Meet the Team
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Sian Masters, Manager (Maternity Cover)
I am the maternity cover Preschool Manager for both Cherhill and Heddington Preschool, my previous role being a Preschool Deputy. I have been employed since October 2019. I am trained to level 3 in childcare, and I am trained as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and first aid trained.
I have many years of experience in the childcare industry. I also have a child of my own and enjoy helping the children grow and learn.
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Kirsty Pearce, Manager (On Maternity Leave)
I have been the Preschool Manager for both Cherhill and Heddington Preschool since 2021. I have been employed at Cherhill Preschool since 2015, where I completed my Intermediate Level and Advanced Level Apprenticeships in Children and Young People's Workforce. I am a Paediatric First Aid and Designated Safeguarding Lead.
I enjoy working across both sites, interacting with the children and watching them grow and develop over their time at preschool.
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Helen Gillett, Deputy Manager
I am a Preschool Deputy at Heddington and Cherhill Preschool. I have worked at Heddington Preschool since 1998, over the years I have seen the Preschool grow and go from strength to strength.
I am trained to level 3 in childcare and I am the designated health & safety officer for both settings.
I enjoy working at both preschools and enjoy seeing the children develop and learn new and exciting things.
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Holly Carter, Deputy Manager
I am a Preschool Deputy at Cherhill and Heddington Preschool. I have been employed at Cherhill since October 2008.
I achieved my NVQ level 2 in Children's Care Learning and Development and CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce. I am also Paediatric First Aid trained and a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
I have a son of my own, who also attended Cherhill Preschool and I enjoy working with the children each day.
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Tracy Smith, SENCO
I am SENCO at Heddington and Cherhill Preschool, I am a Forest School Leader too. I have been employed at Heddington Preschool since 2011.
I have worked in childcare since 1995 with experience ranging from nanny, nursery nurse, development worker and family learning tutor. I have gained my NNEB and Level 4 in childcare amongst other qualification over the years. I have two children of my own and enjoy family activities. I love watching the children learn new skills and enjoy seeing them develop ready for 'big' school.
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Megan Whiston, Forest School Lead
I am Forest School Leader and Preschool Assistant at both Heddington and Cherhill Preschool I have been employed at Heddington Preschool since 2017.
I am trained to level 3 in childcare and forest school trained. I am Paediatric First Aid trained and safeguarding trained.
I have many years experience in the childcare industry, I have a child of my own and enjoy discovering new ideas with the children.
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Hayley Lewis, Preschool Assistant
I am a Preschool Assistant at Heddington and Cherhill Preschool. I am trained to level 3 in childcare and I have many years experience in different early years settings.
I have been employed at Heddington Preschool since May 2024. I love working with the children and helping them learn.
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Sharon Brown, Preschool Assistant
I am a Preschool Assistant at Heddington and Cherhill Preschool and I have been at Heddington Preschool since 2013.
I have been actively involved with Heddington Preschool since 2005. I have been a committee member, chairperson and parent helper.
I am trained to level 3 in childcare and Paediatric Frist Aid trained. I enjoy working with the children in such a friendly atmosphere.
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Louise Cullen, Preschool Assistant
I am a Preschool Assistant at Heddington and Cherhill Preschool. I am trained to level 3 in childcare, I have many years experience working in the childcare industry.
I have been employed at Preschool since September 2021. I have a child of my own who attended Heddington Preschool and I love helping the children to learn and develop at their pace.
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Kimberley Wordley, Preschool Lead
I am a Preschool Assistant at Heddington and Cherhill Preschool. I am trained to level 3 in childcare and I have worked in the childcare industry for many years. I have been employed at Heddington Preschool since May 2022. I have two children of my own and my youngest currently attends Heddington Preschool. I enjoy helping the children learn and grow throughout their times with us.
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Emily Hulme, Preschool Assistant
I am a Preschool Assistant at Cherhill Preschool. I have completed my level 3 childcare qualification during my time at preschool. I have been employed at Cherhill Preschool since March 2022. I have two children of my own who attend Heddington Preschool. I love planning activities to do with the children and getting them involved with them.
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Donna Beesby, Preschool Assistant
I am a Preschool Assistant at Heddington and Cherhill Preschool. I joined in March 2024 as bank staff to cover any holidays and sickness. I have a child of my own who attended Heddington Preschool. I enjoy working with the children, watching them learn as they play.
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Aby Back, Preschool Assistant
I am a Preschool Assistant at Cherhill and Heddington Preschool, I am trained to level 2 in childcare. I have been employed at Heddington Preschool since 2018 where I was a cleaner; I began volunteering for the preschool in 2021 which is when I started my level 2 training. In March 2022 I was employed as a Preschool Assistant where I will continue my learning and training. I have four children of my own and I enjoy seeing the children progress with their development.
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Shirley Giles, Preschool Assistant
I am a Preschool Assistant at Heddington Preschool I have been employed at Heddington Preschool since 2016.
I am trained to level 2 in childcare.
I have two children of my own and four grandchildren and enjoy discovering new ideas with the children.
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Kirsty Bolwell, Preschool Assistant
I am a Preschool Assistant at Cherhill and the Administrator for both Cherhill and Heddington Preschool. I have been employed at Cherhill Preschool since March 2016. I am trained to level 2 in childcare and I am Paediatric First Aid trained and safeguarding trained.
I have children of my own and really enjoy being creative with the children at Preschool. -
Kaye Ford, Preschool Assistant
I am a Preschool Assistant at both Heddington and Cherhill Preschool. I have worked at Heddington Preschool since February 2012.
I am trained to level 2 in CYPW, I have also attended various training days to support my job.
I have had links with Heddington Preschool for over 7 years as both of my children have attended.
I really enjoy working as a Preschool Assistant and as part of a team, assisting with the planning of our activities to support the children through their early years development.
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Evie Carter, Apprentice
I am an Apprentice Preschool Assistant at Heddington and Cherhill Preschool. I joined preschool to cover staff absence on a temporary basis in June 2023 and then stayed on to start my apprenticeship. I am studying to do my level 3 qualification, I enjoy doing activities with the children, seeing them happy and learning.
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Amanda Sartain, Bank Staff
I am a Preschool Assistant at Heddington and Cherhill Preschool. I started working here in March 2022; I enjoy working with the children and helping them to learn.

