Seeds of Possibility

02/09/2026

This time last year, I was sitting through teacher training, feeling like the summer holidays were already a distant memory.

Although I’d been running Seeds of Possibility for several years, I’d continued to keep one foot in the classroom - juggling teaching, my business and beginning flexi-schooling my own son.

At Easter this year, I finally made the decision to leave the classroom. Everyone could see it was the right decision, but many told me it was the wrong time and that I should make the most of the security and teacher perks - basically survive till the summer holidays!

I haven’t had six weeks “off” this summer. But I have had something far more valuable: time with my son alongside time supporting students. I've found the freedom to put my energy - and my time - where it feels most meaningful.

I chose to continue lessons throughout the summer. I chose to support families who needed a little extra help. I chose to create new opportunities, explore new ideas and invest even more time in the business I believe in.

And now, as that familiar September sinking feeling spreads through schools across the country, I’m feeling something very different.

Because for the first time in a long time, September 2nd is just another day. And that “just” looks like this....!

I was nearly late to my first meeting this morning as I opened my door to the delivery of this beautiful big bouquet and thoughtful card from the parent of a student I’ve supported over the summer.

As alien as it feels to be softly starting September rather than being swept up in the back-to-school rush, I think you’ll agree… I made the right decision. 💖

27/08/2026

I’ve been quiet on here… but that’s only because I’ve been SO busy! In fact, this has been the BUSIEST SUMMER at Seeds of Possibility yet!

In between the busy, I’ve managed a few short breaks away, and each time I’ve come back to an inbox full of enquiries! So, thank you for keeping me so in demand!

Whether you’re new around here or you’ve been following for some time, with September just around the corner (eeek - sorry teachers, there’s still a little time yet!!!), I thought it was just the time for a little reintroduction…

Most families come to me initially for tuition. But over time, they often end up asking for a whole lot more…

- Tuition & learning support
Phonics, reading, writing, maths, exam preparation (but always with confidence and the child has to be at the heart of it!).

- Parent support
School options, flexischooling, summer starts, jargon-busting, navigating those difficult decisions and professional/multi-agency recommendation reports.

- Home education support
Session planning, assessments, ideas, resources and ongoing monthly assistance.

- Holiday learning & play-based projects
Creative, hands-on opportunities where children can learn so much more (and remember it for so much longer!!) through play, curiosity, deep-dives and discovery.

- Confidence coaching
Helping children recognise their strengths, understand themselves and start believing in what they CAN do.

- Exam anxiety support
Helping children approach exams with more confidence, practical strategies and a little less overwhelm.

-School support & strategy
Working with schools to support children’s individual circumstances, develop ideas and find creative ways to think differently about learning needs and inclusion.

- Consultancy for child-focused businesses
Helping businesses that work with children to develop ideas, projects and exciting opportunities that genuinely benefit both.

And then there are the FREE things I offer, because I believe education should be accessible and that support should start with the simple... a conversation, a connection, or knowing someone is there to suggest or signpost.

- Free consultancy calls for parents/carers
- Podcasting Club for the kids
- And… watch this space for the next big thing for your little story-seekers

Because when I step back and think about what I actually love about this work, it isn't just the teaching.

It’s…

* No two learners (or lessons!) the same.
* Lots of laughs alongside all the learning.
* Seeing children find their own successes.
* Learning more from the kids than I could ever teach them.
* Building long-term connections with children and their families.
* Being able to say “let’s see what WE CAN do” rather than “this is how it HAS TO BE done.”
* And creating opportunities that might otherwise not be available to every child.

So, if we haven’t met before…

Hi, I’m Jess!
I’m a teacher, tutor, coach, creator and mum to my own little learner. Sometimes I'm a project-maker, sometimes a problem-solver. But, most importantly, I'm someone who genuinely believes there is more than one way for children to learn, grow and thrive.

And, if you’ve been following for a while but didn’t realise quite how much happens behind the scenes at Seeds of Possibility … well, now you know!!

Here's a pic of me in my other happy place ☀️🌱

29/07/2026

Summer slide.

I've spoken before about the summer slide - that worry parents often have that children will fall behind with their learning over the holidays. But this summer, I've experienced a different kind of summer slide...

My social media has completely slid off the edge! 😅

I've been so busy keeping learning ticking over, meeting new families, and planning everything for September - from home education sessions to in-school support - that I haven't shared a single moment. And yet, it's been the moments that have made this summer so special!

Moments including...
Receiving photos of work we've created together taken on adventures to meet characters in real life.

