My name is Leanne, and I’m originally from the beautiful city of Carlisle in England. I moved to the UAE in 2011, first living in Dubai for 18 months before settling in Abu Dhabi, which I now proudly call my second home.

My journey in Early Years education began as an FS1 teacher, a role that I absolutely loved. There’s nothing more rewarding than helping young children blossom, discover their talents, and develop new ones. This passion now drives me to create the same enriching environment for the amazing team I work with.

I’ve been in nursery management since 2013, and it’s an absolute joy to lead a team of dedicated Educators who share my passion for child development. Together, we create exceptional learning experiences for our children. I’m incredibly proud of the team we’ve built at Jigsaw Nursery-each individual brings something special to our nursery, making it a happy, secure place where children feel valued.

I also deeply value building meaningful partnerships with parents, as I believe they are key to a child’s success in the early years. Working alongside parents ensures that children gain the most from their early education, and that’s something I’m committed to.