Who are we…

Director

Iain Simper FRSA – Director of The Learning Partnership

Iain is an experienced school and local authority education leader, running the successful and popular Peterborough Learning Partnership on behalf of Peterborough City Council between 2010-2018 before establishing The Learning Partnership. Prior to this Iain supported schools across the eastern region on behalf of the DCSF as part of the Excellence in Cities programme. Iain also supports schools in a voluntary capacity having recently supported Stilton Primary Academy, Cambs, as Vice-Chair of Governors, enjoying active trustee status of a local charity (8th Earl of Sandwich Trust) and directorship of a local cultural education partnership (PHACE: Peterborough Heritage, Arts and Cultural Education). Iain is passionate about helping schools to use CPD to drive improvements and would welcome the opportunity to meet with you, your school or Trust leaders, to identify the best programme of CPD to support your school’s needs.  @ed_cpd on X

Delivery Partners

Our expert delivery partners provide tailored support to enhance teaching, learning, and leadership across various disciplines:

• Art:
  • Adele Darlington: Primary art specialist, author of 100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Art, sharing creative approaches to enrich art education.
  • Kerry Howarth: Art & Design specialist delivering CPD and fostering creativity through partnerships with schools and cultural organisations.
  • Stuart Jarvis: Secondary art expert focusing on the integration of art and teaching, with a unique emphasis on architectural inspiration.
  • Emma Shannon: Art workshop leader, founder of “Go Sketch,” inspiring confidence and creativity in pupils through engaging sessions.
• Behaviour Management:
  • Jogo Behaviour: Specialists in social, emotional, and mental health training, providing practical strategies for schools.
• Computing and D&T:
  • John Jefferies: Consultant supporting computing, digital skills, and online safety with cross-curricular applications.
• Drama:
  • Patrice Baldwin: Drama specialist with extensive experience in curriculum development, teacher training, and international education.
• EAL (English as an Additional Language):
  • EAL Academy: Leaders in academic literacy, ethnic minority achievement, and EAL strategies.
• Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:
  • Dr. Jo Trevenna: Expert in EDI strategy, helping schools enhance awareness, compliance, and inclusivity.
• Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS):
  • Early Excellence: Leading providers of EYFS resources and training.
  • Dr. Sue Allingham: Specialist in emotional literacy and early learning transitions.
• External governance reviews:
  • Dr Jo Trevenna: Potential Education
• Family Engagement:
  • Julie Westrop: Focused on fostering strong school-community connections to raise aspirations and achievements.
• Geography:
  • Nell Seal: Facilitating outdoor learning, sustainability, and CPD in primary geography.
• History:
  • Andrew Wrenn: History consultant and teacher trainer.
  • Stuart Tiffany: Primary history specialist promoting inquiry-based learning.
• Languages:
  • Primary Languages Network: Specialists in primary MFL teaching and CPD.
• Leadership:
  • Colin Tapscott: Empowering leaders through training and coaching.
  • Andy Hind: Supporting school leaders with research-backed practices.
  • Phil Abbott: Former headteacher providing bespoke leadership training and quality assurance.
• Mathematics:
  • Liz Gibbs: Mathematics consultant and BBC Bitesize contributor.
• Pastoral Support:
  • Steve Russell: Expert in addressing attachment needs, school avoidance, and pastoral care challenges.
• Playtime Support:
  • Therese Hoyle: Positive play and behaviour management specialist.
• PSHE:
  • John Rees: Expert in health education and PSHE curriculum development.
• Reading and SEND:
  • Dr. Sarah Moseley: Consultant specialising in reading strategies and inclusion for SEND learners.
• School Improvement:
  • Synergy Education Services: Offering bespoke solutions, including attendance and school reviews.
• Science:
  • Jane Banham: Award-winning science educator delivering CPD and developing curriculum resources.
• SEND:
  • Ginny Bootman: Ginny is an educator with over 30 years in education as a teacher, SENCO and Headteacher.  Currently SENCO of 4 schools in Northamptonshire as well as being an author and national keynote speaker

Supporting team

Rich Milns – Web Design and Management
Rich, of Guava Design, specializes in creating websites, applications, and APIs using advanced PHP frameworks, MySQL, HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript. @GuavaDesign on X

Ryan Hyman – Marketing Consultant
Ryan, Deputy Managing Director at Athene Communications, oversees PR and marketing strategy for the partnership. @RyanHyman on X

Richard Couchman CTA – Finance Support
Richard, Director at Couchman and Leafe Limited, provides financial management and support to the partnership.

Paul Carney – Strategic Consultant
Paul is a nationally recognised art consultant, delivering expert art CPD and strategic advice, leveraging his extensive sector knowledge. @PaulCarneyArts on X

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