About Us.

Our Staff.

 

We are extremely proud of the staff that we have here at Constantine Pre-School.

 

Checks.

All the staff at Constantine Pre-School have Disclosure and Barring System (DBS) checks before commencing employment.

Training.

Staff are committed to regularly updating their training and receive a minimum of 24 hours training a year. Each full-time member of staff at Constantine Pre-School has a Paediatric and Emergency first aid qualification. All members of staff have completed a food hygiene course recognised by OFSTED and have safeguarding qualifications.

Leadership Team.

  • Kate Edwards-Shaw

    PRE-SCHOOL MANAGER

    BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education.

    SENCo, Designated Safeguarding Lead, Level 3 Trauma Informed.

    Kate has 15 years experience in Education and a background in Special Educational Needs. Kate is passionate about supporting children with additional needs, creating a nurturing and inclusive environment for all. In her spare time she enjoys sea swimming and walking.

  • Hayley Stocks

    PRE-SCHOOL DEPUTY MANAGER

    Level 3 Early Years Educator

    Hayley lives in Constantine with her daughters both of whom attended Constantine pre-school. She is passionate about working with children who have Special Educational Needs and their families.  In her spare time she enjoys going to the beach with her children.

Practitioners.

  • Vickie Viggers

    FOREST SCHOOL LEAD & PRE-SCHOOL PRACTITIONER

    BTEC National Diploma in Caring Services (Nursery nursing)

    Level 3 Forest School Lead (training)

    Vickie has over 20 years’ experience in early years.

    Vickie has a wealth of experience in SEND and is passionate about creating a nurturing learning environment for all.

  • Sophie Tucker

    PRE-SCHOOL PRACTITIONER

    BTEC Level 3 Early Years Educator

    Sophie has recently joined our amazing team and has nearly 10 years’ experience in early years. Sophie loves spending time outside and getting messy.  Sophie previously worked as a SEN 1:1 and brings with her knowledge of Makaton.

  • Helen Robins

     PRE-SCHOOL PRACTITIONER

    BA (Hons) in American studies, QTS

    Helen has a background in Primary & Secondary education and is teacher trained. Helen is a previous parent and spent several years on our committee. She enjoys yoga, dance and music.

  • Jo Crampton

    PRE-SCHOOL PRACTITIONER

    Level 3 Early Years Workforce

    Jo brings with her years of experience and knowledge in childcare. Her interests in lie in photography, PSED and enjoys spending time with friends. 


Thank you to Frugi for supplying our team photos above and other Forest School images.
child painting in frugi wellies and yellow waterproof trousers puddlesuit toddler closeup painting
 
 

SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator).

Kate Edwards-Shaw is the SENCo, but many other members of staff have attended the SENCo training and we all work closely together with regard to any child in our setting with special educational needs.

As part of our Pre-School policies we have regard for the DfES Special Educational Needs Code of Practice (2001). We also ensure our provision is inclusive to all children with special educational needs.

We work together to support parents and children with special educational needs (SEN). We identify the specific needs of children with special educational needs and meet those needs through a range of SEN strategies.

The Pre-School firmly believes that we should work in partnership with parents and other agencies in meeting individual children’s needs at all times. We constantly monitor and frequently review our policies, practices and provisions and make necessary adjustments when appropriate.

 

First Aider and Food Hygiene.

Each full-time member of staff at Constantine Pre-School has a Paediatric and Emergency first aid qualification. All members of staff have completed a food hygiene course recognised by OFSTED.

All our staff continue to train and study throughout the year to ensure that they are updated with current guidelines and legislation.

 
 

How is Pre-school run and funded?

We have a committee! Click the button to find out more!

 
 

FAQs

  • Our fees are different depending on the age of your child.

    Please see our Fees & Funding page to see how much it will cost for your child to attend Constantine Pre-School and Forest School.

  • We are open for 2-4 year olds.

    Your child can attend as soon as they turn 2.

    We are open in term time only.

  • We have a breakfast club that runs from 8-9am.

    Pre-School gates open at 9am and close at 3pm.

  • We use a secure app called Tapestry.

    You will receive information, photographs and memos about your child.

    A key worker will be assigned to your child when they start and this person will be your main contact for any queries.

    We also invite you to termly conversations with your child’s key worker, in setting.

Any questions?

Click on the button below and contact us.