
Who We Are?
Kiddy’s Nook is not just a preschool; it’s an intimate early childhood setting where children thrive and parents find peace of mind. Nestled in the heart of the British Virgin Islands, our establishment stands out as a beacon of quality early childhood education. With a commitment to nurturing young minds. Kiddy’s Nook offers an engaging environment that fosters creativity, learning, and social development. Parents can rest assured that their little ones are in capable hands, surrounded by dedicated professionals who prioritize safety and growth.
Company Ownership
Kiddy’s Nook is privately owned and operated by Mrs. Jerelyn Callwood, who has over thirty years of experience in early childhood care and education. She has served within the Ministry of Education and Culture as both an early childhood teacher and Education Officer for Early Childhood. She holds a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education, a Master’s in Education, and a Master’s in Reading and Literacy.
Mission, Vision, Values and Philosophy
Mission:
Our unique approach is to provide high-quality early childhood care and education, fostering lifelong learners in children ages three to six. We achieve this through tailored curriculum guides for each age group, preschoolers and pre-primary students.
Our commitment to the whole child – cognitive, physical, social and emotional-is at the core of our mission. We always keep in mind that children are growing within a family, and this understanding guides our curriculum.
Our teachers recognize the importance of safe, supportive relationships and interactions with children and their families. We use developmentally appropriate practices that promote child-guided, active explorations of meaningful questions and all those critical “wonderings” about their world. Since children’s world views begin in their homes, family voices and culture are not just incorporated, but celebrated in our classrooms and programs, fostering a sense of inclusion and respect.
Vision:
To be recognized as a leader in the British Virgin Islands’ early childhood programs that prepare children for success in the primary grades and beyond. Kiddy’s Nook students will be independent thinkers with a love of learning.
Values & Beliefs:
Our centre is rooted in values and beliefs that support a positive learning environment:
- We value young children’s healthy development and learning.
- A high-quality early childcare environment is a safe, respectful, responsive and positive place to learn and grow.
- Children should be nurtured in a way that respects their families’ own cultural and familial beliefs.
- We value the participation of parents in their child’s early learning experience.
Kiddy’s Nook is a safe, respectful, responsive, and positive place. It supports children in actively engaging with their world to establish healthy relationships with others, solve interesting problems, and figure out who they are and how they fit in their family and community. It is a place where families will learn and have their voices valued.
Philosophy:
All children can learn in their own time and way.
Meet Our Teachers
Ms. Mayann Lewis
Teacher

Ms. Shawn Smith
Teacher

Mrs. Andrea Barnes-Lynch
Teacher

