Our Team
The Staff Team
The senior team are assisted by supervisors Penny Johnson, Jessica Kirby, Vicky Lund, Lorna Robinson and Sarah Summers; who are all NVQ (or equivalent) level 3 qualified and First Aid trained.
Cheryl Herridge has a NVQ Level 2 and First Aid. training. Abbie Waters is currently studying for her Level 3 qualification.
"We can't thank you enough for the exceptional care you have provided for our girls
" Parent Mrs W, July 2020
“Thank you so much to the lovely teachers, who always go out of their way to do the very best for our little people - if only we could take you home with us!
Parent Mrs L July 2019
The Management Team
Elaine Ford –
Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead. Elaine has been with the pre-school for over 25 years. She holds a Foundation degree in Early Years. Elaine is also a qualified Early Years Assessor.
Melanie Pitcher –
Deputy Manager and Deputy Safeguarding Lead. Melanie has been with the pre-school for 20 years. She holds a BA in Early Years. Melanie is also the Equalities Named Co-ordinator. In August 2016 Melanie gained her Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS).
Julie Maybury –
Deputy Manager and Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator. Julie has been with the pre-school for 22 years. She holds a NVQ level 3 in Early Years.
Marian Smith –
Senior Supervisor and Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator. Marian has been with the pre-school for 20 years. She holds a NVQ level 3 in Early Years.
Sue Collins –
Senior Supervisor. Sue has been with the pre-school for 22 years. She holds a Diploma in Pre-school practice level 3.
Paula Long
Senior Supervisor. Paula has been with the pre-school for 12 years. She holds a NVQ level 3, and a Level 4 certificate.