About
St Matthew’s playgroup is a registered charity, located within the grounds of St Matthew’s church and runs independently of St Matthew’s school. Our hall is large and easily accessible to all, this enables us to offer a wide range of activities to suit all abilities, need and interests.
Our children start from 2 years to school age, with specific pre school and rising three days, along with days where the groups are mixed. We are open term time only and our term dates run in line with those of St Matthew’s school.
Our playgroup is committee run by parents past and present who with our Chairperson Paula King oversee the business side of the group including organising fundraising events. Playgroup are keen to include all parents that are interested to join our committee and become involved.
Meet the Team
Lisa Cowley
Playleader
Lisa started working for playgroup in 1999 and took over as playleader in 2007. She holds an NVQ Level 4 qualification in Early Years. Lisa is Designated Safeguarding Lead
Hannah Smith
Hannah started working at playgroup in 2021 and has completed a level 3 qualification in early years.
She has recently taken on the role of our Special Educational Needs Coordinator
Lauren Cowley
Deputy Playleader
Lauren started working at playgroup in 2013. She holds a Level 3 Diploma in Early Years.
Anna Rogers
Ofsted Reg Number - 101674
All staff hold current Safeguarding, First Aid, Food Hygiene training and have undertaken various other training including Total Communication. We also hold a Kite Mark after completing several online courses through Dingley's Promise.