Our Staff
Helen Harris
Manager
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Early Years / DSL / SENDCO / First Aider
Katie Sims
Deputy Manager
VTCT Level 3 Diploma Early Years Educator / First Aider / DSL
Sharon Parker
Early Years Practioner
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Early Years / First Aider/ Safeguarding
Aga Starzec
Early Years Practitioner
Government Apprenticeship Level 3 Early Years Educator /First Aid / Basic Safeguarding
Professional, Caring & Experienced
At Rolvenden Pre-School, our friendly and experienced team is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and professional environment where every child can feel happy, supported and confident to learn and grow.
All staff hold the appropriate qualifications and training expected within a modern early years setting, alongside ongoing professional development to ensure we continue to provide the very best care and education for the children in our setting.
Training & Experience
Our team has training and experience across a wide range of areas including:
- Safeguarding & Child Protection
- First Aid
- Health & Safety
- Autism Awareness & SEND Support
- Early Years Curriculum
- Behaviour & Emotional Support
- Communication Friendly Spaces
- Food Hygiene
- Fire Safety
- Reflective Practice
Training and development are an important part of life at Rolvenden Pre-School. We regularly attend courses, work with outside agencies and collaborate with other local schools and pre-schools to continue developing our knowledge, skills and best practice.
Whatever the situation, we are confident in our ability to provide safe, appropriate and professional care for your child.
From outdoor exploration and creative play to our experienced staff team and strong community links, there is so much that makes Rolvenden Pre-School a special place to learn and grow. Discover more about our ethos, daily life and the nurturing environment we provide by exploring our About page.
Preparing for School
We help children build confidence, independence and social skills, giving them the very best start for their move into primary school.
Nurturing Environment
A warm and welcoming setting where every child is encouraged to feel safe, valued and confident to explore the world around them.
Learning Through Play
Through creativity, imagination and hands-on experiences, we inspire curiosity and help children develop a lifelong love of learning.
Ethos & Vision
Our vision for Rolvenden Pre-School is simple.
We aim to provide a setting that gives children a strong springboard to achieve their fullest potential in life.
We foster a fun and exciting environment that promotes independence, self-worth and curiosity while encouraging children to explore the world around them.
With our calm and welcoming setting, displays of children’s creations and a wide range of activities, every child is supported in developing their individuality and confidence.
Everything we do is guided by one simple question:
“What is it like for a child here today?”
