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Our Team
The Staff Team
The management team are assisted by supervisors:
Jacqui Aller, Rebecca Bouttell, Jessica Kirby, Vicky Lund, Lorna I'Anson, Marian Smith and Abbie Waters ; who are all at least NVQ (or equivalent) level 3 qualified.
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Claire Buckley, Vicki Edwards and Cheryl Herridge have a NVQ Level 2.
Edy Herridge is Level 2 qualified and is currently studying for her level 3.
All staff have current First aid and Safeguarding training
The Management Team:
Elaine Ford -
Elaine is the Pre-school Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). She has been with the pre-school for over 30 years. Elaine has a Foundation degree in Early Years and is also a qualified Early Years Assessor.
Melanie Pitcher -
Melanie is the Deputy Manager and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL). She has been with the pre-school for over 23 years. Melanie has a BA in Early Years and is an Early Years Teacher. She is also the setting's Equalities Named Co-ordinator (ENCo).
Paula Long -
Paula is a Deputy Manager and the pre-school SEND coordinator. She has been with the pre-school for over 14 years. Paula holds a NVQ Level 3 and a Level 4 Certificate.
Our Key-person approach
When your child starts pre-school they will be able to build a secure bond with their key-person. The EYFS (2021) recognises the importance of building key relationships so that children feel safe and secure. Our staff work in partnership with parents and carers to ensure that their child feels happy, confident and cherished.
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