Meet The Staff
Sarah Badham – EYFS Lead
Hi, I am Mrs Badham and I am Head of Early Years, including Little Chestnuts and the Reception Year within Woodmancote School. I am also the deputy Headteacher.
My favourite book is ‘Owl Babies’.
Rebecca Zanelli – Pre-school Co-ordinator
Hello, my name is Mrs Zanelli and I am the Little Chestnuts Pre-School Co-ordinator. I am a qualified teacher and have previously worked in both pre-school and Reception. I adore creating fun spaces for children to explore and supporting them to develop a love of learning. I enjoy all traditional tales, but my favourite is Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
Hollie Hall – Pre-school Assistant
Hi, my name is Mrs Hall. I joined Little Chestnuts in September 2023. I have been working with children aged between 5months – 10years old for 20 years, alongside having 3 children of my own. I enjoy working with children because I like being part of their journey and helping them to learn and grow.
My favourite children’s story to read is, ‘There’s an ouch in my pouch’.
Amy Rosaman – Pre-school Co-ordinator
Hello my name is Miss Rosaman. I worked at Woodpeckers (afterschool club) until joining the Little chestnuts’ team in September 2019. I enjoy messy play and helping children learn and grow. You can usually find me on the craft table! My favourite children’s book is ‘Monkey puzzle’.
Letitia Coltman – Pre-school Assistant
Hello my name is Miss Coltman. I am a qualified practitioner that completed my apprenticeship at Little Chestnuts. I have worked at Little Chestnuts since March 2022 and I also work at Woodpeckers (the after school club). I love reading the children their favourite books and watching their imaginations grow. My favourite book is The tiger who came to tea’.
Natalie Gratton – Apprentice Pre-school Assistant
Hi, I’m Miss Gratton. I started my Preschool apprenticeship at Little Chestnuts in April 2025. I love being part of a fun and supportive setting, helping children learn, grow, and build confidence every day. My favourite children’s book is ‘Funnybones’.
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