St Swithun’s School has announced the appointment of Shelly Say as the new head of EYFS in the prep school.
Ms Say will join the school in the summer term, overseeing the preschool and reception classes, as well as leading the early years staff team.
She will also be part of the prep school’s senior leadership team.
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Shelley Say will also be part of the prep school’s senior leadership team (Image: St Swithun’s School) Ms Say will join the St Swithun’s family from Prince’s Mead School, where she is its current head of EYFS, as well as a member of the senior leadership team.
In her current role, she manages the early years staff team and teaches a reception class.
Ms Say has worked at Prince’s Mead for 10 years and was integral in the setting up of its nursery.
Prior to that, she worked at Eton End School and Chafyn Grove School in early years roles.
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Talking about the appointment, Liz Norris, head of St Swithun’s Prep, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Shelly to the St Swithun’s community.
“She brings a wealth of early years’ experience to the school, and I know the parents and children will love getting to know her.
“We are passionate about giving our students the very best start to their educational journey.
“I have no doubt that Shelly will help ensure our youngest students will have exactly that whilst also making their time here full of adventure and fun.”
Ms Say added: “I am absolutely delighted to be joining the St Swithun’s family as head of early years. I am passionate about creating nurturing and inspiring environments where children can flourish and develop a lifelong love of learning. I look forward to working closely with the dedicated team, parents, and, most importantly, the wonderful children at St Swithun’s Prep.
“Together, we’ll ensure their first steps in education are filled with joy, curiosity, and adventure.”
Ms Say will succeed Sue Powell, who recently relocated abroad with her family after three and half years at the school.
Prospective families are invited to meet Ms Say and explore the early years facilities at St Swithun’s Prep School during the upcoming early years open afternoon on Friday, March 14 at 1.30pm.