Mary brings over 20 years of experience in education, with a strong focus on Early Years settings. Her journey began at just 14 years old, when she took her first job in a creche and discovered a deep passion for working with children.
Our Team
Theresa Craven
Early Years Curriculum Lead, Assessor, Tutor
Theresa is the proud recipient of the Festival of Learning Southwest England Inspirational Tutor Award 2016.
Rachel Moloney
Assessor, Tutor, ALN
Rachel started her career in business as a buyer, progressing to purchasing and contracts manager for a variety of different industries. After having children, she…
Michelle Walden
Wellbeing Support, Assessor, Tutor
Michelle Walden qualified as a nursery nurse (NNEB) back in 1995 and during her career as a nursery nurse, she worked in two-day nurseries, as a maternity nurse…
Joy Scadden
Centre Coordinator, Assessor, Tutor
Joy has worked with children for over twenty years. Originally caring for abused children in residential homes, she launched her first day nursery in Dorchester in 1995…
Julie Downton
Assessor, Internal Quality Assurer, Tutor
Julie has worked in childcare for over 15 years, starting off as a nanny, before settling into nursery life. She has continued with her professional development…
Sharon Murdoch
Assessor, Internal Quality Assurer
Sharon has worked with children for over 30 years and, with a husband in the Royal Navy, has moved frequently around the country. After completing her NNEB she started as…
Francisca Veale
Assessor, Tutor
Francisca has more than 35 years of salient experience and extensive knowledge in the field of working with children and families, and adults, as well as establishing herself…