We want to make your child feel secure, loved and valued.
Our staff are committed to providing the highest standards of
care. We believe in the importance of each individual child and
feel that differences should be respected. We try, wherever
possible, to follow the routines your child enjoys at home rather
than imposing new ones.
All our staff are qualified nursery nurses and have had training
in first aid. An extensive training programme ensures that they are
kept up to date with the latest developments in good nursery
practice.
Claire - Nursery Manager

Qualifications: Early Years
Professional Status
Bachelor
of Arts Professional Development
Foundation Degree in Management of children provision
Level 3 in Chidl Care
Paediatric First
Aid
Basic Food Hygiene
Appointed First Aider
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 1989. I am
very passionate about Early Years, new ideas/practices that improve
the development and choices for children aged 0 - 5 years.
I believe that here at the nursery we have the most important
job of preparing children for their educational life.
Ensuring that all children who attend the nursery become competent
learners who are resilient, capable, confident and self
assured.
I have two children and love spending time with my husband and
boys going for walks in the Lake District.
Amanda - Deputy Manager

Qualifications: Foundation
Degree in Early childhood studies due to
complete Dec 2010.
BTEC National Diploma in Early Years
Paediatric First Aid
Level 2 Food Hygiene
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since February
2010. I am mainly on the reception meeting and greeting
parents. Support the manager and the staff in the day to day
running of the nursery. The things I enjoy most about Early
Years are the great children we work with and their curiosities to
always want to know and learn new things. It is such a
fascinating world from a child's perspective. Knowing you
have made a difference to a child's life however big or small is a
wonderful feeling.
In my spare time I enjoy a good dance and take part in Salsa
Classes. Spending time with my family and friend.
Sharon - Nursery Administrator

Qualifications: Level 7
Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
Level 5 Diploma in Management
NVQ 3 in Business Administration
European
Computer Driving License (ECDL)
Paediatric First Aid
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since February
2010. I am employed as the Nursery Administrator and ensure
the day to day administration is completed and the database used
within the nursery is kept up-to-date and this includes the waiting
list.
Working at a Nursery is very interesting as each day is
different and you get to meet lots of lovely children and
parents.
In my spare time I like to spend it with my husband and
children. I have a Son and a Daughter. My son plays
football at the weekends so we spend the weekends at football
matches watching my son play. I spend a lot of time also with
my friends and family which I think is very important to have good
relationships with those closest to you.
Janet - Nursery
Receptionist

Qualifications:
BSc in Mathematics
Post Graduate Certificate in Education
European Computer Driving License (ECDL)
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2002. I enjoy
meeting people and talking to the children and seeing how they
develop.
Carole - Senior Team Leader

Qualifications: NNEB
NEBS
Management
Paediatric
First Aid
Food
Hygiene
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2001. I am
presently the Team Leader in the Butterfly Room.
I enjoy seeing and being part of the excitement, enthusiasm and
eagerness that children have to learn. Celebrating their
achievements, supporting their interests and sharing their thoughts
and ideas. No two days are the same. I also enjoy
working alongside passionate and caring colleagues.
Sandra - Team Leader

Qualifications:
NNEB
Senco Training
Sign a Long
Makaton
First Aid
Food Hygiene
I have worked at Bolton School nursery since 1999. I have
recently moved to the First Steps room as Team Leader and I am
loving the new challenge. I love working in early years as
each day is different and the rewards as the children develop make
all the hard work worth while.
Kerrie - Team Leader

Qualifications: NVQ 2 & 3
in Childcare and Education
NVQ
4 in Management
Foundation
Degree in Early Childhood Studies
I have worked with children since leaving school in
1993. I undertook my NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Childcare
and Education at Wigan and Leigh College. I have worked in 2
day nurseries prior to Bolton School. I began employment at
Bolton School Nursery in the summer of 2000.
During my time at Bolton School Nursery I was the Team Leader of
Pre-school for nine years. Since returning from my recent
maternity leave I became the Team Leader for First Steps and I am
now currently working and managing the Tweenie playroom as the Team
Leader. I completed my NVQ 4 in Management and won Student of
the Year Award in January 2004. More recently I have
completed a Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies at Bolton
University.
I live in Wigan with my partner Jason and two sons Joshua and
Jamie. In my spare time I enjoy spending my time with my boys
exploring and going on adventures. I also like to spend time
with close friends and family. I enjoy shopping, shopping and
more shopping!!!.
Jeni - Team Leader

