About us

Joanne is the founder and English specialist, with 18 years of teaching  experience working with students with a range of needs in primary, secondary, college and university levels.  As a qualified Dyslexia Specialist and previous assessor, Joanne has a deep understanding of how to support students in breaking down barriers, enabling students who have previously been unable to attain a grade to pass their GCSE.  Whilst teaching, Joanne successfully led developments across English and SEN departments that raised standards and increased the pass rate year on year.  Joanne has marked for various exam boards, providing a deep understanding of the requirements for each grade.  Through supporting students in establishing high standards, Joanne has created a learning environment that sees them reach a potential they never appreciated before. Joanne has also supported teachers in developing their subject knowledge and regularly trained new teachers due to her intimate knowledge of English pedagogy.

Gavin is a Mastery Specialist with the NCETM as well as a Local Leader in Maths Education and PD lead.  He has been accredited as a Lead Practitioner by the SSAT and supported other professionals in this path.  As leader of Teaching and Learning within Mathematics Gavin led his school to Specialist Status for Maths accredited by the SSAT within four years.  The year before Gavin arrived at the school, Maths GCSE grades A*-C were sitting at 17%.  Through leading the transition into academy status in the department, challenging under performance and supporting professional development, the department reached 70.6% A*-C within 3 years.  This, along with strong working relationships with the governors and wider school community, were key for the school to be awarded Specialist Subject Status. Gavin now advises for schools and education businesses nationally whilst developing an online learning platform to further support students, which is available at www.muchsmarter.co.uk