Our team
Hannah is supported by a dedicated team of experienced, caring staff who are all skilled at intuitively tuning in to each child’s needs. We maintain a high ratio of staff to children (a maximum of 3:1 for children under two and 1:1 for babies) so that staff can focus their full attention on the children. All staff are fully insured, DBS checked and paediatric first aid trained.
Hannah Rosalie
Owner
I grew up in a cedar shingled bungalow, down a lane in the heart of the Sussex countryside. Summer holidays were spent playing in the woods and fields with my brother and helping out at our neighbours farm. Nature is a part of who I am, wild food, crafts and preserving are big hobbies, but most of all I love children, love teaching and my vision is to create a warm and enriching Early Years environment where children feel safe, heard and valued.
Further education took me to Wales, a degree in Marine Biology, a growing enthusiasm for conservation and teaching, a move to Cumbria, an advanced Forest Schools qualification and Diploma in Informal Education, and full circle back to Sussex to start a family.
Leanna Little
Nursery Manager
Barn Cottage
Leanna has cared for children for ten years now in various roles including nursery educator, private nanny and an au pair abroad. She has a passion for child psychology and believes children should be nurtured and cared for in the most loving and patient ways. She understands the huge importance of play outdoors promoting children’s curiosity and creativity and all round well being. She is currently covering Caitlin’s maternity leave as Barn Cottage manager. Leanna is also available for evening baby sitting and daytime nannying.
Fran Blunden
Nursery Manager
Seasons Nursery
Catlin Lelliott
Deputy Manager
Zara Daniels
Early Years Educator
Seasons Nursery
Zara is passionate about children and the outdoors. Having completed a degree in education, Zara gained experience in a variety of settings before settling at Seasons and is working towards her level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.
Cat Booker
Deputy Manager
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Danni
Early Years Educator
Seasons Nursery
[CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE]
Danni is passionate about children and animals and loves being outdoors in nature so Seasons was a natural fit when Danni was looking for a new role within Early Years. Danni is a keen ambassador for farm school with previous experience in animal care, never misses a trip to groom the goats or walk the ponies! Danni's hobbies include her two cats, seeing her friends and family and spending time at home. "I really enjoy forest school, arts and crafts, messy play, reading stories and singing songs." Danni is currently studying to achieve level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.
Danni is available for evening babysitting work and nannying during the holidays 07972732912
April Greenfield
Early Years Educator
Barn Cottage
April is our Early Years Level 3 Apprentice at Barn Cottage. She brings with her a calm and nurturing presence to our days here at Barn Cottage. April is happy to help out during the holidays and is available for evening babysitting work.
Rob Gilliland
Forest School Practitioner
Seasons Nursery
Rob is a fully qualified and experienced Science Teacher. "Over the past 16 years, I have honed my
expertise in the classroom, inspiring and educating young minds to appreciate and excel in the
sciences. I hold Qualified Teacher Status with a PGCE in Science Education from Sussex University, alongside a Master’s in Education from Chichester University, and a First-Class Honours degree in Chemistry from the University of Manchester. I have recently made the decision to move away from classroom based teaching but still wish to dedicate my working life to educating and inspiring young people"
Rob has joined us as Forest School Apprentice, to train under the expertise of Daisy and Matt from Bluebell Bushcraft.
Sophie Simpson
Early Years Educator
Barn Cottage
With previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant in schools, Sophie is our Early Year Level 3 Apprentice at Barn Cottage. She is now at Barn cottage full time and nannying/ helping at Seasons during the holidays. “It is lovely to work in a small setting as you get to know the children really well and see them grow throughout their time with us. I enjoy setting up activities for the children to explore and observing how they interact with it.” Sophie is available for evening babysitting work and nannying during the holidays.
Caitlin Halliday
Nursery Manager
Barn Cottage
CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE
Caitlin joined Seasons in 2024 having worked in Early Years for nearly 10 years. "I’ve worked for West Sussex in social services which has given me a hands on insight in how to deal with child protection and safeguarding. My favourite part about working in childcare is being a part of watching children grow, reach their milestones, working closely with parents and being part of one big family. I don’t have children yet but would love to have my own family one day. In my free time I enjoy walks with my partner and dog Medusa, the gym and practise yoga."
Tasmin Halford
Early Yeasr Educator
Barn Cottage
Tasmin has experience working with children in a variety of roles. She has supported her parents in their role as foster carers, worked in previous nursery and school club settings, and has been a children’s entertainer for ten years. In addition to her role at Barn Cottage, Tasmin owns and runs her own children’s party business. She particularly enjoys spending time with the children, reading stories, and singing songs. Outside of work, Tasmin is the Chair of a local theatre company, where she both directs and acts in productions. She enjoys spending her (little!) free time, with her friends and family.
Millie Jarvis
Early Yeasr Educator
Barn Cottage
Millie is an experienced worker in childcare and has such a passion within this career. She has been fully qualified for 9 years and has worked in childcare over this period, within nursery settings and private nannying. Millie has worked with all ages including with newborns alongside their families/carers. Millie has a passion to support families and their children and enjoys making children’s day to day life/play educational and fun. She believes there is something very special about looking after children, watching them grow and hit new milestones each day. Millie lives by the sea with her husband, little boy and their Jack Russell. She loves spending time with her friends and family, going on lots of dog walks and exploring the world.
Bex Winstone
Early Years Educator
Seasons Nursery
Hannah Bates
Early Years Educator
Seasons Nursery
Matt Throup
Early Years Apprentice
Seasons Nursery