Who will look after my child?

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

Claire

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

Amanda

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

Sharon

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

Janet

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

 Carole

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

Sandra

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

Kerrie

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

Jeni

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

Alison

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

Sarah

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

 

 Abigail

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

Nicola

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

Jen

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

Alison

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

Linda

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

Jackie

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

Helen

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

Caroline

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

 

Yasmin

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

Laura

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

Ashleigh

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

Catherine

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

 Alison

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

Sarah

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

Tracey

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

Nick

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

Brenda

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

Louise

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

Carol

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

Denis

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.

 

Bolton School Nursery staff and toddlers at play