Laura

I am a highly respected Principal Teacher with over 20 years teaching experience, delivering sector leading Physical Education and Health and Wellbeing strategy.
I am a wife and mother to two girls, aged 7 & 9. I have a passion for all aspects of wellbeing, particularly nutrition. I love participating and watching all sport, giving anything a try once. I love catching up with friends, enjoy a good coffee and walking my dog.

Tutoring Experience

Graduated in 1999 from University College Chichester.
I have taught in North Somerset (Probationary year), Highland Council, Edinburgh and now North Lanarkshire.
I have 18 years' experience marking with SQA.
11 years’ experience as Standard Grade team member and marker.
5 years' experience as National 5 Team Leader.
I am a North Lanarkshire authority lead for National 5 and Higher PE standards and best practice for marking, ensuring practitioners maintain subject integrity and consistently apply the national marking standard.

I have coached and led 'in house' moderation & verification of National 5 PE, Higher PE and National Progression Awards.
I have been recognised by HMIE for increasing girls participation in PE and Sport, developing female resilience and Primary-Secondary Health and Wellbeing Transition Programmes.

Tutoring Approach

I have a nurturing approach to tutoring. I aim to enhance pupil's knowledge and understanding of the theory concepts covered as they progress through the course, drawing on their own practical experience in school/club or that of their favourite sport/athlete using a variety of mediums. I also spend time coaching pupils on how to structure their answers to exam questions, based upon the 'Command Words'. This helps cement knowledge and understanding and increases pupil confidence in this component of the course. I will also mark and provide feedback on any question that is attempted, based on current marking instructions.
I am also happy to produce timelines for parents/carers so they are aware of the work undertaken and can be kept up to date with their child's progress.