I have worked in ten different primary schools across Cheshire over 39 years as a teacher and a Head Teacher.
Four years ago I retired from primary education in schools and joined Staffs Uni to support the training of new teachers.
I work as a School Improvement Partner and consultant in primary schools.
I am Chair of Governors in a large primary school in Crewe and a governor in a secondary school.
I work part time as a tutor supporting students to become the best teachers possible for our children. I believe that the quality of relationship between teacher and pupil is critical to the development of children’s brains, hearts and souls.
The other part of my time I work as an artist in the fields of drawing, printmaking, animation and film.
I am currently studying for an MA in Fine Art.
Academic qualifications
Expertise
- Primary Education
- Art
- Creative development of curriculum
- Management of behaviours
- Some SEN expertise
- Leadership development
Research interests
I am currently researching in the area of art.
Teaching
I am a tutor for PGCE and QTS students.
Postgraduate supervision
- I am a tutor on the PGCE primary course,
- I have worked as a tutor for the Troops to Teachers programme.