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It takes a big heart to help shape little minds

Our Team

"Alone we can do so little, Together we can do so much" - Hellen Keller

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Judith Owen

Owner/ Manager

I am Judith and I have a BA in Early Childhood studies and am a qualified Early Years Teacher. I have  been working as an early years teacher for 16 years. I was  was originally the manager of Early Steps before buying the preschool in December 2017. I  originally worked in insurance, before finding my passion for working in the Early Years sector. I have 2 of my own children (both who work for the preschool). When not working, I enjoys concerts, the theatre, reading... and watching Liverpool FC!

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Lisa Hobbs

Early Years Practitioner

Hi, I am Lisa. I have a level 6 in childcare and I have recently completed my degree in Early Years Education. I have been working at Early Steps Preschool since not long after it first opened. I have 3 of my own children, one of which nearing the end of primary school and two in secondary. In my spare time I enjoy walking. 

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Emma Stevens

Early Years Practitioner

Hi, I’m Emma, i am training to do my level 3 in childcare with Jace training. I have 3 children, 2 of whom went to Early Steps, which is how I came to fall in love with it. I started working here 2 years ago and I really enjoy working in the setting because it has a lovely family feel. In my spare time I like spending time with my family and socialising with my friends. 

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James Owen

Early Years Practitioner

Hi, I'm James. I am currently working on my level 3 in Early Years through Jace. I have been working at Early Steps for nearly 4 years. In the future, I hope to progress and become a primary school teacher. Outside of work, I enjoy gaming, playing with my dog and playing or watching football, especially Liverpool FC. 



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Sophie Berry

Early Years Practitioner

Hello, my name is Sophie. I am level 2 qualified and i am currently working on my level 3 through Jace. I have been with the preschool for over 2 years. Outside of work, I am often babysitting or working on my level 3. I also enjoy listening to music, watching television and taking care of my pet hamster. I love thinking of different activities for the children, which are both fun and educational. 



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Claire Maguire

Early Years Practitioner

Hi, my name is Claire. I have a level 4 in childcare and I am currently studying for my Early Years Foundation Degree. I have been in childcare for over twenty years. I have two children who are in their beginning years of secondary school. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my two sons and I am also a very big football fan and enjoy going to watch my favourite teams.

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Charlotte Owen

Preschool Assistant

Hi I am Charlotte and have been working at the preschool for around 3 years as a preschool assistant. I work in between going to college, where I am studying business, photography and textiles. I really enjoy doing the creative side of things. In my spare time I like to play Xbox and watch television, I also love to go to the theatre and concerts. 

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Samantha Allen

Early Years Practitioner

Hi, my name is Samantha. I have worked with children from the age of 15. I have my NVQ level 2 in early years care and education. 

I have three boys and a step daughter, two are still in first school and the other two are in secondary school.

In my spare time I enjoy swimming and going to football with my husband and children as we are big time football fans and enjoy going to watch out favourite team. 

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Amanda Panchenko

Early Years Practitioner

Hello, my name is Amanda and I am a level 3 practitioner. I have worked in childcare for some time and recently became part of the team with early steps. I have 1 child and in my spare time I like spending time with my family and friends.

Pictures of the preschool - inside and outside 

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