Pre-School

Vicki Golding - Deputy Manager

I am Vicki.  I have been working at Rising Fives for three years as Deputy Manager.  I have over nineteen years experience in child care, ranging from birth to 8 years of age.  I have worked in nurseries, schools and pre-schools.  I have undertaken various courses and further developed my understanding and knowledge. I enjoy a challenge and love working with the children and supporting the staff.

Susan Clarke - SENCO

My name is Susan and I have been working at Rising Fives since December 2014. 

I have been working with children both as a childminder and a pre-school assistant since May 2011. 

I have a NVQ level 3 in Childcare and Children’s Workforce. 

I have been Rising Fives SENCO since March 2015 and have attended a wide range of courses including Autism awareness, Communication and Sensory workshop as well as Child Protection.

Michaela Pyle

Hello, I am Michaela. 

I completed my NVQ level 3 qualification in 'Children in the workforce' in 2014 and I have been working at Rising Fives for two years. I love my job, it is lots of fun and hard work at times but very rewarding. I enjoy spending time interacting and playing with the children, watching them develop and grow. I feel lucky to be part of this and making a difference to their start in life.

I live in Whitchurch with my family.  I have three children of my own, a daughter and two sons.

Sarah Kelly

Hi. My name is Sarah. I’ve been working here at Rising Fives since November 2013 and thoroughly enjoy it. I love that fact that no two days are the same. I take great satisfaction knowing I’ve helped the children grow and develop during their time here and leave ready for their journey into school. Rising Fives is a lovely place to work and we have a brilliant team.

Vicky Cassidy

I am Vicky and I started work at Rising Fives in March 2014.  After gaining my NNEB qualification 20 years ago, I have worked as a nanny and also in nurseries.  I love playing with the children and I make sure there are lots of fun and exciting activities for the children to enjoy.  I continue to work hard to develop our Outside Area as I like to bring in new challenges for the childen.

Rachel Abbott

My name is Rachel and I have been Administrator of Rising Fives since 2007 when my daughter was here.  I look after the finances on a day to day basis and have the AAT Level 4 Diploma.  I work closely with the committee and the staff.  I also manage general administrative tasks and help keep Rising Fives running smoothly.