Our Nannies
Lucy Carter - Resort Manager
Lucy has been working with children for the last 18 years! Her varied experience has taken her around the world and landed her in Tignes 12 years ago. 2 years later, after falling in love with the Alps and wanting to combine her passions she started ABSki Childcare. Lucy is also a certified maternity nurse and sleep consultant who is always on hand for our lovely families and nannies. Spending time with children is still her passion especially on sunny days in Tignes!
Chloe Combra - Head Nanny/PT
Chloe is excited to be coming back to Tignes for her fourth winter with us! She has spent the past six years working primarily as a private nanny with children of all ages from newborns to teens. Her experiences have incorporated caring for children with SEN, which Chloe finds extremely rewarding. Chloe has cared for children in lots of different locations from USA, to Paris and now the mountains. Chloe loves staying active and getting fresh air whenever possible. With her love of the outdoors and all the wonderful activities that Tignes has to offer, she can’t wait to make this an unforgettable holiday for the kids she cares for!
Ellen Blackwood
Ellen is thrilled to be joining ABSki for her second season! She has spent the past year working as a nanny and English Language Assistant in Madrid, and this summer she was a camp monitor at an international summer camp. With over 10 years of childcare experience, Ellen brings a wealth of knowledge, energy, and enthusiasm to her role. While she enjoys working with children of all ages, she has a soft spot for toddlers and their curious, playful nature. She is also experienced in caring for children with SEN.
In her free time, Ellen loves being outdoors – whether she’s hiking in the hills or swimming in the (very chilly!) Irish Sea. Passionate about working with children, she finds the most rewarding part of her job is watching their imaginations come to life and helping create magical, memorable experiences.
Madi James
Madi is so excited to be joining ABSKI for her first season!
She has spent the last few years working as a childcare educator with children from 5 months upwards. She has been caring for children before and after school care, vacation care and also as a Disability Support worker.
Madi is really passionate about working with children of all ages and additional needs as she is caring, patient and adaptable.
In her spare time she loves to bake, explore the outdoors and spend lots of quality time with family and friends.
She plans to make this Winter one to remember and can’t wait to make each family’s holiday the most fun it can be
Ciara Roche
Ciara is so excited to be joining ABSki Childcare for her first winter season. She has worked in childcare for the past two years, gaining extensive hands-on experience working with children in crèche, primary school and childcare settings. Ciara is very passionate about supporting their development through fun and engaging activities.
Ciara also has experience supporting children with SEND and understands the importance of providing a calm, patient and nurturing environment where every child feels comfortable, included and supported. She has experience adapting activities and routines to suit individual children’s needs, interests and abilities, while encouraging their independence and confidence.
In her spare time, Ciara loves being outdoors and enjoying an active lifestyle. She can’t wait to help families create a fun, relaxed and memorable holiday in Tignes.
Ella Largerlow
Ella is originally from Sydney, Australia, and is incredibly excited to be spending the winter season in Tignes! She brings three years of childcare and support work experience, having worked with children aged 4–19, including those with additional needs. Ella also has experience nannying younger children and holds qualifications in CPR, First Aid and Working With Children.
Having always loved the outdoors and grown up snowboarding, Ella is thrilled to be combining her passion for the mountains with her love of working with children. She is a friendly, caring and enthusiastic person who enjoys creating fun, positive experiences where every child feels safe, happy and included. Ella understands the importance of getting to know each child as an individual and making sure they feel comfortable, supported and well cared for throughout their time together.
She’s looking forward to meeting all the lovely ABSki families and creating some special memories with the team this winter!
Lily Wood - Head Nanny
Lily is happiest when she’s outside in nature. Lily loves the mountains and the beach; snowboarding, surfing, swimming, hiking and being active! Lily enjoys travelling and meeting new people. She has worked in various childcare roles for the past 8 years across Europe; these have included working as a ski nanny, as a windsurf and surf instructor, in a nursery, and as a private nanny for different families. Lily has recently completed my PCGE and gained my QTS working as a primary school teacher. She is so excited to be returning to Tignes this winter to complete her 5th winter season in a resort and do the job she loves.
Hannah Quill
Hannah is so excited to be joining ABSki Childcare for her first winter season in Tignes! She has recently graduated from University College Cork with a degree in Early Years and Childhood Studies and has extensive hands-on experience working with children in crèche, primary school and childcare settings. She has cared for children of a range of ages and is passionate about supporting their development through fun, creative and play-based activities.
Hannah is a caring, patient and dependable nanny who loves creating a warm and nurturing environment where children feel happy, safe and confident. She also has experience supporting children with additional needs and with everyday routines including mealtimes, naps, bedtime and outdoor play.
In her spare time, Hannah loves arts and crafts, reading, Pilates and being outdoors. She has a real love for skiing and is especially excited to combine this with her passion for childcare. From snowy adventures and exploring the mountains to cosy storytimes and creative activities, she can’t wait to help families create a fun, relaxed and memorable holiday in Tignes!
Liz Jones
Elizabeth is so excited to be joining ABSki for her first season! Originally from Australia, she has several years of childcare experience through nannying and teaching swimming. Having worked with children from newborns through to older children, she loves creating a fun, safe and engaging environment where little ones can learn, explore and build confidence. She also has experience supporting children with additional needs.
In her free time, Elizabeth loves keeping active, spending time outdoors and exploring new places. She is a positive, energetic and outgoing person who loves meeting new people. Her favourite part of working with children is building special connections and helping create fun, memorable experiences for every family.
Hannah Quill
Hannah is so excited to be joining ABSki Childcare for her first winter season in Tignes! She has recently graduated from University College Cork with a degree in Early Years and Childhood Studies and has extensive hands-on experience working with children in crèche, primary school and childcare settings. She has cared for children of a range of ages and is passionate about supporting their development through fun, creative and play-based activities.
Hannah is a caring, patient and dependable nanny who loves creating a warm and nurturing environment where children feel happy, safe and confident. She also has experience supporting children with additional needs and with everyday routines including mealtimes, naps, bedtime and outdoor play.
In her spare time, Hannah loves arts and crafts, reading, Pilates and being outdoors. She has a real love for skiing and is especially excited to combine this with her passion for childcare. From snowy adventures and exploring the mountains to cosy storytimes and creative activities, she can’t wait to help families create a fun, relaxed and memorable holiday in Tignes!
Carly Lucas
Carly is joining us again for her sixth winter. She’s back in Tignes after working on her own nanny agency “Real Nannies” in the UK she is now helping us out on our busiest weeks.
Carly’s childcare career has seen her working with families from all walks of life each with their own unique and exciting ways to bring up children. She has worked with children from VVIP families from Russia, to
local village children in Surrey, to UHNW children in London and High-profile children in Cobham,
many of whom I’m still in touch with to this day. My adaptability and open-minded outlook enables
me to create fast and strong connections with both the children and their parents.
As a nanny she would describe herself as adventurous, exciting and loving. I understand that my presence has a huge effect on those little people around me so
continue to remain bubbly, happy and warm.