Aspire Nursery Starters 2021-22

Welcome to Truro Learning Nursery 2021-22

Welcome to the Aspire Academy Trust.

Aspire is a vibrant, highly successful and widely recognised Trust determined to raise standards of educational achievement to the very highest levels. We don’t just aim for our children to achieve what is average or expected, but for them to excel both academically and in character.

We live in a global economy that requires our children to be prepared to think both critically and creatively, solve complex problems, and to communicate well. Mastery of the basics: reading, writing, maths and technology is our core purpose, and this sits firmly alongside ensuring our children have well-developed social and emotional skills. Aspire academies have a strong emphasis on the sport, arts and social, moral spiritual and cultural education.

Our 28 schools/academies and 11 nurseries are all an integral part of their local communities and have a real sense of identity. We value the contribution each of our communities makes and the distinctive opportunities and diversity it offers to the Trust. By working in true partnership, we offer exceptional learning experiences to all our children, so they benefit from the strength that being part of the extended Aspire family brings. If you want to learn more about us, then please visit our website at www.aspireacademytrust.org

I look forward to hopefully welcoming you to the Aspire family!

Vanessa Bragg
Aspire CEO

Getting learning off to a flying start.

Aspire nurseries, led by qualified and knowledgeable staff, lay firm foundations for children in their early years. A qualified teacher from each school oversees the curriculum, learning environments and learning outcomes in conjunction with the Nursery Lead. Staff strive to ensure all children have an equal chance of success, informed by knowledge of what can be achieved.

Our nurseries, the children, families, our dedicated teams and the local community, are an integral part of the Aspire Academy Trust. We recognise the need for high quality early education where children flourish through the love and care given by all of our practitioners.

We know the importance for our nurseries to have strong and respectful partnerships with parents so every child can develop during their early years and that everyone plays an active role in ensuring this is successful.

Our number one goal is to ensure all children, within our family of Nurseries, grow stronger and achieve through high-quality early education and the care that we are able to offer.

Helen Bingham BSc(Hons) MEd(Dist)
Aspire Early Years Lead

Welcome to Truro Learning Nursery

My name is Francesca Humberstone and I am the Head of School at Truro Learning Academy and Nursery. I look forward to your child starting at Truro Learning Nursery. I believe in making a difference to every child's life and ensuring they have academic success. I enjoy spending time on the beach and regularly going swimming and surfing. I also enjoy a bit of yoga when I have the time.

My name is Clare Laing. I am the Reception class teacher and Deputy Head at Truro Learning Academy. I have been a teacher for 19 years and most of those years have been spent in Early Years. My passion is teaching children to read and write but I also love to spend time on the beach with my 2 children and 2 dogs. My role in the nursery is to oversee planning and ensure staff have regular and up to date training.

Our Nursery Staff

Hello my name is Cindi and I have been the nursery manager for just over a year, however, have worked with in this setting for the past 6 years. I love my job and enjoy watching the children grow and develop in a nurturing environment. I am a mother of two grown up boys and when not working I love keeping fit and spending time with my family and friends.

Hello my name is Kim and I am the deputy manager within this setting. I have worked in childcare for the past 20 years, caring for a wide range of children ranging from age 3 months to 11 years. I enjoy being creative within the setting and love engaging the children to explore outdoor environments. I am a mum to an 8-year-old boy and in our spare time we enjoy country and coastal walks, and we love collecting sea glass together.

Our Nursery Staff

Hello my name is Emily and I have worked in the setting for the past five years as a nursery practitioner in pre- school room. Throughout my time working in childcare I have gained experience working with children from birth to 11 years. I love my job and seeing how the children I care for learn and develop. I am a mum of a little boy and we have a variety of pets including cats, dogs and chickens to keep us busy. We also love going on walks, cooking and gardening.

Hello, my name is Gemma but people often call me Gem. I have been working with children for just over 10 years now and still love every minute of it! I am very energetic and love to make the children laugh and keep a smile on their face! I collect shells and keep the displayed in a big glass cabinet. I love to ride my motorbike in my spare time, and I am partial to a spot of swimming! I also have a dog who is very loud and her name is Missy Moo!