I am a passionate teacher, specialising in the Early Years. I was an LA moderator for the EYFS and I am an NPQML trainer.
I am inspired by the structure of the Jolly Phonics programme and fully supportive of its kinesthetic approach, so that all learners are engaged and motivated. Myself and other staff in the school where I work have modelled lessons for the training and delivery of synthetic phonics and Jolly Grammar, to EYFS and KS1 practitioners from around the world. The school has also been involved in reviewing and trialling Jolly Learning materials. Furthermore I have supported the development of EYFS provision and phonics development through training and mentoring in other schools.
I have in depth subject knowledge and am passionate about all children becoming fluent readers and writers through the skilled teaching and delivery of high quality phonic lessons. As a Senior Deputy Headteacher, I have experience of developing the teaching of synthetic phonics at my current school and in previous settings.
I also have extensive experience of supporting synthetic phonics development in other schools, including those in difficulty. I was privileged to be a guest speaker at a Jolly Learning conference, sharing good practice.
