Frequently Asked Questions

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•  BaHons in English Literature
•  PGCE in secondary English teaching
•  Level 7 National SENCo Award from Plymouth University 
• Level 7 qualification in exams access arrangement assessment. 

• Volunteering trip to a Belarusian orphanage whilst at University was the foundation of my career in championing inclusion.
• Teacher of Secondary English.
• Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator at a mainstream upper school.
• Assistant Headteacher.
• Trust lead for SEN.
• Advisory teacher for a local authority for SEN and Children Looked After.
• Inclusion training creator and facilitator.
• Strategic and whole school SEND development.
• Specialist assessor.
• Exams access arrangement assessor.
• Lead in creation of Somerset's Graduated Response Tool.  Somerset’s Graduated Response Tool 

I am a qualified Specialist Dyslexia Assessor and Tutor with over 25 years of teaching experience and a current Assessment Practising Certificate (APC). I am a member of both the Dyslexia Guild and PATOSS.

I am passionate about helping young people overcome literacy difficulties and build confidence in their learning. I believe that a professional dyslexia assessment, carried out with skill and sensitivity, can play a key role in this journey. My aim is to ensure the process is positive and empowering, helping children and parents understand any learning challenges while providing clear recommendations and practical next steps for support.

In my free time, I can usually be found walking my dog in the Somerset countryside, playing tennis, running, or crocheting.

We work to support education for children aged 5-25.

Each service can be commissioned as a stand alone service, but I also offer packages which offer better value. Much of my work is tailored specifically to you, so get in touch to let me know what you may need and I can give you pricing.