Committee 

As a registered charity we are run by a volunteer committee.  Committee members are the charity trustees of the Pre-school and they support our fundraising and help make decisions.  Our current committee was elected on Thursday 17th October 2024.  If you would like to speak to the committee about fundraising, events, ideas or joining the committee you can contact the trustees via email at one of the addresses below:

Cathryn Leech

Committee Chair

chair@shp-preschool.co.uk

Cathryn joined the committee after her son joined the Pre-school in September 2022. Her daughter joined us in January 2024 so this is Cathryn's 3rd year with us. She enjoys supporting the Pre-school and be involved in fundraising events.  She has previous experience working in holiday clubs and organising children's parties. In her "spare" time she likes spending time with her family; exploring new places and socialising with friends. Having played a huge part in our events over the past 2 years, this year Cathryn has stepped up to be our Chair of the committee.  

Kelsie Hodgson

Committee Treasurer

treasurer@shp-preschool.co.uk

Kelsie joined the committee in September 2023 when her eldest son started at the Pre-school.  Kelsie loves helping with all Pre-school functions and more. Before going on maternity leave Kelsie worked at a local vets as a veterinary nurse for 5 years.  She is soon returning to work at the vets and her youngest son will start Pre-school in January. In her spare time she loves to spend time with her family, crafting, travelling and socialising with her friends. Kelsie also has previous finance experience and having been the committee secretary last year, this year Kelsie has taken on the Treasurer's role. 


Ciarra Chummun

Committee Secretary

secretary@shp-preschool.co.uk

Ciarra joined the committee after her son started at the Pre-school in September 2024. She works full time in public services. Ciarra is really excited to be involved in future events and support the Pre-school. She likes day trips and holidays with friends and family, reading, red velvet cake and hot chocolate.  


Sarah Giannotta

Committee Member

Sarah joined the committee in 2019, when she became the Pre-school Manager. She supports the committee and works closely with it's members to ensure the Pre-school is a happy thriving place for the children and their families. She has a degree in Early years Learning and Development and has worked in Early Years settings since 1994.  She has lived in Bracknell for 21 years and has 2 sons who are 19 and 11 years old. Sarah enjoys being outdoors, going for walks, camping and reading. She has family and friends dotted around the UK as well as in Italy and loves going to visit them during the holidays.  


Donna Hart

Committee Member

Donna has been working at the Pre-school since 2017, when her youngest child left for 'big school' . In her spare time, she enjoys weekends away with friends, and spending time with her 3 children, husband and dog, Pumpkin the Saluki!  At Preschool, she loves any messy play, being in the garden and dancing. Donna was recently promoted to Deputy Manager and is really enjoying her new role. 


Charlotte Flores

Committee Member

Charlotte was keen to be part of the committee when her son started Pre-school in January 2024.  Having worked in childcare for 14 years before having her son, she has a real interest in Early Years. Charlotte says she is looking forward to being involved and giving back, as well as meeting and getting to know other parents.  


Claire Bowden 

Committee Member

Claire joined the committee when her daughter started Pre-school in October 2024.  She has worked in the private education sector for the last 9 years. Claire is looking forward to being involved in supporting the Pre-school and helping plan future events. She likes spending time with friends and family, weekends away, swimming and reading.  


Beth Davis


All of our new members will be introduced in more detail soon.