MEET THE TEAM
Elsie
Manager, Paediatric First Aider, Safeguarding Officer/CPO
Elsie started working at Abacus, in 2007, as a Key worker and took over the manager's position in 2016. She has acquired over 30 years over teaching experience both in the UK and Sri Lanka. She holds a level 4 in Childcare and is working towards a BA in Early Childhood Studies. Elsie is also fluent in Tamil and Sinhala.
Tracey
Deputy Manager, Paediatric First Aider, SENCO
Tracey joined Abacus in February 2018 and became the deputy manager in September 2018. She holds an OFSTED recognised Level 3 early years qualification and has over 15 years of experience working with children.
Shrutee Shrestha
Administrator, Paediatric First Aider
Shrutee became part of our team in 2016. In addition to English, Shrutti can also speak Nepalese and Hindi.
Sumi
Key Worker, Paediatric First Aider
We welcomed Sumi into our team in February 2017. She has previously worked in a day nursery and has achieved a Level 3 in Childcare. Sumi is able to communicate in Nepalese and Hindi.
Iresha
Key Worker
Iresha joined our team after completing her work placement with us in September 2021. She has completed her level 3 in Childcare.
Tuba
Key Worker
Tuba joined our team in September 2022, after completing her work placement with us. She his currently working towards her level 3 in Childcare.
Caroline
Key Worker, Paediatric First Aider
Caroline is our most senior member of staff having worked in Abacus for over 20 years. She holds a Level 3 in Childcare.
Shadiah
Key Worker
Shadiah has recently joined our team. She has successfully completed level 2 in Childcare and is working towards her CASHE level 3.
Najoua
Key worker, Paediatric First Aider
Najoua has been doing her placement with Abacus for some time, she officially joined the team in September 2019. In addition to English, Najoua can speak Arabic and French.