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Medstead Pre-school & Nursery
Our Staff
Lucy
(Outdoor Learning Pre-school Practitioner)
I have a teaching degree and have worked as a primary and early years teacher for 13 years.I have always had a keen interest in outdoor learning and spent many wonderful mornings at forest schools with my girls. This inspired me to complete Forest School training.I love music, nature, seasons, woodlands, being outdoors, walks in the countryside with my lovely Labrador, the beach and camping with my girls.
Kaliegh
(Pre-school Practitioner)
Vicky
(Pre-school Practitioner)
Hi, my name is Vicky and I've been at pre-school for 6 years.
During the summer I spend every weekend watching my adult sons play cricket.
I have two grandchildren, a boy and a girl.
Julie
(Bank Pre-school Practitioner)
I qualified as a nursery nurse back in the 80's,and have been involved with pre-school since 2000.
I like yoga, reading and coffee with friends.
Emily
(Pre-school Practitioner)
Hi, I'm Emily.
I worked in child care for many years, then went into adult care for a few years. I have now decided to return to child care as I was re-inspired by my daughter. Watching her grow and develop whilst being supported by a fantastic team has given me the fire to do the same for others.
Emily
(SEN Pre-school Practitioner)
Hi, I'm Emily and I have just started my apprenticeship in childcare.
I have a pet snake and enjoy experimenting with make-up.
Alison
(Bank Pre-school Practitioner)
Hi, I'm Alison. I've been involved in education for about 20 years as a teaching assistant.
I have two sons and springer spaniel called Jaspar, and I love spending time with them.
I enjoy entertaining and having a house full, gardening, devising educational crosswords, films, and spending time with friends.
Gill
(Pre-school Practitioner)
May
(Pre-school Practitioner)
Hi, I'm May
I did work experience here at preschool around 6 years ago and loved it so much I came back!
I have worked previously in different nurseries and even nannied, so I have lots of experience with children.
I love being outside, especially in the rain, allowing children to be independent, as well as lots of messy play. I also love to focus on children's mental health, showing them how important it is to look after themselves as well as others..
Ruth
(Pre-school Practitioner)
Hi, I’m Ruth.
I’ve worked in childcare since 1990, starting off as a nanny and then worked as a child practitioner in nurseries.
I love to spend time with my husband and our three children, as well as our Springer Spaniel, Hugo
I also enjoy Pilates, pottering around the garden, spending time with friends and eating out.
Kelly
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(Manager)
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Hi, I'm Kelly. I've been involved with pre-school in a variety of ways since 2002 -student, practitioner, parent, committee member and now I am enjoying my new role as manager.
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I have two children that keep me very busy!
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We love days out together - to the zoo, theme parks and the seaside to name just a few.
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Beccy
(Deputy Manager)
Hi, I'm Beccy and I've been at pre-school for 12 years. I'm very interested in childrens' mental well-being and I love chocolate!
I have three daughters and enjoy walking my golden retriever, Ernie.
Gemma
(Office Manager)
Hi, my name is Gemma. I work in the office at pre-school and have been here for 8 years.
I have 3 sons who keep me very busy!
I love books, the sea and walking my dog, Holly.
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