Growing Stars Pre-School School - Where Learning Comes First

First Aid Trained

I am the Manager here at Growing Stars Preschool, in Rothwell, with 8 years of experience in childcare, where I first started my journey from leaving school. I have always had a passion for working with children, sharing their journey from such a young age and having such a big impact on their learning and experiences is something that I admire most. There is nothing more rewarding than knowing you’ve made a difference in their lives in some way! I have a passion for developing wellbeing and providing a nurture calm environment, where children can feel safe and happy, allowing them to flourish and learn. 

In my spare time, I love to spend time with my family and friends. I am also a dog Mum to my Dog, named Buster. We love to go on long walks together in the woods and finding new places to explore.

First Aid Trained

I have been working with children in various roles for the past 9 years. The experience I gained enabled my interest to grow in 2 particular areas……..creative and outdoor play.

Allowing children to express their creative ideas in various ways has been important to me. I have been able support children’s wellbeing and individuality, whilst allowing them to experiment. 

I have also gained invaluable experience whilst working in a forest school setting, whilst becoming a qualified level 3 practitioner. This has given me a passion for the outdoors. With the knowledge and experience I have gained; I feel it is essential to pass this onto our children to enable them to love their environment and to take care of it.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family and taking mountain bike rides with my 2 teenage children

 First Aid Trained

From a young age I always wanted to work with Children, as soon as I left school I gained my qualifications and began working in childcare settings. The best bit about working with the children is the bond you make with them and knowing that the smile on their face is because of you.

I have a level 3 qualification in childcare and I also hold a level 5 management degree in childrens social & residential care

I spend all of my free time with my children, we like to be outdoors exploring new places but we also enjoy our time inside watching movies & playing board games.

For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to work in childcare. I have 12 years of experience, after completing a childcare qualification at college.

I have worked in nurseries, as an au pair, a babysitter and as a nanny for 10 years. In recent years, I have developed a keen interest in the psychology aspect of childcare, completing courses in understanding mental health in children and young people and neuroscience in early years.

When I'm not at pre-school, I'm spending time with my 2 children aged 4 and 1. We love to play games, go to the park and read stories together. 

As a Mum and a childcare practitioner, my favourite part is watching the children grow, develop and learn through play and being a part of their journey is an absolute joy!