Kineton Playgroup
After School Club and Holiday Club
Our Staff
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
At Kineton Playgroup, our friendly and caring team is at the heart of everything we do. We work together to create a welcoming environment where every child feels safe, valued and ready to explore, play and learn.
Each member of staff brings their own interests, strengths and ideas, helping us offer a rich variety of experiences for the children. Whether sharing a favourite story, exploring outdoors or celebrating a new achievement, we take time to build positive relationships and nurture each child’s confidence, curiosity and independence.
We believe that getting to know families is just as important as getting to know the children. By working closely with parents and carers, listening to your insights and sharing those special everyday moments, we can support your child as they grow and develop.
Get to know the people who make Kineton Playgroup a special place below!
Carol
Manager
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Open University Certificate in Early Years Practice (Level 4)
Joined the team in 1998
Tor
Deputy Manager
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Designated Teacher for Children in Care and Previously Children in Care
Time to Talk Speech and Language Champion
Certificate of Higher Education in Education Studies (primary) (Level 4)
Mental Health First Aider
Time to Talk (Level 3)
Joined the team in 2006-2011 and returned in 2019
Xianna
Deputy Manager
Forest School Leader
Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator
Time to Talk Speech and Language Champion
BA(Hons) Early Years Care and Education (Level 6 )
Forest School Leader (Level 3)
Time to Talk (Level 3)
Joined the team in 2012
Marie H
Senior Practitioner
KASC & Holiday Club Leader
Forest School Assistant
Children's Care, Learning & Development (Level 3)
Forest School Assistant (level 2)
Joined the team in 1997
Clare
Senior Practitioner
Holiday Club & Forest School Leader
Time to Talk Speech and Language Champion
Diploma for Young People's Workforce (Level 3)
Forest School Leader (Level 3)
Time to Talk (Level 3)
Joined the team in 2011
Toni
Senior Practitioner
Time to Talk Speech and Language Champion
Early Years Teacher Status (Level 6)
Time to Talk (Level 3)
Joined the team in 2022
Sarah
Senior Practitioner
Higher Level Teaching Assistant Status
Children's Learning & Development (Level 5)
Joined the team in 2006
Chrissie
Practitioner
Assistant Special Educational Needs Coordinator
Level 3 Childcare, Early Years Educator
Joined the team in 2018
Lalla
Practitioner
Early Years Educator Level 3
Joined the team in 2022
Jennie
Practitioner
Maternity Cover
Early years educator level 3
Joined the team in 2026
Ingrid
Assistant Practitioner
Joined the team in 2015
Flo
Cleaner
Joined the team in 2026
Liv
Breakfast and KASC Assistant
Joined in 2022
Colette
KASC and Holiday Club Assistant
Joined in 2022
Marie S
Breakfast, KASC and Holiday Club Assistant
Joined in 2025
Em
Practitioner Currently on Maternity Leave
Level 3 Childcare, Early Years Educator
Joined the team in 2018
Lynda
Cleaner
Joined the team in
Kate
Breakfast, KASC and Holiday Club Assistant
Joined the team in 2023