At Bradpole Preschool we have eight permanent members of staff including a part-time Office Administrator.  Staff attend weekly training meetings and regular training courses.

Sally Parmiter

Preschool Leader

Sally became one of our Preschool Leads in January 2026. She holds an NVQ Level 4 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development and is also our Special Educational Needs and Disability Co-ordinator (SENCO) and Safeguarding Lead.

Sally lives in Beaminster and has three grown-up children and many wonderful grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, gardening, cooking, and walking.

Nikki Moss

Preschool Leader

Nikki became one of our Preschool Leads in January 2026. She holds a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education, as well as a Level 3 qualification in Forest School training. Nikki is our Forest School Lead and also our Deputy Safeguarding Lead.

Nikki is fun-loving and enjoys engaging in practical activities with the children. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking and sewing.

Ellie Webb

Preschool Deputy Lead

Ellie joined us in September 2021 as an apprentice and has since achieved her Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications as an Early Years Educator. She is currently close to completing her Foundation Degree in Early Years and Childcare.

Ellie lives locally and attended The Sir John Colfox Academy. In her spare time, she enjoys dog walks, camping holidays, and spending time with her family.

Jemma Battrick

Preschool Deputy Lead

Jemma joined us in April 2021, she has a NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education.  Jemma has a warm and bubbly personality, and the children respond very well to her.

Jemma was born in Bridport and still lives there with her partner and two young children. In her spare time, she enjoys animals, family walks, and cooking.

Lisa Hunt

Preschool Practitioner

Lisa has a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education and is a highly experienced member of staff with a calm and gentle approach.

She was born in Bridport and has lived there all her life. Lisa has a grown-up daughter. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, bread making, and sea swimming.

Laura Washington

Preschool Practitioner

Laura joined us in September 2023 and holds an NVQ level 3 in Childcare and Education. She has experience working closely with children with additional needs, and has a calm and patient demeaner.

Laura lives in Bridport with her husband and two children. In her free time Laura enjoys walking, holidays, Formula One and spending time with her family.

Sarah Hopkins

Preschool Practitioner

Sarah joined us in October 2024 and is currently working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare and Education. She is passionate about childcare, and the children thoroughly enjoy her company.

Sarah has lived in Bridport all her life and lives with her husband and young son. In her free time, she enjoys baking and spending time with her family.

Sarah March

Lauren Matterface

Administrator

Lauren has several years of experience working in administration and bookkeeping roles. She is responsible for managing payroll, maintaining financial records, and overseeing the day-to-day administrative tasks for the preschool.

Lauren lives in Bridport with her three children. In her spare time, she enjoys paddle boarding, camping, and exploring the outdoors with her family.