Sarah Cutts
NURSERY MANAGER
NNEB, Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 & Paediatric First Aid
I love working in a beautiful safe environment where the children can spend time outdoors, visit the zoo and explore the woodland. I enjoy working with a great team of childcare practitioners who each have their own unique qualities. I love to watch the children learn, grow and develop and most importantly have fun through well thought out, challenging and exciting activities.
Debra McIlroy
ASSISTANT MANAGER & SENCO
Cache Level 3 Diploma in Pre-School Practice
I have over 24 years of childcare experience and have work at Ribby for over 14 years. I started off as a Nursery Assistant and have development my skills and knowledge to come the Nursery SENCO and Nursery Assistant Manager. I enjoy coming to work each day and love to see the children happy and learning. We have a fabulous team which I definitely regard as my Ribby family!
Susan Rigby
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Level 5 in Managing in Early Years Settings
I love watching the Nursery grow and develop further. I enjoy going into every room and seeing the bond the children have with all our team members. I often bring my own children to Ribby to explore the woodland, play on the parks and visit Mr McGreggor's garden; I love the fact that we can access these area's with the Nursery children too!
Mandy Oglethorpe
ROOM LEADER
NNEB, Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 and Paediatric First Aid
I joined the Nursery & Pre-school when it opened in March 2002. I have built up a wealth of experience across all ages groups and now work in the Baby Room. Although the Nursery has grown in size, it has always remained one big family who welcomes everyone.
Diane Ogle
NURSERY PRACTITIONER
I work alongside a fantastic team in the baby room. Having two boys myself, I appreciate how important it is for parents to feel comfortable leaving their children in a safe environment. The best thing about my job is being able to take the children out to explore the amazing outdoor environment we have here at Ribby!
Kerry Beesley
NURSERY PRACTITIONER
NVQ Level 3 in Childhood Studies
I love children spending time outdoors and the many opportunities on offer here at Ribby hall nursery. I love being part of this caring team and seeing the smiles on the children’s faces as they learn, grow and explore! whilst working together with parents to achieve the best possible start to their child’s education.
Lucy Mitchell
NURSERY PRACTITIONER
NVQ Level 3, Paediatric First Aid
I find my job very rewarding knowing that I'm helping parents to feel comfortable about leaving their child in our care. I absolutely love that we have so much to offer with the environment we are in. We have nature walks, a mini zoo, soft play areas, parks and many more amazing things to help children learn and have fun.
Emma Whitaker
ROOM LEADER
Level 3 in Early Years Childcare
The ability to mould children's minds and hearts whilst watching them grow and develop into wonderful children in some of the earliest years of their lives is so wonderful.
Kimberly Dean
NURSERY PRACTITIONER
Working towards qualification
Creating bonds with the children and watching them grow and develop is something really special.
Gemma Bresnihan
NURSERY PRACTITIONER
PGCE in General Primary
I love the surroundings and facilities at Ribby! It's not every day you can say you've been a pirate in the playground or a zoo keeper at Wild Discovery! Children have the best imagination and creative minds, so everyday is fun, different and memorable.
Michelle Fox
ROOM LEADER
National Diploma in Nursery Nursing
I love working within the Nursery, helping the children to grow and learn through the different activities we plan within the indoor stimulating environment and the great outdoor locations we have to offer here.
Gillian Fowler
NURSERY NURSE
HNC in Early Education & Childcare
I love watching children learn new skills and knowledge whilst engaged in activities, helping prepare them for school and develop their independence. We have access to the wonderful outdoor areas and the mini zoo which is used by all age groups to help in their learning, health and wellbeing.
Lizzie Wilcock
NURSERY ASSISTANT
Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education
I am 32 years old, I live with my fiancé and my 1 year old daughter. I have worked in child care for over 12 years and have a Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education. In my spare time I like spending quality time with my family, going on walks especially around Ribby Hall and making lots of memories. I like working at Ribby Hall nursery because I like seeing the child learn, grow and develop from a young age until they leave pre-school. I find it a very rewarding job.
Kirsty Danson
NURSERY ASSISTANT
Level 3 NVQ in childcare
I have been working at Ribby Hall nursery and preschool for 7 months. I currently work with the toddlers and lower pre-school children. I hold a level 3 NVQ in childcare and have been working with children since 2009. I love spending time with my family and enjoy visiting different attractions with them. I can’t wait to carry on my childcare journey with all your children and families
Maddison Nicholas
NURSERY ASSISTANT
Working towards a level 3 in childhood studies
I’m kind and friendly and enjoy baking, quizzing and listening to music. In my spare time I volunteer with rainbows and I’m currently working towards a level 3 in childhood studies.
Megan Murphy
NURSERY ASSISTANT
Level 3 practitioner
I am a level 3 practitioner , I did placement at Ribby Hall and have been working with children since January 2021. In my spare time I enjoy playing mini golf and spending time with my family and friends.
Chloe Brown
NURSERY ASSISTANT
Working towards a BA Hon in children’s school and families
I am working towards a BA Hon in children’s school and families. I like getting to know all the children and watching them grow and develop. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my fiancé and I like to take my dog for a walk and read.
