Mrs Sharon Matthews

Proprietor

Sharon opened Compton Preschool in 1997 and continues to be the proprietor. Although Sharon has recently stepped down as Manager she is still involved in the preschool providing cover and support when needed.

Mrs Sam Matthews

Manager, Designated Safeguarding Officer

Sam is our Manager and Designated Safeguarding officer. She started in Early Years at 16 as an apprentice in a nursery. Sam has been at Compton Preschool since 2017 and holds a Level 5 lead practitioners qualification where she achieved a Distinction.

During December 26 – July 27 Sam will be on Maternity leave.

Mrs Lisa Jones

Deputy Manager, Deputy SENDCO

Lisa has been with us at Compton Preschool since January 2025. Lisa has a degree in early years and has been within the industry for 27 years. Lisa is our deputy manager who will be acting Manager whilst Sam Matthews is on Maternity leave during December 26-July 27.

Mrs Jo Mapps

Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo) & Deputy Safeguarding officer

Jo has been with us at Compton Preschool since September 2024 after deciding to make a change from teaching in Primary school. Jo is our SENDCO and our deputy safeguarding officer. Whilst Sam is on maternity leave Jo will be taking the role of deputy manager also.

Mrs Jannine Miller

Preschool Assistant

Jannine has been with us since January 2025 and holds a level 3 in Early years. She has been in early years for nearly 20 years!

Mrs Claire Chapple

Pre-school assistant

Claire has been with us at Compton Preschool for over 20 years and holds a level 3 in Early Years.

Lauren Hawnton

Preschool Assistant

Lauren is one of our preschool practitioners who has been with us since March 2026. Lauren holds a Level 3 in Early Years and has been in early years since 2010.