Meet the Team

Karen Tuckey

Supervisor

Hi my name is Karen Tuckey and I am the Supervisor and SEND Co-ordinator of the preschool.  I joined the committee in 2005 and then joined the team as a Preschool Assistant in 2006,  I was then promoted to Supervisor in 2012.    I have achieved my NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, Learning and Development and attend many training courses throughout the year to keep up to date with current practice and legislation.

I enjoy getting to know the children and families who join our preschool and love how rewarding it is watching the children in our care learn, develop and have great fun.  We are part of the Curiosity Approach Accreditation and I feel privileged to be able to join the children on a journey of curiosity, joy, awe and wonder and know that I played a small part in creating the “Thinkers and Doers” of the future.

I live in the Village with my husband and have two grown up children who are currently studying at University.  In my spare time I like to socialise with my friends and family and make the occasional cake or two!

Emma Winfield

Deputy Supervisor

Hello, my name is Emma Winfield and I joined the team in February 2013 after volunteering as a Mothers Help. My 3 children have attended the pre-school so I have had close ties with everyone for many years. I have a Level 3 in Early Learning and Childcare. I also attend other training courses throughout the year to help keep my knowledge up to date. 

Understanding that every child is unique with their own interests and learning styles, I enjoy watching the children’s curiosity and imagination spark while they explore loose parts and natural materials. The things you can do with a piece of guttering, amazing!
Being there to support our little learners to one day become future leaders is an honour and a joy.
My three boys are now taller than me, I love spending time with them and my husband very much, not forgetting our dog Teddy and Rodney the tortoise.

Sharon Woodcraft

Hi, my name is Sharon Woodcraft. I joined the team in September 2015 after many years working with young children as a Registered Childminder. I have achieved my NVQ level 3 in childcare and attend many training courses which keeps my knowledge of childcare up to date. I am thoroughly enjoying our journey with The Curiosity Approach which makes the children’s learning and development a fun and natural experience. Resulting in the children becoming confident, independent little people before they leave us for their new venture.

I live locally with my two grown up children, and 2 dogs, spending time with them and a couple of close friends are what I enjoy most.

Christine Thorp

Hi, my name is Christine Thorp. I joined the team in 2016, after my daughter attended the pre-school and I became a member of the committee. I have completed a level 2 NVQ in early years learning and childcare, and also ensure I keep up to date with any essential training.
I love the challenge the children bring to every day life. Sharing my love of art, dance and music into the setting and seeing the children use their skills to adapt that knowledge is a gift. Our new approach has opened the children’s skills up to a more imaginative way of learning and we are loving seeing and learning this with them.
I live locally with my daughter, our dog Nettle, cat Oscar and guinea pigs.

Fay Frost

Hello, my name is Fay and I joined the lovely team in January 2025. Having previously worked in Education Recruitment and after having my own little girl, it made me curious to see the other side of the role, I thought what better job could there be than watching the growth of independent, amazing minds. And, wow has it opened my eyes. I enjoy thriving off of seeing the little one’s imaginations get sparked and absolutely love seeing their little creative minds come to life.

Anything sports based tends to come more naturally to me, however the little ones sure are helping to get my creative brain developed! I have completed many up to date training courses and I will also be starting my NVQ Lvl 2 in September 2025, which I am so excited to get stuck into.

I live in the village with my 3 year old daughter and long term partner. We also recently added 4 little paws to our family; our little puppy Barney who we love taking out on walks.