Meet The Team

Nursery Vision

At Henshaw Nursery every child is valued as a unique individual and will fulfil their potential through a lifelong love of learning.

Arlene Bowes- Manager / EYTS /NPQEYL

I am an Early Years Teacher and qualified SENCO as well as Mental Health First Aider for children and adults. I am passionate about ensuring the children in our care meet their full potential through inspiring experiences. Not only is the children and their development important to me but also their families and I believe building trusting relationships with them is as crucial as with the child. In my spare time I enjoy walking my dog, listening to music and going to the theatre!

Catherine Borrow - Deputy Manager / EYTS

I am working towards becoming a children’s mental health champion, as my biggest passion within childcare is safeguarding and mental health. I like spending time with my family, walking my dog and socialising with my friends.

Alana Brown- Level 3

I am currently on maternity leave but my in my Nursery role I am a key person to a group of children. I am a mammy to two little boys and a dog, which I love to spend time with and going for walks. I enjoy catching up with family and friends, going for meals and family holidays.

Sarah Horsley- Level 3

I am a key person to a group of children and enjoy messy play experiences supporting children’s development in Prime Areas of learning. In my spare time I enjoy walking the dogs and spending time with my family.

Debbie McLoughlin (Forest School and Wrap-around Lead) - BA Hons

I have worked with children for nearly 20 years. I am passionate about Early Years and developing children’s interests, skills and knowledge through play. I am working towards Level 3 Forest School Leader, which will allow me to create a nurturing forest environment to promote sensory outdoor learning while enhancing children’s love of nature. I enjoy walking and taking part in Exercise classes.

Emma Elliott- Level 3

I have been part of the Henshaw nursery team since 2020. I love working with children you get to watch them learn and grow independently in a fun and stimulating environment and be able to help them reach there milestones. I enjoy spending time with my family and making memories with my little boy.

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Charlotte Watson- Level 3

I am a key person to our younger group of children. Charlotte enjoys baking and spending time with friends and family.

Katie Rowell- Level 3

I am enjoying watching the children progressing and learning new skills. In my spare time I like walking the dog and spending time with my family.

Eve Barrett - Level 2 Apprentice



Lillie McDonough - Level 3 Apprentice

Helen Revels- Chair of Directors

I am an early year’s teacher with nearly 20 years’ experience of early years’ settings. I have a masters in early years’ education. I have been a director with Henshaw Nursery for 2 years. I currently hold the role of chair and have specific responsibilities for safeguarding and health and safety. I am also a mental health first aider. In my spare time I enjoy yoga and walking the dogs.