The London CLC team is made up of experienced education and technology specialists. We also employ a number a number of freelance facilitators, trainers, filmmakers and animators.
  | Sarah is director of London Connected Learning Centre. She was previously a deputy headteacher and senior teacher and she now works with schools and settings from foundation stage to sixth form providing professional development for teachers and practitioners and activities for children and young people. Sarah has a particular interest in blogging and its impact on writing and has recently published research in this area. Her other key area of interest is EYFS and technology and she has led sessions in EYFS for the Primary PGCE students at Kingston University. Sarah can support schools with the strategic leadership of technologies, their curriculum planning, assessment and ICT Mark. Sarah was nominated on behalf of the CLC for a NAACE Impact Award in 2011. Sarah runs CPD and INSET, and offers consultancy, coaching and advice. To contact Sarah, email shorrocks@londonclc.org.uk |
  | Blossom leads on all aspects of web design, animation and filmmaking for London CLC. Her specialisms include, supporting schools in using blogs, running teacher and pupil sessions on digital art, photography, web design,games design, animation and filmmaking. Recent London CLC film commissions include creating a best practice resource on phonics, a film about the Model United Nations and a film about different faiths’ places of worship. From animation with under 5s, to film master classes for A level students, Blossom can support your school in all aspects of your digital media provision. Blossom produces the CLC’s annual brochure. Blossom runs CPD and INSET, pupil sessions and offers consultancy and advice. To contact Blossom, email bcarrasco@londonclc.org.uk |
  | Joe Halloran is the CLC’s computing, maths and science lead. In his 6 years at the CLC Joe has supported London schools in developing their capacity in Technology Enhanced Learning, and Computing. His specialisms include computer science from KS 1 to KS4, games design, coding, programming, the use of Cloud based assessment systems and Google Apps in education, Joe is especially interested in computer programming, and recognises its potential to help young people explore maths, logic, and higher order thinking skills. The flames of Joe's interest in the conceptual aspects of computer programming have been fanned by his study of Philosophy. In 2011 he completed an MA in Philosophy at the University of Birkbeck. Joe recently appeared alongside Ken Robinson as part of The Centre for Digital, Art, Research & Education (DARE) Summer conference at the RSA presenting innovative ideas about how computer science can connect with the Arts in the context of education. Joe runs CPD and INSET sessions, pupil workshops, and offers consultancy and advice to Senior Leadership Teams. To contact Joe, email jhalloran@londonclc.org.uk |
  | As London CLC’s deputy director, Julia has responsibility for developing new business. Originally a secondary school music teacher, Julia has worked in both the cultural and education sectors. She has worked in the learning departments of the London Sinfonietta and the South Bank Centre delivering projects for schools and prisons. Julia has a particular interest in social media and education and leads on training for schools and other organisations. Julia is an engaging keynote speaker and has presented at several major conferences across London including at Westminster Briefings, events for the Arts Council and A New Direction and sessions for the South Bank Cultural Quarter. Julia is a keen iPad-user and is an Apple Distinguished Educator. Julia runs CPD and INSET and offers consultancy and advice. To contact Julia, email jlawrence@londonclc.org.uk |
  | Kim’s main role is ensuring that the CLC’s SLAs are delivered efficiently and she is the key contact for all schools involved in service level agreements with the centre. She also takes a lead role on partnership projects and is currently working on programmes with the Royal Shakespeare Company, the British Film Institute, IBM and the Royal Festival Hall. Kim’s background is in drama and theatre and she manages to combine her full- on and full- time job with numerous directing jobs and a part time degree in Professional Practice in the Arts. To contact Kim, email kmorrison@londonclc.org.uk |
  | Krzysztof Jurek is London CLC’s system manager and manager of technical service support across a number of London schools. Krzysztof manages the CLC’s technical team. Krzysztof’s specialisms include network design and installation, providing audits of schools’ technical infrastructure, advice and consultancy on a variety of technical solutions including Google Apps and other Cloud based services. Krzysztof loves technology and is the CLC’s resident expert on technical innovations. He is also a great photographer and is the CLC’s official photographer in residence. To contact Krzysztof, email kjurek@londonclc.org.uk |
  | Peter is an IT engineer at the CLC, responsible for our supported schools' IT systems and infrastructure. He also provides consultancy, advice and technical training, either in school or at our centre. Peter is currently helping a number of schools integrate iPads and other tablets into the curriculum and has a wealth of knowledge on efficient and effective ways to manage these devices. Peter has had extensive experience in the education sector. Having left sixth form in 2006 he went into an IT Apprenticeship where he was catapulted straight back into a school. Learning his trade in a large and successful secondary school, he played a major role in transitioning the school's IT from an antiquated split site set-up to a state of the art enterprise level, one- site solution. It was at this point that his passion for transforming educational IT developed. Peter has gone on to work for several education focused support providers and has had the privilege of supporting over 100 schools in London and the South-East during his 8 years in the industry. Peter is keen to ensure that schools are offered a bespoke service which supports school leaders to make informed decisions about their IT systems. To contact Peter, email peyres@londonclc.org.uk |
  | Having completed a degree in Media and Cultural Studies, and gained worked experience in both primary and secondary schools, Rebecca joined London CLC in 2013. Rebecca’s specialisms include providing support and training for schools in setting up school blogs and using blogging platforms such as Wordpress and Kidblog, web and graphic design and training is using a variety of education technologies. Rebecca also manages the CLC’s technical library, supports student workshops and provides multimedia support. To contact Rebecca, email rpotter@londonclc.org.uk |
  | After finishing a BA (Hons) Media Arts Degree, Doreen has worked as a Media Assistant at the London Connected Learning Centre since 2011. Doreen assists on a number of Media and IT workshops held both at the CLC as well as in schools. She has also assisted on a range of unique film projects that include collaborations with the British Film Institute, Rambert Dance and most recently Royal Shakespeare Company. Doreen also leads some of our media sessions. |
  | Suki Coe has a background in EYFS. She has worked in the field of family learning and parental engagement since 2000. Suki manages the CLC’s family learning team, coordinates all the CLC family programmes and leads on Safeguarding for the CLC. Suki’s specialisms include e-safety for parents and supporting schools in engaging with families and the wider community. Suki previously worked as a professional photographer. To contact Suki, email scoe@londonclc.org.uk |
  | Tim works as an Administrator for London CLC. He does the finance, catering and front of house. As the Responsible Person for the CLC, he is in charge of the building and for providing a safe working environment for staff and visitors. Tim has over 20 years administration and finance experience, having worked in the fashion industry, museum and charity sectors. He has a great passion for serving the community in which he lives and is a keep fit fanatic. To contact Tim, email tjacques@londonclc.org.uk |
  | Rowan joined or team as a Media and Teaching Assistant in early 2013, having graduated from an English degree at Balliol College, Oxford the previous year. Since then she has supported the CLC in many of its varying functions, assisting on Family Learning courses as well as working with primary school classes both on site and in schools. Rowan specialises in computing and leads some of our programming based workshops, as well as working alongside our other tutors to help in the delivery of active and engaging sessions. Her previous experience as a teacher, tutor and mentor for various educational and access charities, and as a drama teacher in Shanghai, sparked her interest in education, which continues to drive her enthusiasm for her role at the CLC. |