Courtney
Courtney is our pre-school manager, she is an Early Years Teacher and also has a BA Hons in Primary Education. Courtney is passionate about empowering the team to achieve the best outcomes for all children. She is committed to building positive, nurturing relationships with children and their families.
Courtney enjoys spending time with her family. She’s regularly out walking and enjoys visiting different parks and attractions with her daughter. She also loves to read and watch movies.
Claire
Claire is the Pre-school Deputy and SENCo. She is a qualified teacher with a passion for Early Years. Her experience within the teaching sector brings a wealth of knowledge to our pre-school and an invaluable perspective on children moving onto Reception class.
In her spare time she loves cycling, running and going on long walks with her family in the woods. Claire loves animals, especially giraffes! She also enjoys reading, sewing and going to the theatre.
Sarah
Sarah is a qualified teacher and has worked with pre-school aged children throughout her career. She is a thoughtful member of the team and can always be relied upon for coming up with fantastic learning opportunity ideas for the children at Welly.
Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, going out on day trips, reading, watching movies and musicals.
Melissa is Level 3 qualified and is Key worker to Purple Group. She has been working in early years for many years and loves arts and crafts.
She is also a level 1 football coach and a qualified Rainbow leader.
Melissa has two children and is always very busy with either football, drama or Guides.
In her spare time she likes to read and go to the theatre. She is also trying hard to keep fit and get into running.
Laura
Laura is level 3 qualified and is a key worker to blue group. She can often be found reading a range of books to a small group or leading an impromptu music and dance session. Her genuine passion for working with children of this age group is evident through her popularity.
Her sense of humour also makes her an uplifting member of the team. She is always one of the first to get outside and get the mud kitchen going. Laura enjoys spending time with her family, going on long walks and visiting new places. She is also a big fan of Disney movies!