ABOUT ME

I am a life-long writer, and as the birth of our 2 boys re-affirmed for me, an educator at heart. I believe that teaching is about stimulating both creativity and critical thinking, and the teacher's role is enabling pupils to flourish. I firmly believe that a good tutorial or seminar is one where different minds engage to arrive at thoughts and enthusiasms none could reach individually.

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I've spent the last few years tutoring and working in schools, so I have a keen awareness of the challenges that our UK Education system can entail for pupils and families alike. I have significant experience of Neurodivergence and SEN needs and can tailor tutorials accordingly.

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On the Creative Writing side, I mentor students (young adults and adults) who wish to work on finding their own narrative voice, or who have a first (or third!) draft, and want help making changes. 

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On the English Literature and Language side, I work with students preparing for GCSE, A-Level and University Entrance exams and interviews. It is deeply rewarding to hear back from students and their families when they have managed to improve their grades, and I take real pride in being able to help pupils develop.

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I grew up between Bradford and Leeds, and studied English at Liverpool University and then onto Oxbridge for a fully funded Phd... which I didn't quite finish! It's been a long road to getting published, and you can read more about my own writing in My Portfolio.