Meet The Team
Meet our staff at Smiley Faces Day Nursery in Peterborough
Meet our staff at Smiley Faces Day Nursery in Peterborough

Hayley Lightfoot– Director
NNEB 34 years experience
EYPDP-(Early Years professional development programme) 2024
Designated Safeguard Lead
Lindsey Evans– Director
NNEB 32 years’ experience
Designated Safeguard Back up
Behaviour Management Lead
Childcare has always been our passion, and having the privilege of owning our own setting over the last 25+ years has been so rewarding.
We are always looking to further our knowledge and inspire the team here. But the most rewarding part of our job is the daily interactions with the children.

BA Hons Degree in Primary Education (QTS)
Senco level 3
DSL back-up
I have always wanted to work with children. I like helping our children to learn new things and to watch their little personalities grow. It is a great feeling , knowing I can make a difference, even in a small way.

Degree in Primary Education (QTS) BA Hons
Level 6 in Early Years leadership and Management
Sustainability Lead
I have always wanted to work with children. As a child I remember lining up my teddies and taking the register.
Working in early years, each day is different, and I learn something new.

Level 3
Enco lead
Being a part of our children's journey and knowing I have help shape their formative years gives me great satisfaction.
I have always enjoyed helping children reach their potential. My passion is for supporting children's language and communicating skills

Level 3
I love to be messy with the children, exploring lots of sensory and creative experiences.

Level 3
Fire Safety Officer
I love that am able to support the children's development to reach their next steps. There is nothing more rewarding than watching the children master something new.

Level 3
I have always been passionate about working with children, when I was young my mum inspired my decision with the way she supported and cared for children in our family.

Level 2

Level 3
Lynn retired 3 years ago but is here every morning to open up and greet the parents , she supports with breakfast and covers where needed.
I love the bonds I have with the parents/cares and children. Chatting with the children over breakfast and still being part of the team keeps me young.

level 2
I have always wanted to work with children, to help them grow and succeed in their development

Level 2
Our warm, homely environment provides the perfect place for children to explore, play, and grow alongside friends their own age.
Working parents may be entitled (from 9 months) to government-funded childcare. You can check here to see if you can claim.
Contact us to learn more about our baby room and baby care in Peterborough.
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