Little People's Montessori
Victoria Way
London
SE7 7NQ
Our Staff
Practitioners at Little People's Montessori are all dedicated to the children in their care. They strive to provide only the best care and guidance to each and every child. They are all passionate about Montessori and believe fully in the philosophy.
Charlotte Austen
Head Directress
Charlotte's experience of Montessori philosophy started when she was just two years old and attended a Montessori nursery. She had always intended on opening her own Montessori nursery and so upon leaving sixth form at 18, Charlotte enrolled at Montessori Centre International. She qualified as a Montessori directress in 2006 aged 19 and since then has worked in three very different Montessori nurseries.
Whilst working Charlotte enrolled in an Early Childhood course at London Metrolpolitan University and soon gained Early Years Professional (EYP) status.
Charlotte is comitted to extending her own knowledge and skillset to ensure the children in her care are given the very best start to their education.
Emma Langridge Directress
Upon leaving school, Emma decided she wanted to embark on a career in chilcare. In 1994 she qualified with the NNEB, this qualification is equal to an NVQ level 3. She then worked in a daycare setting before becoming a nanny.
Emma has been a nanny for the majority of her adult life, working with children from birth to twelve. This role has provided Emma with great satisfaction. Last year Emma took the decision to start the Early Years degree, as she wanted to gain further insight into child development. Whilst undertaking this she discovered Montessori and has been applying the philosophy at home with her children.
Renata Ogunleye Directress
Renata has worked in childcare for over ten years. She began her career with children as an au pair before becoming a classroom assistant at a Montessori nursery. It was here that Renata discovered a love for Montessori. She decided to embark on a Montessori assistant course. After completing this and gaining further classroom experience, Renata chose to go back to college and train for her Montessori Diploma.
Dekyi Sherpa
Directress
Dekyi is a qualified NVQ3 practioner. She undertook teaching practice in Montessori nurseries and fell in love with the approach. Deyki is beginning her Montessori Diploma course in July.