Charles Booth Pre-school

Margaret James

Hello, my name is Margaret, and you will find me in Lower Pre School. I have worked in childcare for over 15 years and have an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare. When I am with the children, I enjoy being outside, cooking and singing songs. When I am at home, I enjoy looking after my horse called Hollie who takes up a lot of my time! I also enjoy walking, baking and reading.

Amanda Jarratt

Hello, my name is Amanda, and you will find me in Lower Pre-School. I have a BA degree in Art and Design, and I am a Level 3 Teaching Assistant. When I am with the children, I love to do Arts & Crafts. I also really enjoy supporting children with additional needs. When I am at home, I enjoy walking my dog and finding new places to explore with my children.

Amy Piarce

Hello, my name is Amy, and you will find me in the Toddler Room. I have a Level 1 and 2 in Childcare. When I am with the children, I enjoy messy play. When I am at home, I love being a Mum and going on family walks.

Jenna Hoyland

Hello, my name is Jenna, and you will find me in the Baby Room. I have a Level 1, 2 and 3 in Childcare and have worked in previous childcare settings. When I am with the children, I love anything messy or sensory. I also enjoy taking the children outdoors and getting the musical instruments out. When I am at home, I enjoy reading, spending time with my family and walking our dog. Hello, my name is Amy, and you will find me in the Toddler Room. I have a Level 1 and 2 in Childcare. When I am with the children, I enjoy messy play. When I am at home, I love being a Mum and going on family walks.

Sharna Tomlinson

Hello, my name is Sharna, and you will find me in Upper Pre-School. I have a Level 3 in Childcare and Education and a Teaching degree with QTS. I have worked in various childcare settings for the past five years always learning something new each time. When I am with the children, I enjoy teaching them new things and inspiring them to be creative and get messy during play! When I am at home, I love to spend time with my two crazy chihuahuas and going out with my family and friends.

Hollie Clark

Hello, my name is Hollie, and you will find me supporting across the whole Nursery. I have previously worked in a Primary School setting and have two children of my own. When I am with the children, I love to take them to the forest to explore outside and enjoy using all of their senses! When I am at home, I enjoy spending time with my children taking them to new places especially involving animals and crafts.

Debbie Taylor

Hello, my name is Debbie, and you will find me in the Baby Room. I have an NVQ Level in 2 in childcare and have lots of experience raising my children! When I am with the children, I enjoy all aspects of playing with them and seeing them progress. When I am at home, I enjoy looking after my family and having meals out with friends.

Beth Fairbrother

Hello, my name is Beth, and you will find me in Lower Pre-School as a Lunchtime Supervisor. I have a Level 3 qualification with experience working within Foundation Stage and supporting those who need support with their Speech and Language. When I am with the children, I enjoy being part of child-initiated play, boosting confidence and social skills between peers, and modelling vocabulary whilst letting the child take control of their own interests. When I am at home, I enjoy travelling with my husband and own tiny humans, taking long walks with my bulldog Maggie and I tap dance too!