My inspiration for teaching is the belief that education has the greatest power to change lives. I relished all of my time spent in education, from school to university and now in my work. I hope that I can help children to have the same experience as me and go on to develop a lifelong love of learning.

I feel immensely lucky to have achieved my childhood dream of playing professional football. I dedicated vast amounts of time, sweat and tears to realise this dream. This experience has supported my hunger to inspire the next generation to aim for the stars, as I believe, anything is possible when you work hard. Being a teacher fills me with enormous pride. Knowing I am having a positive impact on the pupils, and aiding them on their journey, is the most satisfying feeling to end each day.

I am inspired by my Dad every day as he continues to embrace life and enjoy everything it has to offer. Growing up, I watched him work hard to achieve what he wanted for his family whilst never compromising the time he spent with us all. When I began my route to teaching, with my own family, my goal was to show him I could do the same. He taught me to be accepting of everyone and through him I have learnt to have empathy and immense appreciation for our diverse culture and all it has to offer.

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As a child, I used to constantly play 'schools' where my dolls would be the students and I would be the teacher. I was determined it was what I would be when I was older. I think children and young people are the best people to be around. They have curious, fascinating minds and are full of energy and creativity. In school, I hated failing and my confidence was knocked so easily. I hope that as a teacher, I have learnt from this and can help support children to be resilient problem solvers who understand that being challenged and making mistakes is all part of learning! I feel lucky to spend every Monday- Friday living my dream from when I was a little girl.