Consultancy — Essence
People · Culture · Wellbeing
Essence is my independent consultancy practice, bringing together expertise in education, professional learning, leadership development and organisational wellbeing.
I work with schools, educational organisations, teams and institutions seeking to strengthen professional practice, support their people and cultivate environments rooted in trust, belonging and shared purpose.
My approach recognises that meaningful and sustainable change requires more than individual effort. It calls for thoughtful leadership, healthy relationships and organisational cultures that reflect the values they seek to promote.
People
Learning & Development
Supporting individuals and teams to develop knowledge, skills and confidence to grow professionally.
- Professional learning and development programmes
- Teacher training, mentoring and coaching
- Leadership development and reflective practice
- Emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
Culture
Leadership & Organisational Development
Helping organisations examine and strengthen the cultures that shape everyday experiences.
- Organisational culture and workplace wellbeing
- Psychological safety, belonging and trust
- Reflective organisational development
Wellbeing
Sustainable Human Flourishing
Supporting the integration of wellbeing into practices, relationships and systems.
- Wellbeing strategy and programme development
- Mindfulness and stress reduction
- Burnout awareness and prevention
- Wellbeing workshops and facilitated conversations
Specialist Education Consultancy
Drawing on extensive experience in early childhood and international education.
- Early childhood pedagogy and development
- Curriculum planning, review and development
- Social-emotional learning and inclusive practice
- Professional development for teachers and leaders
Selected Consultancy Projects & Professional Contributions
My work has included contributions to international curriculum development and educational publications, with a particular focus on early childhood education, mindfulness and social-emotional learning.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
PYP Curriculum Review
Collaborated with educators in shaping the inclusion of mindfulness within the States of Mind sub-skills of the PYP Approaches to Learning framework.
Oxford University Press (OUP)
International Early Years Curriculum | Curriculum Consultant
Reviewed curriculum materials, schemes of work and lesson plans, providing insights informed by my expertise in early childhood education and wellbeing.
Speaking & Workshops
Over the years, I have shared my experience and facilitated conversations across educational, professional and community settings. My talks and workshops explore teacher wellbeing, mindfulness, self-compassion, emotional intelligence, neuroscience, early childhood development, positive parenting and the relationship between leadership, culture and human flourishing.
Previous Engagements
Mindfulness, Wellbeing & Human Development
- Embracing Your Limits: Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, and Community
- Mindfulness in Education and Everyday Living
Education, Neuroscience & Early Childhood
- Affective Neuroeducation: Integrating Emotions and Neuroscience in Inclusive Education and Child Development
- Play-Based Learning as the Foundation for Mathematics and Literacy Development in the Early Years
Parenting & Professional Development
- Raising Respectful and Confident Children
- Behaviour Management Skills for Teaching Assistants
The Mindful Living Show
Global Mindfulness in Education Summit
The Preschool Podcast, presented by Himama
Ways to work together
Consultancy & Advisory
Tailored support for schools, organisations and leadership teams
Workshops & Professional Learning
Interactive sessions designed around client priorities
Speaking & Facilitation
Keynotes, conferences and reflective professional conversations
Individual & Small-Group Support
Coaching-style reflection and wellbeing facilitation within areas of expertise
Every collaboration begins with a conversation to understand your context, priorities and aspirations.