Students have packed me into their suitcases (well... their laptops!) so we could continue learning from campsites, cottages and kitchen tables across the world!

Writing postcards in sessions to be sent to family members. Symmetry with sandcastles. Pricing up tickets and planning trips.

One creative learner even made up their own Minecraft maths challenges that I got to share in another lesson with another big Minecraft fan!

Ideas have travelled between learners, just as they have across countries and even continents!

I've been so busy watching brains buzzing, eyes lighting up, creativity flowing and confidence growing. I've laughed more than I can count and built new relationships that I'm so excited to continue into the new academic year.

And, in a few days, I'll be logging off for some much-needed time with my own little learner before September begins.

But… I couldn't sign off without saying just how incredibly grateful I am. To the families who have chosen to keep learning alive over the summer. To the children who arrive full of stories, smiles and inspiring ideas. Thank you! 💜

People often ask whether I miss having six weeks 'off' like I did when I taught in school. My answer - I’d be silly to swap this.

It really doesn’t feel like work in the same way summer school prep did (We all know teachers work some of their summer holiday, right?!) Instead, I’m spending summer soaking in the joy of doing things a little differently.

Busy. But beaming. Smiles and pride! 🌞

18/07/2026

F L E X I S C H O O L I N G

I will never stop shouting from the rooftops about flexibility in education.

When I first started deep diving flexischool examples, this school was my inspiration.

82% of children at Huxley CE Primary School attend on a flexischool basis!

Here's how it's done... 💚

30/06/2026

The importance of flexibility

As I organise my diary for the summer to fit around families and their needs, some lesson times will stay exactly the same. Some will change. Some will stop temporarily.

One of the things I love about what I do is that no two days ever look the same… and that applies just as much to my schedule as it does to my students!

Over the next few weeks, you’ll see lots of posts about the “summer slide” and why it’s important for children to keep learning over the holidays so they don’t "go backwards."

For some children, maintaining routine, structure and consistency over the summer is exactly what they need. But for others, a break is best. Without it, learning leads to burnout and time away allows them to return refreshed, re-energised, and ready to move forward.

I believe wholeheartedly in flexibility in education. I’ve championed flexi-schooling for as long as I’ve known about it. I’m on the advisory group for Finding the Flex. I flexi-school my own child. I run my business with that same flexibility at its core.

This summer, that means taking learning outdoors for more hands-on experiences. It means planning creatively for project-based days, playfully themed around children’s interests. It means early starts (sometimes as early as 6:45am!) to support a family’s changing needs and time differences. On other days, I’ll be teaching as late as 9pm so families travelling across the world can keep their routines… wherever they are!

Whatever your summer looks like, it has to work for you, and your child’s needs. That might mean taking time out. Maybe you'll be keeping learning ticking over. There is no “right way” to do education. No “one-size-fits-all”.

I believe in responding to what children need, and building my business around that.

29/06/2026

CURIOSITY

Nighties nostalgia is trending! In a world of screens and all systems go, parents are increasingly asking how we capture curiosity and sustain real, deep interest in children.

With the summer holidays around the corner, the one thing I've been reflecting on is growing up we had no choice but to turn boredom into possibility...

Long summers spent making perfumes from flowers in the garden, creating something out of nothing, and using imagination just to pass the time. And that's why exciting plans are pending to offer exactly that.

Here's a sneak peak of ways I encourage crafting, creativity, curiosity, discussion and deep-dives into things that matter.

This is my Summer of Stories & Science🔬📖✨

A series of local, story-themed workshops where children will read inspiring books, carry out hands-on science experiments, get creative, and continue their discoveries at home so the adventure doesn’t end when the session does.

Think colourful experiments, underground seeds to observing the sky, space discoveries, outdoor challenges, and plenty of “wow!” moments... all designed to spark curiosity and a genuine love of learning in a fun, relaxed way.

I am SO EXCITED for this!

Would this be something your child would enjoy?

If you’d like to be the first to hear the details, comment below or message me to register your interest. Spaces will be limited.

20/06/2026

Can I let you in on a secret?

I don't just teach writing... I actually DO writing too. That makes sense, right? To do the thing you're teaching others to be good at...

Then why does it feel so hard to call myself a writer?

Because when I teach, the spotlight sits on the children as storytellers. But today the spotlight shifted as I braved the writer label to listen to and learn from the incredible speakers at Writers' Day 2026 organised by The Hive and University of Worcester.

Thank you .horacek_ Liz Hyder for your inspiring words and workshops (and signed stories too!)

