Part of the uGroup
The people behind uKids — from our directors to the managers and activity leaders who make every day brilliant for your children.
Every person who joins the uGroup shares the same three core values. They guide how we work, and they are what we look for in every new team member.
Others come first — it’s where the ‘u’ in our name comes from. We lead with empathy, support one another, listen to families, and put the wellbeing of every child at the heart of what we do.
Kindness that goes beyond politeness — warmth, patience and genuine care. We listen without judgement and stay approachable, because our words and actions shape every child’s sense of safety and belonging.
We own our responsibilities and hold ourselves to high standards: attention to detail, professionalism and reliability in everything we do — reflecting the trust families place in us.
Charlie’s business journey began with the establishment of uSports, with a clear philosophy: to provide as many children as possible with positive experiences through sport. This passion has since expanded, recognising the need to support children’s development beyond sport. When Charlie became a father, he saw first-hand the challenges working parents face and the need for practical, high-quality childcare solutions. This personal insight, combined with his enduring commitment to children’s well-being, was the driving force behind the creation of uKids. His vision is to broaden the uGroup’s positive impact, ensuring more children have an enriching and positive experience throughout their childhood, while offering essential support to families.
With a background as a qualified teacher, Steph understands the vital importance of high-quality childcare and nurturing environments for children. This educational foundation deeply informs her approach to business operations. Steph oversees the operational and creative development of the uGroup, focusing on efficiency and effective implementation. For uKids, her expertise ensures that the childcare and wraparound services are not only robust in terms of child well-being and education, but also run seamlessly and efficiently, providing reliable and structured support for both children and their families.
Beyond our core uKids leadership team, our success is a collaborative effort. A dedicated team from across the wider uGroup supports uKids behind the scenes, while our passionate Site Managers and Activity Leaders make sure every child has a positive, engaging and safe experience, every single day.
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