Welcome to Manor Road Pre-School

Our History

We are a small happy pre-school offering children the opportunity to develop socially, intellectually and physically in preparation for school.  

The group started in the 1970's by Mary Wheeler, who was supervisor at that time. There were only 12 children per session and the staff worked without pay for the first year to enable them to purchase equipment for the children.

Many of our staff over the years have been mums of children in the group; which has helped us maintain a family-like atmosphere within the heart of Rusthall village.  We work closely with the local schools and value their support, we also liaise with other schools in the area.

Members of staff at Manor Road as follows:

Zoe Woodroofe: 	2012 (NVQ Level 3:  Manager; Senco and Deputy 
                                     DSL
 
Chris Millins: 	1983 Cache level 3, DSL; Health and safety  
                                 officer, behaviour management)

Kelly Watson: 	2018  ( Working with Children Level 3)

Sophie Moon:        2023  (Level 3 working with children)

Beth Ruffell          Joined us September 2025, working towards her Level 3

Cathy Davis            Pre-School Assisstant  (Many years with Manor Road)

Emily Large            Pre-School Assisstant  ( Many Years with Manor Road)

Liz Dobson             Kitchen Assisstant
 	
All Staff hold up to date First Aid and DBS checks Food and Hygiene training 
Their calm authoritative attitude helps even the quietest child settle and feel secure within this new environment.

We look forward to meeting you and your child and hope you will enjoy your time with us