I’m Kate Ward, and I’m excited to join the St. Paul’s team after 20 years in early years education. I have a strong appreciation for outdoor play and hands-on learning.

At St. Paul’s, we create a fun and nurturing environment that brings out the best in children. Our child-led approach helps each child flourish, encouraging curiosity and creativity as they explore and learn. We have a wonderful, experienced team at the nursery, and we look forward to welcoming your children into our community!

It was an absolute blessing to have seen all four of my children journey with such enjoyment through St. Paul's Nursery. Now it is an equal pleasure to pay the blessing forward through serving the church and community as part of this wonderful nursery team.

Having a love and a passion for people, please do not hesitate to contact me as your first port of call if you have any queries. I am always here to help.

Since qualifying as a primary school teacher in 2010, I have been privileged enough to teach from the Early Years right the way up to Year 6. I qualified with Music as my specialism and I have always had an interest in the role music can play in child development. My daughter attended St Paul's Nursery and it was during this time that I realised what a special place St Paul's Church Nursery truly was and is. When a child feels safe and happy, they can thrive emotionally and academically and I feel very lucky to be a part of this nurturing and talented team.

I am a new member of the St Paul’s Nursery School team. After qualifying in 2009, I began my teaching career as a primary school teacher, predominantly working in reception classes. I then progressed to become the Early Years Foundation Stage leader. I took a career break over the last few years to be at home with my three children. Now, I have returned to early years education and am thrilled to be doing what I love best! My favourite aspect of early years education is the freedom and ability to have fun, get messy, and be creative. I feel very privileged to be part of such a nurturing and friendly team.

I have always had a love for teaching children, and after qualifying as a primary school teacher I taught locally for many years. All 3 of my children began their journey of learning at St Paul’s Church Nursery School, so it is a real privilege to now be part of the team. I love seeing the younger children join our close-knit nursery family, and then blossom into older children ready for big school when they leave. I enjoy nurturing their individual needs and in particular broadening their world through Forest School and outdoor learning.

I have worked in Early Years settings for many years. I started off in a nursery working with all ages from 3 months all the way up to pre school. I loved my time there and that’s where I realised I loved working with children. I went on to become a nanny for a family of 3 children which was a wonderful four years. Once I had my first child I went onto Childminding which worked so well for me as I could stay at home with my first child but carry on working in the Early Years.

All 3 of my children have attended St. Paul’s nursery, I have loved watching them thrive here. I began as a volunteer helper and now I’m studying for the Forest School level 3 leadership course! I am so excited to now be working here!