Ever since I was a child I dreamt of being a teacher. For me, teaching is a calling and I could not envisage doing anything else. 

Originally from Manchester, I have taught in schools in London for 7 years now and, as a founding member of Global Learners Academy, I am excited to be a part of the evolution of teaching. It is my wish to be a part of a movement that is reaching out to the ever expanding global community of learners. 

My most recent posting was as a specialist Speech & Language teacher in a state-of-the-art resources base for children with SEND. 

Before that, I was leader of KS1 (Years 1 - 2) and leader of the computing curriculum in a mainstream London school. My areas of expertise are KS1, Phonics, Computing, E-safety and Safeguarding.  

My academic background is in Law and Political Science and I have a real passion for history. 

I set up Global Learners to offer teachers a better life outside of the heavy demands placed upon them in the state system and as a way to honour my late brother and late niece's memory by giving something back to the learning community and the community as a whole. 

Global Learners is my way of exporting excellent teaching standards with compassion, empathy and, above all, passion.

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I first began teaching in 2018 as a TEFL Teacher in Madrid, Spain. Prior to this, I had always enjoyed breaking concepts down for my friends and siblings whenever they found something they had learned in school challenging. 

Still, pursuing a career in education wasn’t at the forefront of my mind and instead I completed a Bachelor’s in Geography and a Master’s in Environment, Politics, and Development at King’s College London. 

During this time, I found myself drawn to working with children through charities such as Debate Mate and The Kids Network. So I eventually decided to further my education with a PGCE in Mathematics at University College London and have been teaching Mathematics ever since.

I have always been fascinated by numbers and problem-solving, likely because of my competitive nature. This led me to complete Mathematics and Further Mathematics at A Level, despite being the only girl in the class. 

Despite the great difficulty I experienced at first, with immense hard work and dedication, I was able to achieve an outstanding A* in A-level Maths and an A in A-level Further Maths and i find that this helps me to empathise with each learner. 

I was extremely pleased with this outcome and still see this as one of my greatest achievements to date because of just how much I struggled to grasp certain concepts. It was very disheartening given my successes in Mathematics at GCSE level but it strengthened my resilience and led to creative approached to solving problems. 

My enthusiasm for teaching stems from my first-hand experiences: they have shown me that teaching is not just about transferring knowledge; it is about creating an environment where students feel supported, valued, and inspired to reach their full potential. 

I hope to pay the encouragement I received from my teachers forward to this generation of students. 

Teaching is all I’ve ever wanted to do and even before qualifying as teacher in 2012, I have worked with children in some capacity. 

I started my career as a supply teacher for a year which enabled me to hone my craft and gain a wealth of experience. I have always taught in London and Surrey and have now worked in 42 schools teaching from Nursery to Year 6. 

I was a class teacher for 6 years which I thoroughly enjoyed but have since returned to supply teaching enabling me to work in many different types of schools and with children of all ages. 

I enjoy teaching all aspects of the curriculum but English is the thing I love to teach most with a particular passion for literature and grammar. I specialised in art and history during my training and also have a great interest in PE having lead this subject in two schools for 7 years.  

I am a very enthusiastic teacher with a drive to make learning fun and memorable. My main motivation is to ensure that all children progress to the best of their ability and enjoy doing so. 

Hello! I’m Sara, and I’m thrilled to share a bit about my journey as an educator and tutor. I started my career in primary education, working as a classroom teacher and then as a governess for families in both the UK and internationally. 

From teaching in traditional classrooms to guiding children in private family settings, I’ve had the opportunity to support children’s academic and personal growth in so many unique ways.

My approach to teaching is all about fostering curiosity, confidence, and resilience. I believe learning should be fun, dynamic, and meaningful. I tailor each session to match my students’ interests, drawing on both structured learning and creative activities that make each subject come alive. 

My goal is not just to help children excel academically, but also to inspire a love for learning that stays with them well beyond our time together.

Language is one of my great passions, and I’m lucky to be fluent in Italian and proficient in French. I think exposure to different cultures and languages can deeply enrich a child’s education, so I bring a global perspective to my teaching whenever I can. 

Whether it’s weaving in language skills or sharing stories from different parts of the world, I aim to broaden my students’ horizons and help them see learning as an adventure.

As an Independent Usborne Partner, I’m passionate about inspiring children to fall in love with reading.

If you’re looking for a tutor who values creativity and has a nurturing, student-centered approach, I’d love to connect. Let’s make learning an inspiring journey!