Our Mission Statement

Showing Young Minds the Brightside in Every Day

Brightside Preschool strive to create a warm, friendly, and nurturing environment where children can develop at their own pace. Through our diverse curriculum, we introduce children to new topics and experiences, exploring their individual interests and encouraging their natural curiosity. We build relationships with our families, working together to ensure every child thrives throughout their early years. The use of online learning journals allow families to be consistently informed of the children's experiences and learning seen throughout their time at preschool, as well as providing opportunities for families to get involved with activities and share experiences and learning from home. Brightside Preschool value individuality and creates an atmosphere that celebrates diversity.

Brightside Preschool believe that high quality early years provision should be accessible to all families, as it is vital in giving children the best start in life. We offer government funded sessions for all 3 and 4 year old children, as well as eligible 9 months to 2 year olds. Additional hours and paid sessions will be available at a competitive rate, making childcare more affordable to families in the local area.

Meet the Team

Brightside Preschool is a family run, Community Interest Company. Our team are passionate about providing high quality care and education to children. We work in partnership with parents to ensure all children are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Alison -Managing Director
Designated Safeguarding Lead

Alison has worked with children for over 24 years.

She has a Foundation Degree in Early Years, in addition to her level 3 qualification - Btec National Diploma in Childhood Studies.

Alison has an Enhanced DBS, as well as Paediatric First Aid training, Food Hygiene level 2 and Safeguarding training. Alison is a qualified Born to Move instructor and is trained to deliver a range of kids physical activity sessions.

Alison enjoys sharing stories with children and her favourite book is 'We're going on a bear hunt'. Alison loves to cook with children, baking cakes or making play dough.

Alison also has 3 children of her own.

Karen -Preschool SENCO

Karen has previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant providing SEN support to children in Reception and Year 1.

She has a level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and a Level 3 SENCO qualification.

Karen has an Enhanced DBS, as well as Paediatric First Aid training, Food Hygiene level 2 and Safeguarding training. Karen is passionate about making our Preschool accessible to all children and to make our environment inclusive and respect the needs of all of our children.

Karen is available to speak to any parents who feel their child may need additional support with their development or are in the process of being diagnosed with additional needs.

Karen is the Room Leader of the Sunshine Room, working alongside Lou and Megan.

Salma - Preschool Practitioner

Salma has previous experience working in Day Nurseries with ages 0-5 years.

She has an NVQ level 2 in Early Years, as well as an Enhanced DBS, Food Hygiene level 2, Safeguarding training and Paediatric First Aid.

Salma has spent time working as a 1:1 support practitioner within our preschool and has completed training in working with children with SEND, as well as Autism awareness training.

Salma also has 3 children of her own.

Gemma - Support Practitioner

Gemma is our Support Practitioner, providing support whilst staff take their lunch breaks, attend training or are off sick.

Gemma is currently unqualified in regards to Early Years but is keen to take on an apprenticeship when the next role is available. Gemma uses her experiences as a mum of 2 children to care for the children at preschool, as well as attending training courses to build an understanding of how children develop and learn.

Gemma has previously supported a child with SEND as a 1:1 practitioner and has attended training in supporting children with SEND, as well as Makaton training.

Gemma - Deputy Manager
Designated Safeguarding Lead

Gemma has over 24 years experience working in various areas of early years, schools and nannying.

She has a Level 3 qualification as an Early Years Educator and a Level 3 Team Leadership/Supervisor qualification.

Gemma has an Enhanced DBS, as well as Paediatric First Aid training, Food Hygiene level 2, Safeguarding, Prevent Duty and British Values, as well as other courses that further her Early Years knowledge.

Gemma also has 2 children of her own.

Gemma is the Room Leader of the Rainbow Room, working alongside Paige and Ami.

Lou - Preschool Practitioner

Lou joined us as a Level 2 Apprentice and has continued working within the setting on completion of her qualification.

Lou enjoyed a brief period of employment in a nursery school, which inspired her to gain a qualification and join us at Brightside Preschool. Lou also has a daughter of her own resulting in real-world experience caring for young children.

She has an enhanced DBS, Food Hygiene level 2, Safeguarding training and Paediatric First Aid.

Lou is working in the Sunshine Room alongside Karen and Megan.

Ami - Preschool Practitioner

Ami has previous experience working as a Nanny/Childminder, and in a Creche/ Day Nursery setting with ages 0-5 years. She has previously worked her way up to a Management role and is joining Brightside Preschool following the birth of her 4th child.

Ami has a Level 3 qualification in childcare and Education, as well as a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Early Years.

She has an enhanced DBS, Food Hygiene level 2, Paediatric First Aid, and Safeguarding training.

Ami is working in the Rainbow Room alongside Gemma and Paige.

Megan - L2 Preschool Apprentice

Megan has joined Brightside Preschool as a Level 2 Preschool Apprentice and is working toward gaining her qualification.

Megan previously attended College studying for a level 1 in Health and Social Care. She has also attended training in Safeguarding, Prevent, Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene Level 2.

Megan is working in the Sunshine Room alongside Karen and Lou.

Jaydene - Room Leader

Jaydene has previous experience working with children within day nursery settings, with ages 0-5 years.

She has a level 3 qualification in Early Years, as well as an Enhanced DBS, Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene Level 2 training. Jaydene has undertaken training in Safe Sleep and Baby Brain Development.

Jaydene is the Room Leader within the Snowflake Room with our under 2s, alongside Abi and Aaliyah.

Aaliyah - Preschool Assistant

Aaliyah has previous experience working with children within day nursery settings with children aged 0-5 years.

She has a level 3 qualification in Early Years, as well as an Enhanced DBS, Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene Level 2 training.

Aaliyah works in the Snowflake Room alongside Jaydene and Abi.

Abi - L3 Preschool Apprentice

Abi has joined Brightside Preschool as a Level 3 Preschool Apprentice and is working toward gaining her qualification.

Abi uses her experiences as a mum of 3 children to care for the children at preschool whilst building her knowledge of how children develop and learn through her training.

Abi works in the Snowflake Room alongside Jaydene and Aaliyah.

Preschool Practitioner

We are currently fully staffed and will advertise any vacancies here.

Paige - L3 Preschool Apprentice

Paige has joined us as an Apprentice and is studying for a Level 3 qualification in Early Years, whilst working within the setting.

Paige has previous experience working within day nursery settings with children aged 0-5 years.

She has an enhanced DBS, Food Hygiene level 2, safeguarding training and Paediatric First Aid.

Paige is working alongside Gemma and Ami in the Rainbow Room.

Gabriela - Bank Staff

Gabriela has a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and has previously worked within nursery settings.

Gabriela has an Enhanced DBS, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Food Hygiene Level 2 training.

Gabriela's role is to step in when staff are absent, ensuring continuity of care and support for the team members.

Jessica - Preschool Volunteer

Jessica volunteers for the Preschool, helping to support the staff within the Snowflake Room.

Jessica is currently undertaking training to prepare her for an apprenticeship role, when the next one becomes available.

Preschool Apprentice