Meet our team
I’d like to share a little about myself and the journey which has led me to open Mulberry Bush Pre-school…
As mother to two children (George and Evie), when I went on maternity leave in 2006 I realised I had an opportunity to do something I had wished to pursue for a long time: to work with children.
I decided to start my own childminding business (Mulberry Bush Childminding). It was a wonderful experience. My practice was recognised as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ setting, with a reputation within the local community for delivering personally tailored childcare of the very highest standard. Mulberry Bush Childminding provided a diverse learning environment with the highest importance placed on learning through play. Those were some of my most cherished years, and my family and I made lots of little friends along the way.
The last Ofsted Inspector to Mulberry Bush Childminding recommended that I go into teaching, and I applied successfully as a Teaching Assistant at my local primary school. I have since spent two years there and have thoroughly enjoyed working in a school environment, supporting children in their learning whilst gaining valuable experience and support from a wonderful team of dedicated Teachers.
Having missed working with pre-school children — and all the fun that it entails — I decided to use my Early Years Foundation knowledge, alongside the invaluable experience gained from working within a school environment, to launch a fantastic pre-school of my very own. Mulberry Bush Pre-school is now an exciting reality and I look forward to inviting you and your precious children into our vibrant and engaging pre-school in Harold Hill.
Dawn Humphries — Owner/Manager
