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Nursery World Awards 2011: Individuals - Nursery practitioner of the year

Careers & Training
WINNER: Laura Hemsley, nursery practitioner, Kids Planet Day Nurseries, Warrington

Declared 'excellent' by the judges, Laura has overcome her difficulties with learning at school and become an ambitious and competent team player, who excels personally and professionally.

Since starting at Kids Planet Day Nurseries six years ago, she has achieved her NVQ Levels 1, 2 and 3, as well as completing training in first aid and health and safety.

Her manager Amanda Brown says that Laura is a real team player and always deals with any problems that may arise with the utmost professionalism. She often takes the lead in delivering activities and programmes within the setting and motivates staff and parents with, says Amanda, her 'charm and enthusiasm'.

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