William Older Playgroup,

Angmering, West Sussex

01903 771025

THE PLAYGROUP’S TEAM

The playgroup is ably managed by Sue Droy.  Sue has worked in childcare for many years and has recently achieved her NVQ Level 4. 

Sue is well supported by her Deputy Manager, Cindy Forysth.  Cindy is qualified with a NVQ Level 3 in Child Care.

 The playgroup employs a further 10 playgroup assistants, and also has a number of bank staff who are used on an as-and-when required basis.  All staff are Criminal Record Bureau checked and have undertaken Paediatric First Aid and Child Protection Courses. 

 Staff have recently attended the following courses:

• Promoting Positive Behaviour

• Observation

• Linking Sounds and Letters

There are normally 4 to 5 adults per session, and we follow strict guidelines on staff/children ratios.

PARENTAL HELP

We also welcome parents or grandparents to assist on a regular or occasional basis.  A Criminal Record Bureau check is required.

MANAGEMENT

The playgroup has an elected Committee and a Board of Trustees who hold overall responsibility for the management of the playgroup.  The Committee works hard to support Sue and her team in many ways, including fundraising for new equipment.

KEY PERSON

Each child is allocated a key person for the duration of their stay at William Older. 

The key worker is responsible for maintaining each child’s Learning Journal – this is a written record of their individual goals and achievements. 

They are also charged with forging a relationship with their key children and their families so that the emotional needs of the child are met as well as the educational. 

Curriculum Evenings are held for parents to view and discuss progress.