Susan Fleming

Owner and Early Years Professional and Graduate Teacher

My husband and I founded Moss Side Nursery in 1989 and I have worked here in some capacity ever since, only diversifying with a little bit of inspection work ( to keep the nursery up to speed) and teaching French and German in my spare time, my original passion before discovering the appeal of the early years!

At play… I am happiest spending time with my husband and our family. I share an interest in sport with our children and grandchildren, still enjoying a game of badminton or tennis and swimming. I like all sorts of music, eating out, going to the theatre and spending time outdoors.

Laura Larsen

Level 6 Early Years Professional

I have worked at Nursery since 1999. In my role as Manager I am extremely motivated and full of fun. I lead by example, working closely with my team and my own group of children. I work well with other professionals and families in my role as Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), and as Forest School Leader I enjoy my time outdoors with the children exploring the natural world together through real hands on experiences.

At play… At my house I have a husband and two daughters who all keep me very busy. I enjoy my children’s hobbies, dancing, swimming, music and motor biking. I love visiting the theatre, going on long walks and weekend breaks in our caravan.

Karyn Hatton

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

I have worked at Moss Side Nursery for several years now. I have worked with children of all ages and have previously worked with children with special educational needs on a 1:1 basis. I love working with the babies and seeing how they explore and learn.

At play…

I enjoy travelling to Honolulu where my son lives. I thoroughly enjoy walking my dogs and watching the seasons change with my husband.

Sam Twist

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

I have worked at Nursery for over twenty years. I am the Nursery cook and being an Early Years Practitioner I am keen the have the children helping out. Together we bake, cook, grow healthy foods and add our scraps to the compost.

At play…

With my son I enjoy swimming and going on bike rides. I enjoy going to the gym, cinema and family meals out.

Karen Parkinson

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

I have worked at Nursery for over ten years with a range of children aged from nine months to older children in our After School Club. I now work with the toddlers where I love to get stuck in to messy play with the children and explore the outdoors.

At play…”The Farmer wants a wife”…

I live with my husband and my son and daughter. Being a real Farmers’ wife I have a love of farming and can often be found driving a tractor or milking cows. I like visiting the library and feeding the ducks with my children.

Janet Lord

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

I worked in my previous role at a government Child care setting for 30 years and now retired I have worked part time in the baby room at Moss Side Nursery since April 2016. I interact with the babies through a wide range of activities and I love watching them develop and learn new skills.

At play…

I love to travel, especially to Abu Dhabi where my daughter lives and works. I enjoy spending time with my extended family, eating out, cooking, gardening, walking and DIY.