The Playgroup Committee

In April 1999 Dacre Banks Pre-School Playgroup was registered as a charity and is now managed by a committee of trustees (“Management Committee”) who are enthusiastic and committed to the continuation of Playgroup’s success and achievements. Playgroup is also registered with OFSTED and receives Government funding through North Yorkshire Early Years Partnership for eligible children.
The Management Committee is responsible for matters such as staffing, fund raising and financial management. Marsha Barrett and Sarah Graham, our joint Play leaders, are responsible for the day to day running of the playgroup and quality of the educational provision it provides.
The Management Committee meets regularly and we welcome suggestions from all parents and carers on how we can improve our service.

Who is on the committee?

Sarah Taylor

Chair

I am married to Richard and we have two children, Lily and Max. I have been an Early Years teacher for 12 years but am currently on a career break to spend more time with my family. I enjoy jogging (very slowly), power walking and swimming. I am really enjoying the opportunity to work with all the staff and committee members of such a warm, fun and exciting playgroup!

Sarah Selkirk

Vice-Chair

I am married to Simon and we have two daughters, Daisy (4) and Beatrice (3). Daisy is at Summerbridge School and Bea attends the playgroup. Simon and I have run our own recruitment business for 4 years and live in Summerbridge. Prior to that I worked within the financial sector in London. I enjoy swimming, cycling and walking - when I get the chance!

Nigel Hirst

Treasurer

I am married to Alexandra and we have 2 children, Francesca and Thomas, both of whom attended the playgroup, but are now at Dacre Braithwaite C of E Primary School. I was formerly an Inspector with West Yorkshire Police and retired after 30 years service. I now run my own business teaching clay target and game shooting. Hobbies are clay shooting, tennis and fishing - children and wife permitting.

Philippa Baker

Secretary

I am married to Steve and a full time mum to Amelia and Finn, who are 4 years old. We live in Low Laithe and I enjoy most sports and play hockey and squash.

Rachel Fort

Committee Member

I joined the Committee in 2007.
I am enthusiastic to be part of a team that not only ensures a successful, productive Playgroup but a happy one too!
I have 2 daughters, Lauren (5) who is now at Dacre Braithwaite school and Martha (3) who is in her final year at playgroup.
Prior to having Martha, I spent the last 14 years working in HR and Training, latterly as a Global Trainer for a US company.

Clare Jackson

Committee Member

I have a son Dominic who regularly attends playgroup. I have lived in Dacre Banks since 2001 and am married to Andy. I work for myself from home offering independent mortgage, protection and general insurance advice.
Having a financial services background I help playgroup mainly with finances and invoicing but am happy to do whatever I can to help!

Jo Parkin

Committee Member

I am married to Jonathan and we have gorgeous twin girls Lizzie and Connie, who are 3. I work part time at the hospital in Harrogate as a Sister and Bed Manager. As a family we enjoy walking, swimming and socialising. I am a very enthusiastic person and am looking forward to the fundraising aspect of being a committee member.

Lisa Burton

Committee Member

I am 28 years old and live in Fellbeck with my husband Allan and our children, Keira who is 3 and Finlay who was born in August 2009. I am new to the committee this year and with experience in planning/marketing events will be focusing mainly on fundraising, although I am happy to help where ever I can.

Rebecca Morrell

Committee Member

I'm Paddy's mum.

I have experience in legislation and auditing, so help out mostly with Health & Safety and other compliance issues.

I also have another little boy Dan, who attended playgroup for two very happy years but left this year to start school.

Lesley Hugill

Committee Member

I am married to Jonathan and have two children, William (6) and Rebecca (4). We moved to Bewerley in 2007.

I was a primary school teacher for 13 years but am currently enjoying being a full time mum,

Amy Wood

Committee Member

I am the mother of Martha who is loves attending playgroup. I also have a 12 year old son, Sam who goes to Ashville College.

I live in West End and used to be a Neurosurgical Nurse but left when my son was 7 to help my husband with his building company.

It could be you...

Future Committee Member

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Management Committee please let us know!