Newton Lang launched in 2011 and is an independent setting operating Breakfast and After School clubs in Crowborough, Tonbridge, High Hurstwood and Uckfield. We are fortunate to have access to amazing facilities in all our locations, perfect to inspire young minds.
Breakfast and After School Clubs.
Holiday Clubs.
We currently run Holiday Clubs on all half term breaks and over the Summer with the exception of Christmas. All children are welcome to join our Holiday Clubs.
Little Fireflies Nursery.
Our Nursery is based at High Hurstwood Village Hall in High Hurstwood and is open to children aged 2 to 5. For more information on the nursery school, please click below.
Our Staff
We promote employment of a varied mix of employees, differing in age groups and background, as in our experience we feel that this makes for the best blend and a team who is able to each contribute different qualities and experiences.
Each individual planned to work within the setting has something different to offer and we have a rigorous safe recruitment programme to ensure appropriate checks have been carried out for all new staff.
All staff at Newton Lang Childcare are DBS checked and have completed Statutory Training including Safeguarding, Child Protection & Manual handling. Most of our staff are Paediatric First Aid trained
We are always looking for new staff in all areas so please contact us if you are interested in helping out at the club.
Natalie Lang
Debbie Buchner
Debbie is a Director and company owner. Debbie has over 25 years of teaching experience and oversees the nursery and out-of-school clubs.
Stacey Felton
Stacey is a Crowborough deputy manager and has over 20 years of experience working in Crèches and Nurseries. Stacey is caring, calm, and patient with children that need extra care. Stacey is Level 3 and Paediatric First Aid trained.
Tamara Lake
Tamara is a Crowborough deputy manager. Tamara has high energy and keeps things buzzing at the club. She is our Designated Safeguarding Lead in Crowborough
Aries Lee
Aries has been with the club since its inception and is our arts & crafts guru. Aries is Level 3 and Paediatric First Aid trained.
Michelle Pritchard-Davies
Michelle is bank staff and works at our holiday clubs. Michelle has many years experience working as a teaching assistant in primary schools, and also in nurseries and preschools. Michelle is currently a TA at a local Crowborough School. Michelle has two teenage daughters and a son.
Nicole Vasilev
Nicole manages the Claremont setting and works in the nursery school. Nicole has been in the education industry for more than 10 years, she is enthusiastic and passionate about what she does, and her number one priority is to ensure that the children are safe, having fun and learning through play.
Lyn Barnbrook
Lyn is a deputy manager. She has over 20 years of experience working in Nursery, Primary and Secondary School settings, she has also worked in both Wrap-around Care and Holiday Play Club Services. Lyn specialises in supporting pupils with SEN and is Level 3 trained.
Hafsa Amed
Hafsa is a mum of one child who attends Claremont. Hafsa brings energy and kindness to the club and loves nothing more than joining in with indoor and outdoor play.
Flo Bardsly
Flo has worked in childcare since 2016 when she qualified as an early years practitioner. Flo has a kind and caring nature and is well suited to a more gentle approach to childcare and is always up for messy play activities, getting outside and learning about nature.
Uzma Bhalwani
Uzma has 11 years experience working with children, specializing in working with children who have special needs and disabilities.
BB Prevost
BB is an assistant at our Uckfield setting. BB is currently studying art at college and assists in a local florist on a Saturday morning.
Carolyn Dives
Carolyn has been working in schools for many years and started at Newton lang as bank staff and now works most days. Carolyn is trained in paediatric first aid and is full of energy. Carolyn is a midday supervisor at Sir Henry Fermor and has been assisting at the After School Club for many years.
Mat Buchner
Mat is bank staff and works at our holiday clubs. Mat has been helping at our clubs for over 10 years. Mat is very active and is often spotted playing football or other outdoor activities with the children.
Talullah
Talullah is a teaching assistant at Sir Henry Fermor School and is also training to be a teacher. Tallulah brings energy and excitement to the club making it a fun place where children enjoy themselves.
Bonnie Hankin
I have worked within early years for over 25 years and in that time I have developed a true passion for this stage of a child’s learning. I have been a deputy manager for many years and also managed my own setting.
Gweneth Gauld
Working with children has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember and I’ve never considered doing anything else.
Lily Rouse
I am currently studying dance at university after working as a dance teacher of all ages for 3 years. I have been around young children all my life and enjoy helping and watching them learn and grow.
Abbie Tester
Abbie is the manager of Little Fireflies, Uckfield. Her interest in children’s development led her to pursuing further studies becoming a certified Early Years Professional and Forest School Leader.
Louise Foster
Louise is fun, caring and seeks to encourage the best out of children by offering them a variety of experiences through Play. Louise has a Level 2 NVQ for teaching assistants and has worked in schools, nursery schools and after-school clubs.
Rose Kennedy
Rose is the Breakfast Club lead at High Hurstwood. She has started working in education after finishing her degree. She loves working with children and enjoys helping and being apart of their growth and development, ensuring they learn with fun.
Molly Hockham
My name is Molly and I am bank staff here at Newton Lang childcare. I have been working with children in drama, childcare and dance for a long time so I love outdoor activity, learning and having fun!
Gail Simpkins
After School Club Manager
I am a Teaching Assistant at a local primary school and have many years experience working with children. I love to see the difference I make on a daily basis and watching how the children develop and grow in confidence.
Deborah Bulless
Playworker
I am a mum of 3 with years of childcare experience, including tutoring my children through the Kent Test. I have lots of patience and understanding with children who need special care and I am enthusiastic about learning through nature and outdoor play.
Clara Pirie-Wood
Breakfast Club playworker
I have a fine art degree and paint in my free time and love doing creative arts and crafts with the children. I love to cook and try new recipes with my son.
Will Drury
Playworker
I’m currently pursuing my Level 2 Forest School course to bring the wonders of nature into activities. With a background in animal management and a love for outdoor adventures and bushcraft skills, I strive to inspire children to explore, learn, and grow in a fun and safe environment.
Gemma Dewhurst
Office Manager
Hi, I am Gemma. As a parent to two young children, I understand the importance of supporting their growth and development. I’ve been working in a nursery environment for the past three years, and I truly love being in a supportive role, helping children reach their full potential and making sure they have lots of fun along the way.
Aeryn Perkins
Nursery Practitioner
Full time
Hi I’m Aeryn, I previously worked within maternity and I’m a level 2 qualified gymnastics coach. I love being able to watch the children learn and grow every single day. I’m currently undertaking my level 3 qualification in childcare and I am really excited to grow and expand my knowledge.
Our Policies
This list below is some of the available policies, we do however have many more so please ask. All policies are also available to view in the setting.
Administering medication policy
Complaints policy
Emergency evacuation policy
Equalities policy
EYFS policy
Health and safety policy
Missing child policy
Safeguarding policy
Staff behaviour policy
Uncollected child policy
Visitor policy
Privacy policy