My name is Gus and I am from the Philippines, I have 2 children a boy and a girl. I started working at Building Blocks in June 2013. I started cooking in 1989 working in various hotels in the Philippines and in England. My passion is cooking and trying new recipes. I love going on holiday to beaches, mountains and caves. I love spending time with my family playing games and watching movies.

My name is Craig, I started Building Blocks in September 2018. I am an arty person and enjoy being creative in my own time. I enjoy working in the kitchen and building new skills. I also enjoy helping and supporting the classrooms and school runs. I enjoy working with children and have experience working as a volunteer as a Cubs helper and training to be an Assistant Club Leader. 

My name is Natalie. I have a NVQ level 3 in child care and have been qualified since 2005. I have been working for Building Blocks since 2011 and have experience in all age groups. I enjoy caring for children and seeing their development progress. I enjoy socialising with friends and family, and going to the theatre. I have two daughters who both attend school, I love spending quality time with them having fun and going on adventures.

My name is Malani and I first started working at Building Blocks in 2013 through a local childcare agency as support cover. I have worked within all classrooms and have enjoyed supporting the different teams, getting to know all the children and supporting their individual needs. I have built some fantastic relationships with the children and their families and love to watch the children grow and develop throughout their time at Building Blocks.

My name is Samantha and I began my Building Blocks journey in February 2023. I previously worked as a hairdresser for 10+ years. I enjoy every aspect of being a mum to my two children, 1 attended the Fulwell Kids Club, which has made me want to pursue a career in childcare. I aspire to helping young children achieve their best and wish to make the nursery environment a happy and inviting place for all. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family and friends, visiting new places, taking care of our pets. I enjoy doing arts and crafts, looking forward to sharing my skills with the children at the nursery!

My name is Laura and I re-joined Building Blocks in July 2023. I am an enthusiastic, professional, and hardworking person. I gained my BIIAB level 3 diploma in children's learning and development in June 2022 and I have over 6 years of experience working with children aged, 6 months of old to 11 years old. Currently I am studying for my BA degree in Physical Education, Sport and Youth Development at St Mary's University. What is important to me, is to help the children to reach their fullest potential by developing their strength in all aspects social, physical, and psychological. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends’ love going on holiday to explore different places and cultures. I am a sporty person and I like to stay active and healthy.

My name is Reema and I started at Building Blocks in January 2020.I have had experiences working with children within schools or nannying and babysitting for friends and family. I am keen to learn how younger children explore and learn and how I can support their learning as an educator. I have an approachable, courteous and determined nature.

My name is Eleanor and I joined Building Blocks in November 2022, I have previously been a nanny and I have my own son who attends Building Blocks also. I love to watch and support children within their development and find it fascinating watching them problem solve and make relationships.

My name is Eleanor Copping and I joined Building Blocks in July 2023. I’m a third year student at Northern Ballet School in Manchester where I am studying for a level 6 diploma. I went to school locally in Teddington and then Esher where I completed my A-levels in Dance, Physics, Math’s and Further Math’s. I have worked in a few jobs in hospitality, but I am excited to get the opportunity to work in childcare and join the Building Blocks team! I am a big advocate for fairness and respect to everyone so I will ensure that this carries through in my role as an Early Years Educator. I think that having a fun work environment is very important to ensure that everyone feels safe and included. In my spare time I love dancing, specifically ballet, I also enjoy being outside in nature as well as doing anything arty or creative.

My name is Jo I have been part of the Building Blocks family since I started my career back in October 2009. I worked full time as a Senior Early Years Educator for ten years until I left to further my education and work in a local school with reception aged children. I hold a BA degree in Teaching and learning level 6. I have enjoyed coming back to Building Blocks to work with old friends and families, who I have watched grow over the past years.

I have an approachable, courteous and determined nature. In my spare time I have a number of hobbies, sewing and crafting or organising homes which I really enjoy. I ride my bike, take my dog out for walks, of relax with a book.



Spending quality time with my friends and family is very important to me

My name is Nada I re-joined Building Blocks in October 2023. I am an enthusiastic, caring, creative and dedicated individual who is passionate in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, my passion is to provide a safe and loving secure space for each child to thrive in, to grow and flourish to their fullest potential. I am currently studying a BA Primary education to become a Primary School Teacher and look forward to putting the theory I have leant into practice. In my spare time I enjoy Spending time with my friends and family, going shopping and travelling.

My name is Steve, I joined Building Blocks in July 2022. I have been a driver since 2001 helping to transport young children and adults from the ages of 5 and onwards to school/centres etc. I have experience with helping SEND children/adults and find this very rewarding making sure they always have a smile on their faces. In my spare time I am a huge Football fan and I enjoy spending time with my friends and family.