Debbie Addison
Debbie has an NVQ3 in childcare. She's been working with children since 1991 and says she thoroughly enjoys it that's why she's been doing it so long.
Debbie is our supervisor and leads all the sessions.
Alison Hudson
Alison has a diploma in pre-school practice. Her favourite thing about Play Start is getting to meet so many different children. Alison helps on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Julie Barker
Julie has an NVQ2 in childcare. She enjoys seeing the children grow from toddlers to pre-schoolers. Julie helps on Wednesdays.
Yvonne Bates
Yvonne loves working with children of all ages and also works at the local primary school. Yvonne helps on Fridays.
Tara Simmons
Tara enjoys seeing the children having fun as they develop their skills and confidence. Tara helps on Mondays.
Staff training
Our staff complete regular training to ensure they can use all the best methods and research in childcare and development.
Course topics include:
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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Safeguarding and protecting children
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Early Years Foundation Stage Workshop
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Essential Food and Hygine
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The planning process in Early Years Foundation Stage
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Common Assesment Framework process
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Basic signing
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First Aid