Overview
- Thomas Waller, 18, was ordered to serve 10 years in detention followed by five years on licence after sentencing at Guildford Crown Court.
- He committed the offences within weeks of starting at a Surrey nursery in July 2024, isolating the boys during bathroom supervision.
- Forensic testing found Waller’s DNA on one victim’s underwear, and police recovered indecent images of the other child from his phone.
- Waller was convicted on October 31 at Staines Youth Court, and prosecutors argued the severity warranted crown court sentencing.
- The nursery says it reported the disclosure the same day, suspended Waller, cooperated with authorities, and completed a safeguarding review as families receive support.