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Sophie Smith
Centre Director - Cobham, Surrey
“For
me there is nothing more rewarding than watching a child grow in confidence and
Explore Learning is the perfect setting for this to take place. Every child is given the
opportunity to reach their full potential in Maths and English in a fun and
friendly atmosphere. It really is a great way for children to learn and
develop.”
Sophie
graduated from Oxford Brookes University in with a 2:1 in Performing Arts
combined with Film Studies. During her holidays she spent her time working at a
children’s summer camp organising a wide variety of activities for children to
partake in. Throughout her time at University, Sophie has volunteered at
various afterschool clubs which care for children with disabilities.
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Natalie Riddick
Assistant Director - Cobham, Surrey
‘I believe that education is a vital part of life, being able to work
in an environment in which children are praised for their achievements is
something I find very inspiring. Explore Learning gives me the opportunity to
not only work with children and enhance their understanding, but also to watch
them grow in confidence and develop a real enjoyment for learning.’
Natalie graduated from the
University of Southampton with a 2:1 (Hons) In Psychology. Her passion for working with children has
been evident for some time. As a result
of this, Natalie has experience working with children aged 0-16 years, in a
variety of different roles and settings, including a nursery assistant and
dance instructor. Natalie is a keen
performing artist and enjoys dancing and keeping fit.
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Elizabeth Allott
Assistant Director - Cobham, Surrey
“Changing a child’s attitude towards learning is something I
strive for and at Explore Learning this ambition can be realised. Helping
children recognise their full potential is a wonderful experience and watching
their development and progress through learning is just one of the perks of
working at Explore.”
Lizzie graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2011
with a 2:1 in English Literature and Russia. For many years, she worked at a
summer school for children, running arts and crafts and music classes and
interacting with children of all ages. It was during her year abroad in Russia
that she taught English as a foreign language to students and truly thrived on
the experience. She has also volunteered for several charities that focus on
children’s literacy.
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