Olivia Barry, Monkey Puzzle Angel

For the person who demonstrates excellent creativity in their ideas and activities.

Motivational Room Leader Award – Maria Martin, Monkey Puzzle Ridgmont Road

For the Room Leader who always inspires the team with their positive attitude.

The Batman & Robin Award – Kayleigh Barrett and Lexi Henderson, Monkey Puzzle Melody Lane

For the best Room Leader and Deputy Room Leader partnership.

Culinary King/Queen Award – Plange Kwatei, Monkey Puzzle Highbury

For the best Chef or Kitchen Assistant who goes above and beyond in the kitchen

The Butterfly Award – Alessandra Perreca, Monkey Puzzle Ridgmont Road

For the person who has embraced challenge, spread their wings and thrived!

The Inspirational Manager Award (voted by the team) – Elyne Missinne, Monkey Puzzle Melody Lane

For the manager who always goes above and beyond for their nursery and the wider team. Who has a strong focus on their own individual development goals and is always a positive role model with consistently high expectations for themselves and the team!

The Best Team Player Award (voted by the team) – Mumtahina Rahman, Monkey Puzzle Orient Close

For the person who always goes the extra mile to support the wider team across the nursery.

Sprinkle of Magic Award – Rachel Cannon, Group Operations Director

For sprinkling their magic wherever they go and always being such an inspiration to the network!

Polished Diamond Award – Cristina Lopez, Monkey Puzzle Angel

For the person who has developed the most in their role since starting with us.

MasterChef bake off Winner – Matt Hall, Monkey Puzzle Orient Close

Each of our Nursery Chef’s prepared a delicious dessert which was then judged by the members of the Kent Family. Matt prepared some pizza desserts which included Eton Mess, Millionaire Shortbread and Peach Cobbler toppings!  He also asked the children at MP Orient Close to decorate the pizza boxes!

Supportive Deputy Room Leader Award – Alisa Seferi, Monkey Puzzle Highbury

For the Deputy Room Leader who is the most supportive to their team.