Cheryl Read
Pre-school Manager
DSL

SEND -

 - Referral Co-Ordinator

Fire Marshall
Paediatric First Aider

Level 3 in Childcare and Education

🎶🎵 I LOVE to sing! 🎤
I am slightly obsessed with Jessie J, and people often tell me I look like her… what a compliment! 😍🎶

You’ll often find me behind a laptop, ensuring preschool is running smoothly. I want to always make sure my team feel valued and supported because a happy team creates a happy workplace. 💫😃

My favourite place to be, though, is in the room with the children, sharing exciting new ring games, songs, and rhymes. There’s always plenty of singing, laughter, and fun when I’m around! 🌟

🌈 If you can’t have fun when you’re a child, when can you?
Life’s too short to stay clean, sit still, and miss out on all the fun! 🤪


I work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. 8-2.30pm
Off Thursday.

  Harriet Ireland

Deputy Manager

DDSL
Equality named co-ordinator
Behaviour management lead
Paediatric First Aider

KEY PERSON

Level 3 in Childcare and Development

🐾 I’m an animal lover and proud rescuer of just about anything that needs saving! 🐾

At preschool, I love helping children learn the importance of kindness, respect, and caring for the world around them. Whether it’s looking after nature, showing compassion to others, or discovering how small acts of kindness can make a big difference, these are values I love to share every day. 💚🌎✨

I enjoy supporting both my manager and the team, helping to make sure everyone feels happy, valued, and supported. After all, when the adults are smiling, the children smile too! 😊

I work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. 8-3pm

   Teresa Rowland  

Third in charge
Senior Early Years Practitioner
Health and Safety Lead
Paediatric First Aider

KEY PERSON

NNEB in Childhood Studies 

💖 Family time is my favourite time – especially with my grandchildren!

When I’m not at preschool, I love spending time with family and friends, making memories. It helps me stay happy, balanced, and ready for whatever comes next! ✨

At preschool, I love watching children grow in confidence and become more independent every day. Seeing their curiosity shine as they explore, discover, and learn is one of the most rewarding parts of my role. 🌟😊

I work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. 8-3pm

Abbey Brown
Early Years Practitioner

Mental health and well-being Lead

Paediatric First Aider
KEY PERSON

Level 3 in Childcare and Education

💖 Family time is my favourite, but Clubbercise is my happy place – somewhere I can switch off, let loose, and have lots of fun! ✨

At preschool, one of my favourite things is listening to the wonderful stories the children tell. Their imaginations are incredible, and you never know what exciting adventure or magical tale is coming next! 📚🌈

I also love spending time in our outdoor area, playing games and exploring nature. Seeing their confidence grow and sharing in their excitement as they discover new things is the best. ☀️😊🌿

I work Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. 9.30-2.30pm

Off Monday and Tuesday.

Jane Talbot 
Early Years Practitioner

Fire Marshall

Paediatric First Aider
KEY PERSON

🩵 Proud Nana to two wonderful little grandsons! 🩵

I love getting creative with the children through arts and crafts, watching their imaginations come to life as they explore, create, and discover new things. 🎨✨

I also love sharing stories together and listening to the children’s exciting adventures, experiences, and wonderful ideas. 📚💭

I work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8-1pm.

Off Friday.

Kelly Pearce

Early Years Practitioner
SEND -
- Target, strategy and provision Co-Ordinator

Paediatric First Aider

KEY PERSON

Level 3 in Childcare and Development

🎵 Music is my happy place – any genre, any era! 🎵

I love bringing fun, energy, and plenty of laughter to preschool. Whether we’re dancing, being silly, or learning through play, I enjoy helping children build confidence, express themselves, and have lots of fun along the way! ⭐️😊

I love my SENDCO role and am passionate about making sure every child gets the support they need to flourish. Supporting children with additional needs and helping them feel happy, confident, and included is something I really do care about. 🌈🩵

I work Monday, Tuesday and Friday.
8-2.45pm
Off Tuesday and Wednesday.

Angela Cobbett
Senior Early Years Practitioner
Learning Library Lead
Paediatric First Aider

BTEC Higher National Diploma Early Childhood Studies

NNEB

🌟 Retired twice… and still not finished! 🌟

I love being part of the preschool family and sharing my passion for music with the children. From singing songs and shaking tambourines to banging drums and dancing with ribbons, there’s always a chance to make some joyful noise together! 🥁🎶😊

With years of experience and still plenty of enthusiasm left in me, I’m always coming up with new ideas and introducing exciting resources to inspire the children and support their learning through play. 😃✨

I work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 11-1pm.
Off Monday and Friday.

Mrs Hearn
Early Years Practitioner
Paediatric First Aider
KEY PERSON

BA hons in Primary Education

⚽️ I love football! ⚽️
Blue is the colour of my favourite team! 💙🦁

🌳 You’ll usually find me outdoors!
I love being outside and don’t mind getting wet or muddy!! Hide and seek is a favourite of mine!!
Storytime is one of the best parts of the day!! I love bringing stories to life with lots of expression, different voices, and a little bit of drama! 📚🎵

💛 I believe every day should be filled with fun, kindness, and good manners.

I work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 11.30-3pm
Off Friday.

Tina Crandley
Volunteer

💓 I love reality TV and soaps! 📺

Seeing the children smile, achieve new things, and enjoy their day is the most rewarding part of being a volunteer.

I am especially passionate about supporting children with additional needs, ensuring every child feels included, valued, and encouraged. 🩵