Qualifications: NNEB Diploma
in Nursery Nursing
Paedeatric
First Aid
Level
2 Award in Food Safety & Hygiene
Child
Protection
Currently
studying towards NVQ Level 4.
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2001 and work in
the Caterpillar Room which accommodates children aged 2 - 3
years old. I thoroughly enjoy working with this age group as
each day is different. I also enjoy following the EYFS
curriculum as it is child orientated. I love being part
of a team and feel that we all bring different qualities to the
setting.
Alison K - Deputy Team Leader

Qualifications: NVQ 4 Child
Care and Management
I have been working at Bolton School Nursery since 1999.
During this time I have gained my NVQ level 4 in Child Care and
Management, where I have learnt new skills in which I can put into
my everyday practice. I am passionate about working with
children and love to see them grow and achieve through a range of
wonderful and exciting activities that we provide in First
Steps.
I live in the Heaton area with my husband Steven and our 17
month old daughter Olivia. We love spending quality time
together as a family and enjoy having fun days out, especially at
Moss Bank Park and Smithills Farm.
Sarah G - Deputy Team Leader

Qualifications: BTEC National
Diploma in Early Years
Food
Hygiene
Child
Protection
First
Aid
I have been at Bolton School Nursery since 2004. I have
worked in the Tweenie room for 4 years. I enjoy watching the
children grow and learn and share new experiences with them. I
enjoy good relationships with parents and enjoy sharing their
child's learning with them.
Abigail - Deputy Team Leader

Qualifications: Cache Diploma
in Nursery Nursing (NNEB)
Paedeatric
First Aid
Level
2 Award in Food Safety and Hygiene
Child
Protection Awareness
(Fundraising
Co-ordinator)
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2002. I have
worked in the Caterpillar Room since 2003. I really enjoy
this age group. I have an interest in baking which I enjoy
doing with the children
Nicola - Team Leader

Qualifications: NVQ 4 in
Childcare, Learning and Development
Cache Diploma in Childcare and Education
First Aid
Basic Food Hygiene
Child Protection
Food & Nutrition
EYFS (Introduction)
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2004. I work
in the Butterfly Room. What I have enjoyed most about working
in early years is making a difference to a child's life. I
thrive on having a special and trusting bond with a child and their
family.
I live in Harwood, Bolton with my husband Alex and Son
Liam. We enjoy spending our spare time going out to different
places and eating out.
Jen - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications: Btec National
Diploma in Early Years
I have been working at Bolton School Nursery since 2004. I
hold Btec National Diploma in Early Years which I achieved
before joining the team at Bolton School Nursery. During my
time at the nursery I have worked in both the pre-school rooms and
the baby room which has enabled me to gain experience in all
areas. I really enjoy working with children and love all the
cuddles and laughter.
I live in Little Lever with my Mum and Dad and I will be getting
married to Gary in Summer 2012. I have a tortoise called
Trevor who is 16 months old. I enjoy going abroad on holiday,
shopping and going for walks.
Alison R - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications: DCE
Qualification in Child Care
I have gained lots of qualifications within my time at
Nursery. First Aid being my favourite.
I have been working at Bolton School Nursery since 2005 and have
a DCE qualification which I achieved at Bury College after leaving
school. I have worked in both Tweenies and First Steps rooms
and gained lots of experience and made lots of friends along the
way. I love seeing the children grow and develop throughout
the nursery, it makes me happy to see them laugh and smile.
I have been dancing for two and a half years in ballroom, latin
and salsa. I have gained medals up to Gold Bar
1. I love visiting different countries and experiencing
their cultures. My favourite country is
Italy.
Linda - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications: NVQ 3 1 in
Early Years Childcare & Education
NVQ 2 in Early Years Childcare & Education
First Aid relating to children
Child Protection
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2001. I work
with the First Steps children and I have enjoyed seeing the
children develop over the years.
Art has always been my favourite subject so being able to carry
out various creative activities is very rewarding.
Jackie - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications:
NVQ Level 3 Childcare & Education
NVQ Level 2 Childcare & Education
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since May 2001. I
work in the First Steps room and thoroughly enjoy working with the
children and watching them grow.
Helen - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications:
NVQ Level 3 Childcare & Education
NVQ Level 2 Childcare & Education
First
Aid
Food
Hygiene
Child
Protection
I have worked at Bolton School since 2001. I am currently
based in the First Steps playroom where the age group is 1 - 2
years. The part I most enjoy about work in the early years,
is seeing the children take their first steps and speak their first
sounds/words. I enjoy doing creative and messy
activities.
Caroline - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications: NVQ 3 in
Child Care
First Aid
Health & Safety
Food Hygiene
Child Protection
I have been working at Bolton School Nursery since 2006. I have
recently moved into the Tweenie Room and really enjoying
working with this age group.
Yasmin - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications: BTEC National
Diploma in Early Years
Paediatric First Aid
Child Protection (Basic)
I have been at Bolton School Nursery since 2006. I work in
the Tweenie Room with children aged 2 - 3 years old. I have
been working in the Tweenie Room for 17 months. I enjoy all
aspects of my job
Laura - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications:
Foundation Degree Level 5
Cache Diploma Level
3
I have been at Bolton School Nursery since March 2010. I
am working in the Tweenie Room. I love to watch the
development of the children, being comfortable and settled in their
environment.
Ashleigh - Apprentice Nursery Nurse

