Staff

Farmyard Friends

We are always working hard to ensure we provide the service that is right for you and your child. All staff are dedicated to the care, learning and happiness of all the children within our care.

Having the right staff is key in supporting your child’s learning and development. At Farmyard Friends we have exceptionally highly qualified and experienced practitioners who are committed to continual professional development.

Proprietor & Managing Director & Safeguarding Lead, Caroline Basham holds a BA (hons) degree in Early Years Care and Education and has Early Years Professional Status.

Caroline is supported by her management team as follows:

Nursery Manager, SEND Co-ordinator and Safeguarding Lead - Kristina Bamford who has a Level 4 in Understanding Early Years and a Level 4 in Nursery Management.

 

Deputy Manager - Bethan Ashbridge - Level 5 - Foundation Degree in Learning Support

 

Pre School Co-ordinator - Steph Wilson - Level 5 - Children's and Young Peoples Advanced Practice

 

Management Support Worker - Rebecca Nicholson - Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Childcare Practice & Management 

 

Toddler Room Co-ordinator - Sarah Fells - Level 4 in Understanding Early Years

 

Baby Room Co-ordinator - Leanne Fowler who has a Level 4 in Advanced Childcare Practice and Management.

 

Our dedicated and caring team of qualified nursery nurses includes  Clare Bond Level 3, Adele Kubicki Level 3, Millie Ashmore Level 3, Amy Mattinson Level 3, Emma Dixon Level 5, Catherine Basham Level 3, Kirsty Taylor Level 3, Leah Evans Level 3, Katie Walker Level 2 who is studying Primary Teaching and  we have a nursery apprentice,  Jessica Uscroft who is currently studying Level 3.


All staff hold Paediatric First Aid, Food Safety and Safeguarding children qualifications which are updated regularly. The quality of our staff is the best possible guarantee that your child will experience high quality care and learning experiences.

We also have the support of the East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Early Years Team and have strong links with our local Children’s Centre in Hornsea.