Hi, I'm Nic. My background experience is in primary teaching and leadership in a variety urban and rural primary school settings. Throughout my career I have worked with young people with varying specific needs and I bring an adaptable approach to learning which is delivered through preferred learning styles. 

I am passionate and very knowledgeable about the teaching of the visual arts, design/technology, physical education and learning through the outdoors. 

I have qualifications in cycling and paddle bearding and really enjoy kite flying, swimming and many other outdoor activities

My background of experience in education gives me a great insight into the breadth of learning that is needed to support a child or young person in becoming a rounded individual. At the heart of my approach is creativity, establishing positive esteem within the learner, the willingness to have a go, formulating trusted relationships which all help to support the young people I am working with. I love physical activity and the various benefits that this can have for both physical and mental health – I’m not one for sitting still for too long and getting out and about and having a go is really important for building and enhancing confidence.

 

 

I am the parent of a young person with additional needs and fully appreciate the processes, intensity, pressures, frustrations as well as the special pleasures that our families have. This means I can really empathise with parent/carers and the journey they are on with their child.

 

My friendly, patient, caring and enthusiastic persona has always served me well with children and young people and helped me get the best out of them. 

 

When not working at Esteem I work as a professional artist and art education consultant. I have travelled extensively around the world, toured France by bike on many occasions, undertaken long distance charity rides and am a fan of spicy food. 

 

I love dogs, particularly sight hounds and my own dog Betty frequently joins me on hikes.