Our Quality Leadership Team

Corinna Laing – Chief Quality Officer & Nominated Individual

Angelene has nearly 30 years experience within early years working and leading outstanding nurseries. Angelene plays a vital role in maintaining and raising standards across all of our nurseries. She carries out internal inspections three times a year at each site, mirroring the same framework and expectations used during external Ofsted inspections. Her detailed audits ensure that every team is prepared, confident, and delivering at the highest level — giving families the assurance of consistent quality. Angelene is also a First Aid instructor qualification and delivers training to ensure all our teams are paediatric. First aid trained and confident to administer first aid.

With more than 25 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, Corinna brings a wealth of expertise to Little Adventures. She spent over six years as an Ofsted inspector, giving her a unique insight into what outstanding quality looks like in practice.

As Chief Quality Officer, Corinna leads our quality vision across the group, ensuring every nursery consistently delivers the highest standards of care and education. She is especially passionate about inclusion, curriculum innovation, and empowering staff to be the very best they can be.

Angelene McCormack – Head of Audit & Training

Angelene has nearly 30 years experience within early years working and leading outstanding nurseries. Angelene plays a vital role in maintaining and raising standards across all of our nurseries. She carries out internal inspections three times a year at each site, mirroring the same framework and expectations used during external Ofsted inspections. Her detailed audits ensure that every team is prepared, confident, and delivering at the highest level — giving families the assurance of consistent quality. Angelene is also a First Aid instructor qualification and delivers training to ensure all our teams are paediatric. First aid trained and confident to administer first aid.

Emma Haines – Head of Region (South-West)

Emma has over 25+ years experience in early years. Emma oversees and supports our nurseries in the South-West, working closely with managers and teams to drive excellence in care, education, and leadership. With a wealth of early years experience, Emma ensures that our South-West settings stay true to our vision while continually evolving and improving.

Danie Ellson – Head of Region (Midlands)

Danie leads our Midlands nurseries, bringing a strong focus on staff development, family partnerships, and curriculum excellence. She works alongside each setting to champion the individuality of every child and ensure that our standards stay consistently high across the region. Danie is also a First Aid Instructor and trains our Midlands team members in paediatric first aid. Danie has also held a role as a part time Ofsted inspector.

Tom Filer – CEO

As the CEO of Family Adventurers Group and the Ofsted Nominated Individual, Tom is responsible for the strategic leadership of Little Adventures Nurseries. His commitment to quality, innovation, and child-centred care runs through every decision we make — ensuring that our nurseries are safe, inspiring places for children to grow.

Dan Hall – Quality Manager (South West)

I have over 10 years of experience in the Early Years sector, working my way up from apprentice to my current leadership role. This journey has given me a real appreciation for the dedication, teamwork, and creativity it takes to provide the very best care and education for young children. I recently have completed my Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner qualification with Distinction and am now enrolled on the Level 7 Senior Leader programme. I’m excited to continue building my knowledge and skills, not only to strengthen nursery practice but also to mentor and inspire others in their own careers. I am particularly passionate about creating inclusive, nurturing environments where children can thrive and where staff feel supported in their wellbeing and professional growth. For me, high-quality early education is about more than learning — it’s about building confidence, resilience, and a love for discovery that lasts a lifetime.

Our Nursery Leadership Teams

Within each Little Adventures nursery, you’ll find an experienced leadership team who know their setting — and your children — inside out:

• Experienced Nursery Manager leading day-to-day operations and quality
• Two Deputy Managers supporting leadership, quality, and safeguarding
• Room Managers ensuring excellence across every room and age group

Together, they create a nurturing, consistent environment where children feel known, supported, and excited to learn every day.

Our managers are handpicked for their passion, experience, and commitment to the Little Adventures vision — ensuring every child has the very best start