MEET THE TEAM.
Hi everyone my name is Helen, I love working at Kiddiwinks Pre-school. I became involved many years ago volunteering as a committee member. Since then I have achieved a degree in Early Years. At home I like to be in the garden, I grow marrows, runner beans, tomato's and lots more. I like to ride my bike but only when the sun is shinning. My favourite dinner is egg and chips and my favourite colours are yellow and green.
Hello My name is Debbie. I have been in the Kiddiwinks family for 25years. I have 2 grown up daughters and 5 grandchildren who have all attended Kiddiwinks.
At home I have 2 cats, 4 guinea pigs and a cocker spaniel. I enjoy gardening, DIY and taking my grandchildren out.
Hi I'm Jo I have a NVQ level 3 in early years and have worked at Kiddiwinks for 25 years. I have 3 children who all attended Kiddiwinks and I also have a two grandchildren who have both attended. I have 2 cats and also 2 dogs, and love going on long walks with them. I like gardening and spending time with my grandchildren. I love working at Kiddiwinks because it is great to watch the children grow, learn, develop and have fun while they play.
My name is Joanne and I have been a key worker at Kiddiwinks for 18 years. I live with my family, my husband and my 2 grown up children. I like going out for lovely long walks, to notice all the things around us, nature is great. I like to crochet, knit and I am making a blanket at the moment. I also like to tap dancing, it keeps me fit and I have just started ballet at my classes. It is important to exercise and try and eat healthy.
Hi my name is Trudy. I have been with Kiddiwinks over 22 years. At home I enjoy cooking and I am proud to encourage the children at the setting to learn about this activity. It is a fun way to encourage different types of food which supports healthy eating. I also have a Akita/Husky dog called Lola. She is a therapy dog and we visit care homes and outside organisations. She also visits Kiddiwinks to see the children, they really enjoy Lola visiting.
Hello I'm Carrie. I have been at Kiddiwinks for 10 years now. My little boy is called Nathen, he attended Kiddiwinks too and I have a little cat called Dotty. I really like Disney films and know all the words to "Let it go" I like learning new songs, maybe we can learn a new one together, I look forward to meeting you and having lots of fun
Hello my name is Gina. I started as a volunteer and have now worked at Kiddiwinks for 12 years. When I am at home I look after my grandson. I enjoy having countryside walks with my family.
Hi I am Jane, I have worked at Kiddiwinks since 2011. I have two sons, 2 cats and a budgie. I live 5 minutes away from Kiddiwinks. I enjoy outdoor life and have my own allotment, where i grow fruit and vegetables. I like to ride my bike, gardening and listening to music.
Hello I'm Charlotte, I have 5 children and have been lucky enough to be part of Kiddiwinks since my first child started 18 years ago. I love animals, I have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and chickens at home. I also enjoy being outside and going to the park with my children and dogs.
Hi my name is Fifi I am married and a mother of three children. My favourite thing to do is cooking and gardening. I enjoy long walks with my family and friend's and we like exploring and discovering new things. I am looking forward to meeting you, and learning lots of new things and having fun together.
Hi, I'm May, I did my early years apprentice at Kiddiwinks and am now a qualified level 3 key worker. I live at home with my mum, dad and big brother. I love Disney! I know lots of Disney songs, hopefully we can sing and dance together at Kiddiwinks! I also go to tap dance and ballet classes too, I love dancing, It is super important to stay healthy and active. I also am a leader at Rainbows and Brownies. I have lots of fun at Rainbows, I love earning lots of badges, I have a blanket full! I look forward to meeting you all and making lots of new friends at Kiddiwinks.
Hello I'm Belinda, I have been at Kiddiwinks for 19 years. I have 2 adult sons and my youngest son attended Kiddiwinks and loved his time here. I enjoy gardening, going for walks and holidays with my friends and family. I work in the office and love the way the children get to know me and have chats over the office door. Hearing the children playing and developing cheers me as I work.
CONTACT OUR TEAM
OUR AMAZING TEAM
Our staff is as follows:
Manager Helen Early Years Teacher with
BA (Hons) in Early Years Studies,
Deputy Supervisor: Debbie (Diploma in Pre-school Practise 3)
SEN Lead Carrie (NVQ3) (EY SEN Certified Level 3)
Key-people: Joanne (NVQ3)
Jo (NVQ3)
Jane (NVQ3)
Gina (NVQ3)
Charlotte (NVQ3)
May (NVQ3)
Fifi (NVQ3)
Healthy Early years: Trudy (NVQ3)
Apprentices:
SEN: Carrie and Joanne
Designated Safeguarding
Lead / Deputy.: Debbie , Charlotte
Equal Opportunities Officer: Debbie
Health and Safety Officer: Helen
Reserve Staff: : Roy
The Pre-school operates a key person system.
A key person has special responsibilities for working with a small number of children.
Giving them reassurance to feel safe, cared for and building relationships with their parents.
SETTLING IN
We acknowledge that you as a parent/carer know your child best and we will work with you to support your child in the settling in process. You may wish to stay for a number of sessions until you feel confident that your child is ready to be left. We work in partnership with you and please be assured that we will always contact you if your child is unduly distressed.