Meet our amazing Pre-school team who work hard to make sure that the curriculum and environment is child centered at all times. All members of staff hold Pediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene certificates
Summer holds a Level 5 qualification in Early Years Practice and brings over 11 years of hands-on experience in early childhood education.
She is passionate about creating nurturing, engaging environments where children can thrive. A strong advocate for outdoor learning, Summer believes in the power of nature to inspire curiosity, confidence, and creativity in young minds.
Outside of work, Summer is a busy mum to three boys. She enjoys spending quality time with her family, exploring the outdoors, and making memories together.
Sharon holds a Level 3 in Childcare learning and development as well as recently completing her Level 3 Early Educator. Sharon has Level 4 Safeguarding qualification and is the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
Sharon has worked in the Pre-school since 2014. Sharon has loved watching the children grow throughout the years.
In Sharon’s free time she enjoys spending time with her sons. She loves to walk her dog who is her pride and joy and socialise with friends. She also enjoys exercise classes and is a member of the village book club.
Jane holds a Level 3 in Childcare, Learning and Development.
Jane has worked in Preschool since 2006 and has seen so many changes occur in that time, she loves her job and getting creative and baking are her secret talents.
In Jane’s free time she likes to look after her three dogs, go out for lunch with her son, socialise with friends, watch her favourite programme on the television (Strictly Come Dancing) and cheering on Leeds United!
Phil is working towards his Level 2 Early Years Educator; he currently has Level 4 safeguarding and a range of other early years courses that he has completed on his path to becoming qualified.
Phil has recently joined the pre-school team but he has settled in so well.
In Phil’s free time he loves spending time with his boys, enjoys exploring in the Lake District, watching Dr Who and baking delicious breads!