Our Staff
My name is Lucy and I am the manager of the preschool, and also a SENDCO.
I am married, and have 3 sons, and a cockapoo called Molly.
I am passionate about early years and giving children the best possible start in their early education.
Lucy Blake
Manager
& SENDCO
My name is Amy and I have been at Grovelands since September 2021.
I have recently qualified as a Level 3.
I love working with the children and thinking of new activities they will enjoy. I enjoy creative and messy play the best - the messier the better!
Amy Miller
Key Person
My name is Nikki. I'm on Green Team and have been at Grovelands since January 2018.
I live in Faringdon with my husband, 2 sons and our 3-legged rescue cat.
I love seeing the kids grow and develop; and how honest and naturally funny they can be. It brightens my day!
Nikki Markham
Deputy Manager
& SENDCO
My name is Laura and I am 1:1 and Key Person of Purple Team
I've been supporting children at Grovelands since September 2018.
I live in Grove with my husband and 2 children.
I love working with and supporting SEN children and their families to learn, grow and achieve their best.
Laura Gale
1:1 & Key Person
Hi, my name is Viorica!
I'm on Blue team and I started at Grovelands in November 2024.
I live in Grove with my husband and our 2 kids.
I love to help young children achieve their goals and build a strong, creative and positive environment for them.
Viorica Hintar
Key Person
I'm Lianne and I'm the Key Person for Pink Team.
I live in Grove with my husband and our son.
I love finding new activities and especially like messy and sensory play!
Watching the children smile and have fun is the most rewarding part of childcare for me.
Lianne Martin
Key Person
Our Committee
Jordan Sears
Chair
I joined the committee in December 2025 as my daughter is at the preschool.
I am passionate about supporting early years education and giving children the best possible start.
Being involved in the preschool community allows me to work with others to create a safe, welcoming, and positive environment for all children.
Jess Bennett
Treasurer
I joined the committee in March 2022 while my son was at the preschool and have stayed on during my daughter's time there and beyond!
It genuinely feels like we get to make a positive impact on how the preschool runs, and it's a great way to contribute to your local community.
Working with such lovely preschool staff and committee members is a bonus!
Jack Charlton
General
I joined the committee in December 2025