DUXFORD PRESCHOOL - Key Persons


Carrie Darlington

Job Titles:
  • Deputy Manager
Carrie returned to the childcare sector after taking a break to have her two children. She has been a private nanny and was also previously employed at an after school club. Carrie loves to be outdoors, whatever the weather. Getting messy and seeing the children enjoying themselves, is the best part of her day.

Carrie Marsh

Job Titles:
  • Preschool Practitioner

Gail Farr

Job Titles:
  • Preschool Practitioner
Gail has worked in childcare for over 10 years and joined the Preschool from a large day nursery, but has also worked as a nanny. She loves getting messy and likes trying out new activities with the children. In her spare time she enjoys reading, baking and spending time with friends and family, especially her young son.

Georgina Hamilton

Job Titles:
  • Preschool Practitioner
Georgina has over ten years experience working within childcare, and currently works Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesday. Georgina is a L2 practitioner, but is looking forward to furthering her knowledge and understanding of early years development as she studies towards her Level 3 this year. She has two young boys and as both a mother and a professional she is very passionate about creating new and exciting experiences for children to learn and grow.

Katie Draper

Job Titles:
  • Preschool Manager
Katie is our Preschool Manager, with over 16 years experience working with children. In her spare time Katie and her family enjoy exploring National Trust sites.

Michelle Williams

Job Titles:
  • Deputy Manager
Michelle is one of our deputy managers, currently working 4 days per week. She has over 23 years' experience in childcare, including 15 years in a Reception class and almost 7 years in a Nursery Preschool classroom. Supporting and encouraging young children to become as independent in their learning and development as they can, is her passion. Michelle's favourite part of working with little people is to witness their delight in their own success. Interest outside of childcare include running (crazy events!) and making celebration cakes.

Natalie Hanlon

Job Titles:
  • Business Manager
  • Member of Committee
Natalie is our Business Manager and is responsible for making sure the staff and parents have everything they need. Natalie has a degree in Business Management, and has spent the last two years prior to joining us in 2019, as the Administrator for another local Preschool as well as being the Treasurer of the Duxford Preschool Management Committee. In her spare time, Natalie loves ballroom dancing and regularly competes in competitions around the UK. You will find Natalie in the office on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and contactable via emails at other times.

Sally Hodges

Job Titles:
  • Member of Committee

Stephen Burgess

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of Committee