South Nutfield Pre-School

I have worked in the childcare sector my whole working life; its always been my vocation!. My enjoyment for working alongside children has given me inspiration and dedication to train and study at every opportunity along the road, achieving my much prized NNEB qualification and my specialisms in SENCO, Elklan and Safeguarding.
Ann and I took on the leadership and management on the Pre School in 2008; with several years of working in the setting under our belt.
Together, we wanted to harness our passion for childcare and promote the Pre School as an engaged part of the wider community, offering an open door to serve the younger generations of Nutfield and the surroundings.
I discovered my passion for childcare after my experience of running the Shoppers Creche at Christ Church in a voluntary capacity.
After further training and qualifications, I started at our Pre School in 2000 and went on to join forces with Helen with a new management structure (in 2008).
Over the years the EYFS directive has constantly evolved, bringing new challenges.
What a fun place the Pre School is!.
I am passionate about Childrens literature in particular evocative stories that journey through places or encourage new sounds.
I am a big fan of old classics like We're Going on a Bear Hunt as well as popular modern favourites like The Gruffalo.
I am amazed by the memory recall of the children here (clearly aided by their play activities).
In my first week I joined a conversation with the children about Marshall (I later was told the conversation was about the infamous Paw Patrol crew) but I said Thats my surname.
Its something that stuck in their minds, and 7 days later I was addressed as Mapande Marshall!
I have worked, adhoc, for the Pre School since 2000.
I became part of the support team when Helen and Ann joined forces in 2008 and expanded the offering.
Its so rewarding to take such an active involvement in the childrens play; I think scarf dancing is always my favourite!.
I love coming to work each day and being around the infectious energy of our children.