Meet the Team
Yvonne Cromie
Position: Area manager
Email: moira@littleraysnursery.com
Tel: 028 92 619001
Our Area Manager is Yvonne Cromie, she has worked at Little Rays since 2016. Yvonne has Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for children care learning and development, Solihull Foundation course, Incredible years parent trainer and paediatric first aid. Yvonne is also our designated child protection officer.
Christine Hooks
Position: Deputy manager
Email: moira@littleraysnursery.com
Tel: 028 92 619001
Our deputy manager and preschool leader is Christine Hooks, she has worked at Little Rays since March 2007. Christine has a Level 5 in Childcare, Learning and Development, Level 3 in management, Early Movers certificate, Level 3 special needs, foundation sign language, ACES level 1 and 2, and pediatric first aid. Christine is also our designated child protection officer.
Emma Hannon
Position: Deputy Manager
Email: moira@littleraysnursery.com
Tel: 02892619001
Our Deputy Manager Emma Hannon, she has worked at Little Rays since May 2013. Emma has over 13 years’ experience in working with children. Emma is completing her Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for children care learning and development. Emma also has paediatric first aid and is a designated child protection officer.
Natash Vance
Position: Deputy Manager
Email: moira@littleraysnursery.com
Tel: 02892619001
Natasha Vance is our Deputy Manager and a valued member of the Little Rays team. She holds a PGCE in Primary Education and a Forest School Level 3 qualification, bringing a strong educational background and a passion for outdoor learning to her role. Natasha is Paediatric First Aid trained and serves as a Designated Child Protection Officer, helping to ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and care for all children. She is dedicated to supporting high-quality learning experiences and works closely with the team to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.
Lauren Mount
Position: Manager
Email: moira@littleraysnursery.com
Tel: 02892619001
Lauren Mount is our Manager and has been a valued member of the Little Rays team since March 2019. She holds a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children’s Care, Learning and Development and brings strong leadership and expertise to her role. Lauren is Paediatric First Aid trained and serves as a Designated Child Protection Officer, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and care for all children.
