About Us

Anne grew up in one of the most deprived wards within Essex.  She is a powerful advocate for the power of learning.  With the benefit of a good education Anne went on to higher education and now works full-time as an accountant for small businesses.  Throughout the pandemic Anne worked diligently to help her clients in financial hardship. Anne would like more people to benefit by re-engaging in learning.  She has always worked hard in the community, as a governor of three local schools, and now as Chair of Trustees for Surrey Lifelong Learning Partnership.  She was formerly Chair of Trustees for Surrey Nurturing Links, a charity which promoted the health & emotional wellbeing and safety of children and families in Surrey.

Sue was the Chief Adviser on School Standards to several Secretaries of State at the DfE between over a period of 7 years across three political parties. She was responsible for accountability, assessment, inspection, school improvement, pedagogy, catch-up programmes, international and deprivation as well as the core subjects. Her key contribution at the DfE was to develop progression. She has been an Ofsted inspector, LA adviser and a National Director of the National Strategies under the last government. Her experience as a teacher spans all key stages. She is also a well-known writer with over 100 publications. covering English, literary theory and basic skills.  Sue has a good understanding of learning itself, of meeting poverty-related targets, the evaluation of projects and budget scrutiny

Martin has spent a lifetime involved in education. Beginning as a Secondary school teacher he moved to the primary sector where his passion for the education of the whole child was developed. At the birth of his son he moved into part time work in the classroom and became a house husband, something much rarer 35 years ago than now! On moving back into full time work Martin transferred into university life as a senior lecturer in Primary Education, later becoming Director of Primary Education responsible each year for the development of 900 students.

 

 

 

Michael has over 30 years of experience as an executive director of a number of supply chain companies.

Now an entrepreneur and director of Catch Bigger Fish, he has a deep understanding of the industry and the market dynamics and the pains his clients face.  He leverages expertise and insights to offer clients strategic guidance and tailored solutions, facilitating substantial growth and increased profitability.

He is passionate about the power of learning, has worked and taught in further education and holds degrees in Business and Marketing, Computing and Mechanical Engineering.

 

Ian worked for many years operating in the provision of Facilities Services and people management.

His experience includes leading a variety of in-house and outsourced teams of up to 250 staff. Financial responsibilities ranging from small projects up to £50m p.a. budgets. He has a wide range of knowledge across private and public sectors including financial, consultancy, corporate, higher education and police experience.

Prior to Ian becoming a Trustee he volunteered as a mentor to support our learners.  At the same time he also helped us to establish the Epsom &Ewell Employment and Skills Hub.

He has previously been a trustee for Family Line and St. Georges University of London Student Union.