Meet the staff...

Here at Kate's Kindergarten we pride ourselves with highly qualified, committed staff who have worked at our setting for many years. The girls are approachable, friendly and dedicated to providing the highest quality care and learning for all children here at Kate's Kindergarten. 

Nursery Owner

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Sue Thorley

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Owner & Director of Kate's Kindergarten since it was established in 1993

Nursery Manager

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Demi Horrocks

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Foundation Degree in Children's & Young People's Services 

Level 5

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With us since 2014

Deputy Manager

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Nicola Walker Brunt

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Baby Room Practitioner

SENCO Lead

Level 3

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With us since 2003

Baby room staff   

Baby Room Leader

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Amy Balmer

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BA Honours Degree in Children's & Young People's Services

Level 6

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With us since 2019

Baby room practitioner

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Nastasha Mahon

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Level 3

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With us since 2019

Toddler room staff  

Toddler Room Leader

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Rebecca Hewitt

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Foundation Degree in Children's & Young People's Services

Level 6

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With us since 2014

Toddler Room Practitioner

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Courtney Wilson

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Level 3 in childcare and education 

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With us since 2018

Toddler Room Practitioner

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Donna Pendlebury

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Level 3

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With us since 2006

Preschool room staff  

Pre-School Room Practitioner

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Elaine Grosvenor

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NVQ Level 3 in early years

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With us since 2007

Pre-School Room Leader

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Mel Wood

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Deputy SENCO

Level 3

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With us since 2011

Pre-School Room Practitioner

Danielle Greenhalgh

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Level 3

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With us since 2021