Staff

We have a small team of dedicated child-care professionals at Dunholme Pre-School that make sure all children are supported and cared for throughout their time with us. Our staff are always happy to speak with parents on an individual basis, and we will tell you as soon as you start who your child’s dedicated Key Person is so that you can liaise with them about your child.


We always aim to exceed the ‘Early Years Foundation Stage Welfare Requirements’ in regards to the childcare qualifications our staff are required to hold, and we are committed to developing staff and supporting them to access further qualifications.

Gayle Smith

Manager

Gayle has over 18 years experience in childcare, with over 13 of those years being in a managerial position. She is a qualified Early Years Professional and an experienced lead SENDco. She is also the LAC co-ordinator, safeguarding officer and wellbeing and mental health champion for the setting. Gayle is also a dedicated key person.

Leanne Walker

Deputy manager

Leanne has over 24 years experience in childcare and is level 3 qualified in childcare and education, currently studying for a foundation degree in early years. She is the secondary SENDco for the setting and head of health and safety. Leanne is also a dedicated key person.

Alex Bullivant

Key person

Alex has over 16 years experience in childcare and is level 3 qualified in childcare and education. She is Elklan trained and is our lead communication and EAL co-ordinator. Alex is also a dedicated key person.

Lisa Howden

Key person

Lisa has a level 3 qualification in childcare and has over two years experience in an early years environment. Lisa is also a dedicated key person.

Rachel Pettifer

Key person

Rachel is a fully qualified teacher and has over 15 years experience of working with young children. Rachel is a dedicated key person.

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