I offer flexible, research-informed support for secondary schools, departments, and trusts. All services are grounded in classroom experience and designed to improve teaching quality, curriculum coherence, and student outcomes without increasing unnecessary workload.
(Online)
Targeted professional development designed to strengthen subject knowledge, pedagogy, and assessment practice at both GCSE and A-Level. Sessions are practical, engaging, and directly applicable to the classroom.
CPD sessions can focus on:
Teaching challenging texts and concepts with clarity and confidence
Improving extended writing and analytical responses
Assessment objectives and what high-level responses really look like
Curriculum planning across Key Stages 3–5
Supporting disadvantaged students without lowering expectations
Sessions can be delivered as one-off twilight sessions, half-day or full-day INSET, or a short CPD programme over time.
Bespoke consultancy support for departments and leadership teams looking to refine curriculum design, sequencing, and assessment practices. This service focuses on building coherence, consistency, and impact.
Consultation support includes:
Reviewing curriculum intent, implementation, and progression
Identifying gaps, overload, or repetition in sequencing
Improving assessment validity and reliability
Developing feedback approaches that support learning, not just compliance
Supporting middle leaders with sustainable curriculum planning
Consultations can be delivered as standalone reviews or as part of longer-term departmental or trust-wide support.
External mock marking to support accurate assessment, moderation, and standardisation. This service helps departments gain a clearer picture of student performance while reducing staff workload.
Mock marking support includes:
GCSE and A-Level exam paper marking
Clear, consistent application of mark schemes
Identification of common strengths and misconceptions
High-impact whole-cohort feedback summaries
Optional follow-up discussions to support planning and intervention
This service is particularly useful ahead of data collection points and exam preparation periods.
Focused revision sessions designed to improve exam confidence, clarity, and performance. Masterclasses can be delivered to whole cohorts, targeted groups, or high-attaining students aiming for top grades.
Revision masterclasses focus on:
Understanding exam questions and assessment objectives
Modelling high-quality responses
Developing analytical depth and precision
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
Practical strategies students can apply immediately
Sessions can be delivered in person or online and tailored to specific texts, papers, or exam boards.