Name: Victoria Wittin

Role: Class Teacher (EYFS), and PSHE and Diversity Lead.

What motivated you to do the NPQLL?

I chose to undertake this NPQLL because I have an interest in literacy, especially reading. I love teaching phonics and feel that this is a strength of mine. I want to broaden my skills and expand my repertoire outside of class teaching. I would love to be able to spend more time across other year groups, contributing to whole school development.

I am hopeful that undertaking the NPQLL will equip me with skills to lead literacy in school. I really hope this course aids the progression of my career in education.

Future aspirations: I love teaching and want to keep that at the centre of my job role, but feel keen and ready to have more responsibility within the school by leading a core subject.

Name: Danielle Botfield

Role: Year 4 Class Teacher and Co-lead Science and DT

What motivated you to do the NPQLL?

I decided to apply for the NPQLL as I've always enjoyed planning and teaching English, and want to support my school in co-leading English too.

I believe the NPQLL will allow me to access the most relevant and up-to-date research on delivering English lessons effectively in school.

Future aspirations: Having extra qualifications and experiences will hopefully open up new opportunities for me in the future.

Name: Ben Holman

Role: Class Teacher and Science Lead

What motivated you to do the NPQLT?

I wanted to undertake the NPQ in Leading Teaching to enhance my knowledge and skill set in subject leadership. I am excited to share my experiences with peers and support people when necessary. An appeal of the NPQ is working collaboratively amongst like-minded individuals whilst being guided by high-quality tutors and mentors.

Future aspirations: My long-term aspiration would be to become a deputy head or senior leader within a primary setting.

Name: Jenny Rouse

Role: Pre-school Manager and SENCO and DDSL.

What motivated you to do the NPQEY?

I chose to undertake an NPQEY as I have been in a management role for a few years now and would really like to gain some more professional connections and learn from others and their experiences. We are a very reflective practice and constantly striving to do more for the children by driving our curriculum forward. It felt like an opportune time for me to take on another qualification that would not only benefit myself professionally but the staff and the setting also.