Staff Profiles
Rachael Spilsbury
Nursery Manager
I joined the team in July 2024 and became the Playgroup Manager in September 2024. My husband is currently a serving member of HM Forces at 29 Regiment. I live on the Barracks with my Husband and 3 young children. I hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree with Qualified Teacher Status to support my role and I have worked with children for 20 Years. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family.
Carole Mercier
Business Manager
"I'm the Business 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 & SENDCo
"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). I am also currently completing a Honours Degree in Early Childhood Studies. I have recently completed by Level 3 Award for Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator in Early Years setting which supports my role of SENDCo; my passion is to ensure all children who have SEN are fully included and supported. My interests include going to the gym and attending various exercise classes."
Jonati Rokomaiqisa
Assistant Deputy Manager & Early Years Practitioner
"I joined the team in January 2023. My husband is currently a serving member of HM Forces at 29 Regiment. I live on the Barracks with my Husband and 3 youngest children. I hold a Level 3 Diploma in Pre-School Practice. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family".
Sara Kewley
Early Years Practitioner
"I have two daughters, and 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 role. My hobbies include spending time with my family and going swimming and walking."
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."