
Staff Profiles
Carole Mercier
Manager
"I'm Playgroup Manager here at Duke of Gloucester Playgroup. I have worked here since September 2002. I have 2 lovely daughters, Georgia and Freya and live in Cirencester. I have numerous qualifications in Childcare and have completed my Professional Managers Programme as well as my NVQ Level 3 in Childcare."
Freya Mercier
Deputy Manager & SENCO
"I have worked at The Duke of Gloucester Playgroup since November 2016. I hold a Level 3 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare (Early Years Educator) alongside many other qualifications that I have completed to support my Deputy Manager's & SENCO role. I am also the Special Educational Needs Co-Coordinator; my passion is to support all children who have any other additional needs. My interests include going to the gym and attending various exercise classes."
Sara Kewley
Early Years Practitioner
"I am married with two daughters, I have worked with children for over 22 years. My qualifications include a BTEC Level 3 in Early Years Care and Education and many other qualifications to support my Deputy Manager's role. My hobbies include spending time with my family and going swimming and walking."
Rebecca Isles
Early Years Practitioner & Financial Assistant
"I have lived in the local area for 10 years. I live in Cirencester with my husband and 3 children. I have been at The Duke of Gloucester playgroup on and off since 2010. I was a parent volunteer and on the committee as a Treasurer whilst my youngest children attended the pre-school. I have now returned as the financial administrator and have completed my Level 3 Diploma in Early Learning and Child Care."
Caroline Park
Early Years Practitioner
"I live in Cirencester with my husband Ian and my two little girls. I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years Child Care. I enjoy doing family activities such as baking and being outside. My hobbies include reading and making memories with my family and friends. "
Cally Ramsay
Early Years Practitioner
"I joined the team in December 2019. My husband is currently a serving member of HM Forces at 29 Regiment. I have two dogs that I enjoy walking. I hold a Level 7 SVQ in childcare and have worked in childcare for 8 years. I enjoy exploring and travelling in my spare time."
Anita Gurung
Early Years Practitioner
"I joined the team in November 2021. My husband is currently a serving member of HM Forces at 29 Regiment. My daughter attended Duke of Gloucester Playgroup and has now transitioned into Primary School. I hold a Level 2 Introduction to Early Years Education and Care."
Lauren Stone
Early Years Practitioner
"I joined the team in March 2021. My husband is currently serving member of HM Forces at 29 Regiment. I hold a BA Honours in Early Childhood Studies and a PGCE in Primary Education (3 - 7 years) with a qualified teacher status. I have a young puppy that I enjoy walking.