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"Bromley's most thoughtful nursery and preschool." Founded by Natasha Eftekhari, The Lodge Preschool and Nursery has rapidly grown into a great success story, winning The Best New Business at the 2022 Best Businesswomen Awards. She was also a Silver Winner in the Children and Families category.

In this interview, Natasha shares her story of why she set up a nursery and discusses her business journey so far.

 

{1.15} Why Natasha started a pre-school 

{2.20} What Natasha did before she began The Lodge Childcare 

{2.40} Natasha reflects on her time in business so far 

{5.08} How Natasha navigated her business during Covid

{8.05} Natasha's thoughts on entering the business awards

{12.05} General challenges Natasha faces in the childcare industry 

{13.50} Future award entries and the benefits of entering awards 

{15.37} How online reviews have had a positive impact on The Lodge

{17.47} Graduating from The Lodge Preschool and Nursery

{18.00} Long-term plans and future expansion for the business 

{18.55} Advice for anyone wanting to start or grow their business

{19.45} Employing a business coach and the extra support you can get

 

 

You can find out more about The Lodge Preschool and Nursery below:

Website: https://www.thelodgechildcare.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelodgechildcare/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelodgechildcare/