Clare Owner of Clare's Learning Club Riverhead, Farningham and Dartford Teacher
I originally trained as a secondary Design and Technology teacher in 2006 and was Head of the Food Technology Department at a South East London School. I have been running the clubs since 2012, when I made the decision to spend more time with my family. I love working with children in small groups in such a positive learning environment. It's wonderful when a child passes their Eleven Plus after they have attended the clubs, however, I also pride myself on working with children who have lost confidence in the classroom and need some additional support outside of school.
Claire J Dartford Teacher
I have been working with children and families for over 19 years and as a qualified teacher since 2014. During my time in schools, I co-led outdoor learning and became a Forest School Leader, worked as an Assistant Headteacher and Early Years Co-Ordinator, have been an Early Years moderator and most recently was the SEND Teacher, co-ordinating all SEND provision within an outstanding mainstream school in Bromley. This last role reminded me of how important supporting children’s mental health and well-being is, for children to reach their full academic potential. Teaching the small group sessions for Clare’s Learning Club allows for this nurturing element, which is what I enjoy being able to do.
Claire W Dartford Teacher
I have been a primary school teacher for over 20 years now and I still absolutely LOVE the career that I chose to do. I have taught every year group from Key Stage One, Year 1 through to Key Stage Two, Year 6. I have experience of being both a Maths Leader and a Year Group Leader. I currently job share, teaching part-time in a local primary school in Dartford. In fact where I currently teach, is the primary school that I attended as a child! I am also a mum to two children, a girl and a boy who attend a local secondary school and primary school. I truly believe that all children deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential and I continually feel lucky that I am able to be a part of their learning journey.
Lydia Otford Teacher
I have been teaching since 2003 in both secondary and primary schools. I ran a successful secondary school department that achieved outstanding GCSE and A level results. I then went on to teach in primary schools, where I still work part time, to fit in around my own family. I'm passionate about helping children develop their confidence and acquire the skills required to achieve their potential and enjoy learning.
Lucy Otford Teacher
I have been teaching for 12 years within Primary Schools, across all year groups. I am a qualified Specialist Dyslexia Teacher/Assessor and have been a Special Educational Needs Coordinator in an ‘Outstanding’ primary school for the last 6 years. I am passionate about empowering children in their learning by engaging them through fun, active and interesting learning activities. I believe it is important to nurture each child’s unique way of learning, in order to achieve their full potential, challenging their areas of strengths and progressing their areas of development.