Partou appoints head of early years

Day nursery provider Partou has appointed Sam Sleeman-Boss as head of early years.

Sam joins from Ofsted, where she spent ten years working across inspection, quality and policy within the early education sector.

Most recently, she served as early education quality and practice lead, playing a key role in developing inspection frameworks and supporting providers.

In her new role, Sam will help shape early years provision across Partou’s network of nurseries.

She said: “I’m incredibly excited to be joining Partou as head of early years.

“Its approach to early learning, which empowers each child to reach their full potential, is significantly influencing the sector.

“I’m passionate about creating high-quality, nurturing environments where all children belong and thrive.

“I look forward to working with teams across the organisation to build on Partou’s commitment to delivering inspiring and inclusive early years education, particularly for those children who need it most.”

Sam’s appointment strengthens the organisation’s leadership as it continues to support high-quality childcare across the UK.

Kirsty Jackson, Partou childcare and operations director, added: “It is a major coup for us to recruit someone with Sam’s reputation and standing in the sector to such a pivotal position.

“With more than 30 years of experience across early years and children’s services, she has a deep understanding of practice on the ground, alongside a strong commitment to supporting leaders, teams and inclusive, nurturing environments for children.

“Sam will bring a thoughtful, collaborative approach to quality and improvement, grounded in real experience and a genuine passion for early years education.

“We are thrilled to welcome her to the team.”

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