At Bright Stars we value our staff very highly and all our staff have a wide range of experience and qualifications in childcare.  Their primary role is to care for your child.  All staff have a CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check before joining our team.

Manager: Clair
Clair completed her BA Honours in Professional Studies in Early Childhood Studies in 1999; prior to this she completed a HND in Professional Studies in Early Childhood Studies.  Clair has a Level 3 in Management.  Clair has been working in a nursery environment for over 12 years and has 10 years management experience.  Clair has built up a strong team.

Deputy Manager: Kerry
Kerry holds a Diploma in Childcare and Education and a Level 3 in Management.  Kerry assists Clair with elements of the management role.  Kerry supports all rooms when needed in the staff to child ratio.  Kerry has worked in a nursery environment for 9 years

Team Leader: Katie
Katie joined Bright Stars in April 2008 and works full time leading our toddler room.  Katie has a NVQ in Childcare, Learning and Development (Level 3) and is working towards her Level 4.  Katie has 5 years experience of working in a nursery environment.  Katie forms great bonds with her children, helping to bridge that gap between nursery and home.

Team Leader: Kirsty
Kirsty started with us in September 2008, she has a BTEC National Diploma in Early Years and leads our baby room.  Kirsty has varied experiences working with children in different situations and uses this to excel in the work she does with the children in the setting.

Team Leader: Emma
Emma is an original member of staff from Primary Steps.  Emma works full time with Pre-School.  Emma has a NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education.  Emma likes to get the children up and motivated and is very hands on.

Nursery Assistant: Kelly
Kelly is also an original member of staff from Primary Steps; Kelly has a Level 2 introduction to Pre-School Practise and works part time helping between rooms.  Kelly has lots of experience working within a nursery setting and with all age ranges.

Nursery Practitioner: Kerry
Kerry joined Bright Stars in April 2008 and works part time.  Kerry has a CACHE Level 2 and 3 in Childcare and Education; she has lots of experience working with all age ranges and has been working in nurseries since 2004.  Kerry’s experience as a mother assists her in her role being a loving, comforting member of staff.

Nursery Practitioner: Shona
Shona joined Bright Stars in January 2009 and works full time in the baby room.  Shona holds a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education.  Shona enjoys being active with the children and offering lots of fun experiences.
Shona is currently on maternity leave.

Nursery Practitioner: Stephanie
Stephanie holds a BTEC National Diploma in Childcare, Learning and Development.  Stephanie became a member of staff in October 2009 and works full time in our pre-school room.

Nursery Assistant: Sophie
Sophie became part of our team in April 2009 and is based in our pre-school room.  Sophie has been working with children for 3 years and excels working with this age range.  Sophie holds a Level 2 qualification in Childcare and Education and has started her NVQ Level 3.

Nursery Practitioner: Gemma
Gemma began at Bright Stars in November 2008 and has a NNEB in Nursery Nursing.  Gemma has a lot of experience working in childcare and brings a wealth of knowledge to the toddler room in which she works.  Gemma has 8 years experience in a nursery.  Gemma’s experience as a mum help’s support her role.

Nursery Assistant: Kim
Kim is our apprentice and is training to do her NVQ Level 2.  Kim can be found in the toddler room where she works full time, she is gaining knowledge and confidence while with us.  Kim has been with us since July 2009.

Nursery Assistant: Lisa
Lisa is training for her Level 2 qualification.  Lisa works full time in the baby room.  Lisa enjoys busy surroundings and thrives when there is a lot to do.  Lisa has worked at Bright Stars since September 2009

Nursery Assistant: Clare
Clare has worked at Bright Stars since October 2008.  She holds a CACHE Level 2 in Playwork and is currently working towards her Level 3.  Clare works in our toddler room.

Nursery Practitioner: Leanie
Leanie started at Bright Stars in May 2010.  Leanie has a Level 3 BTEC National Diploma.  .  Leanie works in our baby room and her experience as a mum helps support her role.

Nursery Assistant: Famida
Famida started working at Bright Stars in May 2010.  Famida covers staff lunches, holidays and staff training.

Nursery Assistant: Nisha
Nisha started working at Bright Stars in April 2010.  Nisha covers staff lunches, holidays and staff training.

Chef: Adrian
Our chef prepares fresh nutritious meals on a daily basis.  He creates alternative dishes to meet every child’s individual needs.  Adrian began working here in May 2009.