Meet the Team

Elle Hill - Nursery Manager

Elle is our amazing Nursery Manager at Bluebell Barn. She joined the Bluebell family in September 2013. Elle has a wonderfully calm, professional and bubbly personality that makes her the perfect Nursery Manager.

Abi Bilton - Deputy Manager

Hi, I'm Abi, and I have worked at Bluebell Barn for almost three years now after completing my Bachelor's degree in 'early childhood studies' where I gained experience and knowledge in the early years sector. Bluebell Barn has been an amazing place for me to practice my skills and continue my professional development through my career progression.

I am so pleased to have made wonderful relationships with the staff and the lovely parents and families. 

My favourite part of working with children is helping the new children and their families settle into the setting, watching the children reach their next steps, and providing a safe, fun, and happy place to grow!

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, doing yoga and reading. 

Harriet Crouch - Group Operations Manager

Harriet is our fantastic Operations Manager. Harriet has over 16 years experience working in the Early Years. Harriet joined the Bluebell family as the Nursery Manager of Bluebell Wood and now as the Operations Manager, Harriet oversees the running of all three of our fabulous nurseries. 

Carmen Weller – Culture & Brand Co - Ordinator

Carmen is our fabulous marketing and social media guru! Carmen has been working for Bluebell Children’s Nurseries since 2006. Carmen was the Nursery Manager of Bluebell Hill in 2012 where she proudly led them to achieve an Ofsted 'Outstanding'. Following her maternity leave, she returned to a new part-time role working with the broader team, developing marketing, parent relations and social media. Carmen is a huge part of Bluebell Nurseries and is a joy to work with. 

Lisa - People and Culture lead

Lisa is our People and Culture Lead. For over 15 years she has been working as an employment lawyer in private practice and/or in a generalist HR advisory role.  Lisa has come full circle by joining the Bluebell family given that she started her working life in childcare.  This means that Lisa really understands our sector and our people.  She has covered all aspects of HR and employment law including recruitment and selection, retention, all areas of people management issues and much more!