Little Thinkers Nursery
Welcome to Little Thinkers, where we nurture young minds and foster a love for learning from an early age. Our nursery provision is designed to provide a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for children to explore, discover, and grow.
Our Mission
At Little Thinkers, our mission is to support the holistic development of every child. We believe in creating a foundation for lifelong learning through play-based activities, structured learning, and personalised care.
Governance and Leadership
Little Thinkers is overseen by a dedicated team of non-executive directors who play a crucial role in our governance structure. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and expertise to ensure that our nursery provision operates at the highest standards.
Role of Non-Executive Directors
Non-executive directors at Little Thinkers are responsible for:
Name | Role | Declaration | Appointed By | Date of Appointment | Stepped Down |
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Lee Miller | Non-Executive Director | TSAT Deputy CEO | Trust Board | 18.06.2015 | 23.01.2026 |
Sonia Nickerson | Non-Executive Director | TSAT Employee | Trust Board | 07.04.2022 |
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Anna Webb | Non-Executive Director | TSAT Employee | Trust Board | 24.01.25 |
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Kirstie Jones | Non-Executive Director | TSAT Employee. Governor at Thames View School. | Trust Board | 26.05.24 |
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Tracy Downer | Non-Executive Director | No business interests to declare | Trust Board | 01.05.2025 |
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Gerard Newman | Non-Executive Director | TSAT Chair of Trustees Rainham Mark Education Trust – Member Oxon Global Inc. – CEO OxG Consulting Ltd – Director Oxon Global Consulting Ltd (PVT) – Director Hudson and Hayes Ltd - Strategic Advisor | Trust Board | 08.10.2025 |
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Kelly Denton | Non-Executive Director | TSAT Employee | Trust Board | 23.01.2026 | |
Tim Stephens | Non-Executive Director | Owner of Acorns Pre-School and currently a TSAT AGB Governor | Trust Board | 30.03.2026 |
Non-Executive Director | No. of Meetings Attended – 2025-26 |
Lee Miller | 1/1 |
Sonia Nickerson | 3/3 |
Anna Webb | 1/3 |
Kirstie Jones | 1/3 |
Tracey Downer | 2/3 |
Kelly Denton | 2/2 |
Gerard Newman | 2/2 |
Tim Stephens | 1/1 |