Thank you Professor Jean Webb, BookTrust Ruth Baker-Leask and Writing West Midlands for industry insights into all things children's books, from Pooh to publishing today!

So many valuable conversations and connections. Now to put all that inspiration onto the page...

19/06/2026

F L E X I S C H O O L I N G

Fridays are our favourite. Flexischooling gives us the opportunity to slow down and yet learn so much more... intentionally.

Flexischooling is a form of full-time education where a child attends school for part of the week and is home educated for the remainder. It's a collaborative arrangement between families and schools, agreed at the discretion of the headteacher.

For us right now, it offers the best of both worlds.

Here's why we love it...

✨ Quality time together, allowing me to be actively involved in my son's education.

✨ The freedom to deep-dive into interests and passions. This month, that has meant lots of science!

✨ Opportunities to enrich and extend school learning. Right now, we're exploring weather, water, seeds and seasons.

✨ Space for creativity, curiosity and play.

✨ The flexibility to follow my child's individual needs.

✨ More time outdoors, learning through experience and exploration.

✨ Plenty of reading, library visits and opportunities to nurture a love of books.

✨ Time spent out in the community, building confidence, independence and social skills.

✨ A chance to celebrate our learning day with a fancy breakfast, a leisurely lunch and lots of photos shared with school.

✨ Something we genuinely look forward to every week.

✨ Learning at my son's pace (which, most of the time, is very quick!).

✨ Visits to museums, galleries and historical sites during quieter periods, making learning more accessible and enjoyable.

✨ Helping my son recognise that learning happens everywhere, not just within four classroom walls.

✨ The benefits of one-to-one learning. As a tutor, I see first-hand the value of personalised learning and tailored progress.

Have you heard of flexischooling?

Is it something you would consider for your child? If you're already flexischooling, what have been the biggest benefits for your family?

Want to find out more?

I'm honoured to be an advisory member of Finding the Flex, an inspiring organisation dedicated to improving outcomes for children by widening access to educational flexibility. They provide a wealth of information, practical resources, webinars and real-life examples of flexischooling in action, helping families and schools explore approaches that enable children to thrive.

Whether you're curious about flexischooling or actively considering it for your family, their resources are a fantastic place to start:

https://www.findingtheflex.com/

14/06/2026

People often ask which educational camp I sit in. And I often see the looks of curiosity or confusion when I talk about my work and ways I choose to educate my own child...

✓ I'm a qualified teacher with over 13 years of experience.
✓ I flexi-school my son, who is delayed out of his cohort.
✓ I plan hands-on learning for home-educated students.
✓ I teach children online who attend some of the best international and independent schools in the world.
✓ I support children with SEN who are navigating mainstream education and sometimes struggle to find their place within it.
✓ I work with families whose children experience emotional based school avoidance (EBSA) and find themselves on EOTAS pathways.

And... I’ve always been vocal about the fact that education is not one-size-fits-all. The reality is never as simple as that. The reality is that children are different. Their needs are different.

Some children thrive in mainstream school. Some children are home educated, because needs are not being met and it becomes a necessity. Some children flourish in alternative settings. Some children struggle under the pressure of entrance exams and 11+ assessments, and yet many are motivated by them.

For a long time, I felt pressure to place myself in one camp. I sometimes worried that not having a stronger opinion made me seem indecisive. But now I definitely see it differently... I'm not flakey. I'm not sitting on the fence. I'm following my value of flexibility...

Flexibility to respond to children's needs. Noticing where they thrive and where they simply survive. The understanding that when something isn't working, it is okay (if not essential!) to adapt, rethink and find another way forward.

Leaving the classroom didn't mean I turned my back on mainstream education. Choosing an alternative pathway for my own child doesn't mean I think it's the best fit for yours. That's why, when I support families, I don't work from a script or suggest the same strategy. Learning isn't like that. Life isn't like that.

I have the privilege of seeing education from many different perspectives. What matters most isn't my educational philosophy. What matters is where you are right now, what has brought you to this point, and what your child needs.

For me, the most important question has never been, "Which educational camp are you in?" but rather, "What environment allows this child to fully flourish?"



Picture of us on a favourite flexi Friday bringing our deep dive of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to life exploring all things chocolate... because we believe stories are best when we join in on the adventures!

11/06/2026

FREE training for families for this four week Understanding Dyslexia course. Starts this evening and still spaces left!

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Join us for our FREE Online 4-week course 'Understanding Dyslexia' where we will share strategies, advice and resources to help you support your child or young person.

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