Opening Times:
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 3:00pm
Term Time
Meet our Team!
At Broughton Under Fives, we're lucky to have a wonderful team of caring, dedicated and experienced early years practitioners who help make our preschool such a special place.
Our friendly team is passionate about creating a warm, welcoming environment where every child feels safe, valued and encouraged to be themselves. Through play, exploration and plenty of fun, we support each child's individual interests, development and growing independence.
We believe that building strong relationships with both children and their families is at the heart of everything we do. We're a small, close-knit team who take pride in getting to know every child and helping them feel happy, confident and ready for their next adventure!
Sophie
Manager
Hi! I'm Sophie, I have worked in childcare since 2011 and I feel very passionate about supporting children during their early years.
Throughout my career, I have continued to develop my knowledge and skills and have gained my Level 3 SENCO qualification, which allows me to support children with a range of individual needs and help ensure every child feels included and valued.
I am also a mum of two children, with one starting Year 1 and my youngest attending preschool alongside me. Being a parent has given me an even greater understanding of how important it is for children and their families to feel happy, supported and confident within their early years setting.
Outside of preschool, I am very much a family person. I love spending time with my children and making memories together, whether we are out exploring or simply enjoying time as a family.
I love getting to know all of the children and their families and working with the team to support each child to grow, shine and blossom throughout their time at preschool.
Laura A
Deputy Manager
Hi I’m Laura, the Deputy manager of Broughton Under 5’s. I have my Level 3 in Early Years and hold a full Pedeatric first aid.
With a big smile and an even bigger heart, I love helping little ones grow, learn, and bloom! Every day is an adventure — full of giggles, discoveries, and magical moments. Watching children blossom into confident, curious learners is the best part of my job!
There’s nothing I love more than bringing stories to life and sparking imaginations! Whether it’s roaring like dragons, sailing the seven seas, or painting rainbows, I adore watching children dive into new worlds through stories and creative play. Every tale we share and every masterpiece we make helps little minds dream big and shine bright!
I’m a proud mum of three wonderful children who keep me on my toes and fill my days with laughter and love! In my spare time, I enjoy going to the gym to unwind and stay active, and I love relaxing with my friends and family — making memories, sharing smiles, and enjoying life’s little moments.
Beth
L3 Practitioner
Hi I'm Elizabeth known as Beth. I'm a preschool practitioner at Broughton Under 5's, I have my level 3 in Early Years and hold a full paediatric first aid.
I have been in childcare for 24 years, straight out of school. I love spending time with the children helping them grow and becoming their own little person and I’m always willing to learn more.
I love spending my time outside with the children come rain or shine, spending our time playing football, catch and what's the time Mr Wolf? I have a nuturing side too and you will often see me offering cuddles to who ever needs them!! I also enjoy quiet time reading stories making the childrens imagination come to life!
I'm a proud mum of 2 girls who help me to challenge myself everyday! I love spending my spare time going on bike rides with family, playing walking netball, keeping myself active and listening to rock music.
Laura W
L3 Practitioner
Hi, I am Laura and I have many years of experience working with little ones and helping them grow and blossom in their early years.
I qualified as an N.N.E.B Nursery Nurse in 1990… many years ago and have loved working alongside little ones and families throughout the past 35 years.
Work colleagues say I am like a ray of sunshine in each setting I have worked in and I am looking forward to sprinkling some magic dust within the preschool to ensure each of your little ones sparkle throughout their time with us.
I am a mum to two grown up children and now a loving grandma to 6 grandchildren. We are a close family and we spend a lot of time bouncing on trampolines, finding the Gruffalo on walks and cycling to feed the ducks. In my spare time we have taken on a project of renovating our house, which I have to admit is not as enjoyable as planned but the finished look will be worth it.
I am full of cuddles and happiness and look forward to being part of all the fun within preschool.