We describe our team as a family, our individual strengths all complimenting each other to make a wonderful learning and nurturing experience for all our children
Kate Samways
Early Years Leader and Puffin Class Teacher
Kate is our school Early Years Leader and Wellbeing Co-Ordinator. Kate is Paediatric First Aid trained, and is very passionate about her role as a Special Educational Needs Coordinator and is constantly researching strategies & putting together action plans to ensure each and every child is given the best opportunity to learn. As an Early Years teacher, she has a special interest in supporting children's language development.
Lianne Beer
Level 6 Preschool Manager
Lianne is our Pre-School Manager and an Early Year teacher. She is the Designated Safeguarding Officer and Health & Safety Officer for Pre-school as well as being Paediatric First Aid trained. Lianne is passionate about the Pre-School always striving to enhance our provision by constantly researching new ideas and initiatives. Music and singing are a big part of her life and she likes to share this and encourage the children to explore music and song during their day.
- preschoolmanager@meldreth.cambs.sch.uk
Jodie Lawson
Preschool Deputy Manager
Jodie is an experienced Early Years practitioner with a Foundation Degree in Early years and experience of working in a school environment. Jodie is Paediatric First Aid trained and has a passion for inclusion and the celebration of Neurodiversity for our youngest children. As Deputy Manager, Jodie works alongside our Preschool Manager to provide professional leadership and management of preschool; helping to ensure that our children receive the highest standards of care and education.
Katie Pearce
Level 3 Preschool Assistant
Katie is an experienced level 3 practitioner and is Paediatric First Aid trained. Katie exudes happiness and jollity and the children absolutely adore her. Katie has a CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Children's Learning and Development and has a Paediatric First Aid Qualification.
Katie loves her job, as watching children grow, learning new skills and preparing them for school is so rewarding and never boring! She also attended Meldreth Preschool and Primary School herself as a child.
Laura Holmes
Preschool Assistant
Laura is a trainee level 3 practitioner, having worked in childcare for the last few years and having found how much she loves it. She is becoming an integral part of the preschool's workings and has a great rapport with the children.
Laura has has a Paediatric First Aid Qualification and has a particular fascination in early scientific development.
Lisa Church
Level 3 Preschool Assistant
Lisa is en experienced Level 3 Practitioner.. She has a deep understanding of how children learn and develop, and is especially passionate to help children who might need some extra help with their speech, language and/or development.
Lisa shares that there is nothing more rewarding than seeing the children grow and develop and loves helping them to thrive through their early years.
Teresa Short
Preschool Assistant
Teresa joined our team in 2022 as a Preschool Assistant and is Paediatric First Aid trained. Teresa works as part of our dedicated team, to ensure your child has the best start in life. Teresa has such a positive impact on our youngest children, giving encouragement and praise to help them gain confidence and positive self esteem.