Qualifications: Working
towards NVQ 3 in Child Care
NVQ
Level 2 in Child Care
I am based in the Tweenie Room and I have enjoyed meeting and
working with new people. I also enjoy looking after the
different age group within the Tweenie Room.
catherine - Deputy Team Leader

Qualifications: NNEB Cache
Diploma in Nursery Nursing
Paediatric First Aid
Basic Food Hygiene
Child Protection
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2004. I
currently work in the First Steps Room. I enjoy the
conversations and funny comments the children have and enjoy
listening to their thoughts and ideas! I have worked here a
long time and have enjoyed all aspects of caring for young
children.
I have 2 young children of my own whom I enjoy spending my time
with.
Alison - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications: Level 3 Cache
Diploma in Childcare &
Education
(NNEB)
Food Hygiene Level 2
Paediatric First Aid
Child Protection
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2005. I have
worked in the Caterpillar Room since 2008. I really enjoy
working with this age range. They are full of questions and
funny ideas. I also enjoy working with the staff in
Caterpillar Room and the fun we have with the children that keeps
us laughing during the day.
Paula - Nursery Nurse
Sarah G - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications: NVQ 3 in
Childcare
NVQ 2 in Childcare
I have been at Bolton School Nursery since 2008. I work in
the pre school room. I mostly enjoy the unpredictability of
the age group. I never know when a conversation with a pre
schooler is goign to end up apart from it will most definitely make
me laugh for one way or another. I never tire of hearing the
children's perspectives on events throughout the day.
Tracey - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications: City &
Guilds NVQ 3
Cache Level 2 in Child Care & Education
Cache
Level 3 Diploma in Home-based Childcare
Paediatric
Emergency Care
Sure
Start Birth to Three Matters
First
Aid relating to Children
Level
2 Award in Food Safety in Catering
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since August 2008.
I work within the Butterfly Room and I have enjoyed learning
different experiences with the children, such as understanding
their emotions and feelings. Listening to what the children
want and what they want to do. Helping the children to set
targets for themselves, recognising and celebrating the children's
achievements. Making learning activities through play.
Nick - Nursery Nurse

Qualifications:
NVQ 2 in Childcare
NVQ 1 in Youth Work
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2010. I have
based in the Tweenie Room and I have enjoyed every minute of
it. I love to see all the children dearly and whilst working
in all the rooms I have been able to see children who are just
starting to develop skills and compare it with the children who are
just ready to move on to school.
Brenda - Nursery Cook

Qualifications:
Level 2 Food Safety
City & Guilds in Catering
Food Hygiene
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 1988. I am
employed as the cook for the Nursery and ensure all the children
are given nutritional food on a daily basis.
I am a member of the Horwich RMI Harriers and have ran the
London Marathon 7 times which 3 hours and 19 minutes being my
fastest time. I am also a Level 1 running
coach. I live in Horwich. I like cooking,
gardening and fell walking. I am a host for Inlingua English
Football.
Louise - Nursery Assistant Cook

Qualifications:
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2000. I
assist Brenda in the Kitchen ensuring all the children are given
something nutritional to eat on a daily basis.
Carol - Nursery House Keeper

Qualifications:
NVQ 4 in Catering
NVQ 3 in Domestic
Basic
Food Hygiene
I have worked at Bolton School Nursery since 2005. I am
employed as the Nursery's domestic support making sure that the
nursery is clean and pleasant for the children to play.
I love seeing the children play and having cuddles from
them. I find the nursery environment is a lovely place to be
part of.
I have five children and thirteen grand children.
Denis - Nursery Handy Man

Qualifications:
Six Years as an Apprentice Jointer
I have worked at Bolton School since 2008. I work in all
the rooms doing repairs and fixing various things to the
walls. I enjoy the children asking me questions about what I
am doing and why I am doing it and trying to explain before I get
another question! It's great.