Hillside Pre-School & Early Learning Group

The management team are assisted by supervisors: 

Paula Dashwood, Jessica Kirby, Vicky Lund, Lorna Robinson, Sarah Summers and Abbie Waters ; who are all at least NVQ (or equivalent) level 3 qualified.

Sarah is also SENCo trained.

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Cheryl Herridge and Claire Buckley have a NVQ Level 2.

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Lesley Bray has a TA qualification.

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All staff have current First aid and Safeguarding training.

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We also have students Edy Herridge and Rebecca Bouttell with us this year

"Staff are so invested in our children, which makes the environment positive and exciting"

Parent Mrs A Feb 2022

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“Thank you for making E's pre-school journey such a happy learning experience"

Parent Ms R July 2022

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 28 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 20 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 Senior supervisor. She has been with the pre-school for over 13 years. Paula holds a NVQ Level 3 and a Level 4 Certificate.