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The Acorns team

Teachers, coordinators and support staff who make every day at Acorns safe, warm and full of learning. Meet the people who guide the children at our Popa Soare nursery.

Popa Soare nursery

The teachers and coordinators at our Popa Soare nursery.

Baby Acorns

Heide Grace Capodores

Heide Grace Capodores

Teacher

Over 5 years at Acorns and more than 30 years of experience as a preschool and primary teacher in international schools (University of Nuevo Caceres, Lifetime Nursery Qatar, Cambridge International School for Girls Doha). Energetic and creative.

Diana Ragalie

Diana Ragalie

Teacher

A background in psychology and hands-on experience supporting children and families, with a focus on social-emotional development and learning through play. Clear communication with parents and routines that help children feel secure.

Emilia Gâdea (Emi)

Emilia Gâdea (Emi)

Teaching assistant

Part of the Acorns team for over 18 years. Warm, organised and loved by the children, she makes sure every child feels safe throughout the day and is a real support for the teaching team.

Iuliana Ștefan (Iulia)

Iuliana Ștefan (Iulia)

Teaching assistant / Nurse

Over three years at our nursery. A qualified nurse and a psychology graduate, she brings a valuable mix of knowledge and care. Energetic, she creates a positive atmosphere with a strong focus on safety.

Shiny Stars

Daniela Dică (Dana)

Daniela Dică (Dana)

Teacher / Early Years Coordinator

Over 19 years of experience at Acorns. A play-based approach that nurtures curiosity, independence and confidence through meaningful experiences and positive relationships with children and families.

Rainbows

Ishani Liyanage (Ish)

Ishani Liyanage (Ish)

Teacher

Over 10 years of experience with preschool and school-age children, a diploma in Early Childhood from St. George International Teacher Training Institute (Sri Lanka), with Montessori, preschool education and child psychology training. She supports children with patience and care.

Raluca Cimpoiașu

Raluca Cimpoiașu

Teacher / School Years Coordinator / Pastoral Care Lead

Over 15 years of experience and training in psychology, with a strong focus on wellbeing, emotional support and pastoral care. She champions strong relationships, consistency and empathy as the foundation of quality early education.

Early Explorers

Ann Oberes

Ann Oberes

Teacher

Originally from the Philippines, with a degree in Physical Education (Bicol State College), further training in Early Childhood Education (Ateneo de Naga University) and a Jolly Phonics certificate. Her teaching centres on independence, autonomy and active learning through play.

Administration & support

The behind-the-scenes team that keeps the nursery running — from administration to the daily care of our spaces.

Ruxandra Popa

Ruxandra Popa

Head of Administration

She coordinates the administrative department and the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery.

Veronica Iacob

Veronica Iacob

Chef

She prepares fresh, balanced meals for the Acorns children every day.

Angela Tudor

Angela Tudor

Housekeeping

She keeps the Acorns spaces clean, safe and welcoming for children and parents.

Lenuța Stoica

Lenuța Stoica

Housekeeping

Care and consistency for a spotless space where children feel at ease.

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