Our Staff
We are a highly qualified, dedicated and enthusiastic team, committed to providing the very best experience for every child at Little School. Find out more about us below:
Claire
Claire
EARLY YEARS MANAGER
Hello I'm Claire. I have worked in childcare since leaving college, and joined Longparish Little School in 2001. I have seen the playgroup develop from a small Portakabin to the beautiful building we have today. I have NVQ level 4 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development and level 3 award in Management. I am the setting’s Child Protection Officer.
I think the ideal pre-school environment for children is somewhere children feel comfortable to play, have fun and explore. That way they learn with staff supporting them when needed to extend their knowledge.
I can be contacted at
Angela
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BUSINESS MANAGER
Hello I'm Angela. I've been working part-time behind the scenes at Little School since June 2019, and prior to that I was on the Committee for two years. I have a background in corporate business, administration and project management, and my job at Little School is to oversee the operational side of the business, whilst promoting its growth and performance.
I can be contacted at
Kristy
DEPUTY MANAGER
Hello I'm Kristy. I have worked at Little School since 2005. I have an BA (hons) Childhood Study, NVQ Level 3 Speech & Language, and have also studied child psychology. I am also the SEN coordinator.
I think: The ideal pre-school environment for children is somewhere children can explore in a safe environment, experience new things, develop their senses, have fun whilst learning and taking moderate risks.
I can be contacted at
Julie
KEY WORKER AND FOREST SCHOOL COORDINATOR
Hello I'm Julie. I have worked with children for over 20 years. I have NVQ level 3 in childcare and education.
I think: The ideal pre-school environment for children should feel like extension of their home environment with friendly, caring, calm, loving and happy staff and stimulating activities.
I can be contacted at
Sharron
KEY WORKER
Hello I'm Sharron. I started working at Little School in September 2010 and thoroughly enjoy it. I have NVQ level 3 in childcare and education.
I think: The ideal pre-school environment for children is somewhere children get a chance to experience lots of different age appropriate resources to meet their needs and interests. I believe a safe outdoor area is really important. But the priority is patient and caring staff.
I can be contacted at
Chris
KEY WORKER
Hello I'm Chris.
I can be contacted at
Di
Hello I'm Di. I worked for Marks and Spencer for 25 years, before entering into pre-school employment. I have completed my NVQ level 3. I have taken "semi-retirement" so you will only find me at Little School when they need extra help.
I think: The ideal pre-school environment for children is somewhere children can learn good teamwork, social skills and how to share. I think the atmosphere should be happy and relaxed with lots of fun as well as structured activities for them to take part in.