Laura Masson
Director of Education at Aurora Academies Trust- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Limited working proficiency
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Italian Elementary proficiency
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sarah horley
Having known Laura for more than 10 years now as a Teacher, she has, as always, been both an inspirational teacher and an inspired teacher. Her happy, patient and cheerful disposition generates both self confidence in her students and encourages them to aspire to greater goals in their work. Laura taught my son for three of his informative years at primary school, years 1, 2 and 3, and in that time he thrived. Being very young when he started school (4 and 10 days old), school was challenging for him, and Laura patiently helped him through his darkest days. She encourages parent participation, and when I had time to offer voluntarily in the classroom, Laura had an open door policy. No matter what time during the school day you entered the classroom, it was either filled with happy voices enjoying working diligently at their school work , or children listening silently with rapt attention. Laura has been a Godsend since my son has been in High School especially at times when he has struggled with both motivation and certain aspects of high school work, her patience and perseverance has won the day many times. Sarah Horley.
sarah horley
Having known Laura for more than 10 years now as a Teacher, she has, as always, been both an inspirational teacher and an inspired teacher. Her happy, patient and cheerful disposition generates both self confidence in her students and encourages them to aspire to greater goals in their work. Laura taught my son for three of his informative years at primary school, years 1, 2 and 3, and in that time he thrived. Being very young when he started school (4 and 10 days old), school was challenging for him, and Laura patiently helped him through his darkest days. She encourages parent participation, and when I had time to offer voluntarily in the classroom, Laura had an open door policy. No matter what time during the school day you entered the classroom, it was either filled with happy voices enjoying working diligently at their school work , or children listening silently with rapt attention. Laura has been a Godsend since my son has been in High School especially at times when he has struggled with both motivation and certain aspects of high school work, her patience and perseverance has won the day many times. Sarah Horley.
sarah horley
Having known Laura for more than 10 years now as a Teacher, she has, as always, been both an inspirational teacher and an inspired teacher. Her happy, patient and cheerful disposition generates both self confidence in her students and encourages them to aspire to greater goals in their work. Laura taught my son for three of his informative years at primary school, years 1, 2 and 3, and in that time he thrived. Being very young when he started school (4 and 10 days old), school was challenging for him, and Laura patiently helped him through his darkest days. She encourages parent participation, and when I had time to offer voluntarily in the classroom, Laura had an open door policy. No matter what time during the school day you entered the classroom, it was either filled with happy voices enjoying working diligently at their school work , or children listening silently with rapt attention. Laura has been a Godsend since my son has been in High School especially at times when he has struggled with both motivation and certain aspects of high school work, her patience and perseverance has won the day many times. Sarah Horley.
sarah horley
Having known Laura for more than 10 years now as a Teacher, she has, as always, been both an inspirational teacher and an inspired teacher. Her happy, patient and cheerful disposition generates both self confidence in her students and encourages them to aspire to greater goals in their work. Laura taught my son for three of his informative years at primary school, years 1, 2 and 3, and in that time he thrived. Being very young when he started school (4 and 10 days old), school was challenging for him, and Laura patiently helped him through his darkest days. She encourages parent participation, and when I had time to offer voluntarily in the classroom, Laura had an open door policy. No matter what time during the school day you entered the classroom, it was either filled with happy voices enjoying working diligently at their school work , or children listening silently with rapt attention. Laura has been a Godsend since my son has been in High School especially at times when he has struggled with both motivation and certain aspects of high school work, her patience and perseverance has won the day many times. Sarah Horley.
Credentials
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Certficate in Evidence Informed Practice
Chartered College of TeachingMay, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching
Chartered College of Teaching
Experience
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Aurora Academies Trust
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United Kingdom
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Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Education
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Aug 2023 - Present
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East Sussex County Council
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United Kingdom
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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SLE Curriculum and Assessment
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Jul 2021 - Present
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Head Of School
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Sep 2017 - Aug 2023
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Coaching for School Leaders
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Education Administration Programs
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CEO
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Jan 2017 - Present
Laura coaches school leaders in both their careers and personal lives, helping them to achieve work-life balance, supporting their mental health and giving professional guidance on the "wicked problems" of leadership. Laura coaches school leaders in both their careers and personal lives, helping them to achieve work-life balance, supporting their mental health and giving professional guidance on the "wicked problems" of leadership.
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LM Expert Tuition
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Education Administration Programs
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Managing Director
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Jan 2017 - Aug 2023
Independent tuition service for children aged 5-16 across all subject areas. Specialising in common entrance and 11 plus tuition as well as exam preparation techniques. Able to work both online and face to face. After developing a formidable reputation as a tutor in her own right, Laura formed LM Expert Tuition after become frustrated by the variability in standards that she saw demonstrated by other tuition providers. The two drivers in developing her own company were matching high quality, qualified teachers with the right pupils, and paying staff fairly, without taking huge commissions. The values for LM Expert Tuition; which apply to both staff and to pupils are: Aspire. Learn. Succeed. All staff employed believe passionately in fulfilling the untapped potential of all children. Show less
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Kent County Council
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United Kingdom
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Leader
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Jan 2017 - Sep 2017
Supporting schools in challenging situations for the LEA with a focus of improving and advising on behaviour management.
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Headteacher
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Sep 2014 - Jan 2017
As Headteacher Laura was responsible for the organisation, management and strategic direction of the school. As such, she is afforded delegated powers from the Full Governing Body to carry out the day to day management of the school. It is her responsibility to implement the school improvement plan, and to collaborate with governor colleagues to monitor standards across the school.
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Acting Headteacher
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Apr 2014 - Sep 2014
Total operational responsibility for the implementation of school improvement plans.
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Deputy Headteacher
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Feb 2013 - Apr 2014
Responsibility for literacy, teaching and learning, assessment and the writing of SEF and SCIP documents. Development of timetables and all policies and risk assessments.
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Senior Leader
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Apr 2004 - Feb 2013
I lead initiatives in English, Mathematics and in the Jenny Moseley 'Golden Model' across a federation of schools as well as being a class teacher, during this period of time in all primary key stages. I lead initiatives in English, Mathematics and in the Jenny Moseley 'Golden Model' across a federation of schools as well as being a class teacher, during this period of time in all primary key stages.
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Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School
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United Kingdom
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Music
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Apr 2001 - Apr 2004
Wrote and delivered entire music curriculum for pupils from Kindergarten up to year 8. Ran junior and senior choirs, orchestra and wind groups. Delivered individual vocal tuition. Wrote and delivered entire music curriculum for pupils from Kindergarten up to year 8. Ran junior and senior choirs, orchestra and wind groups. Delivered individual vocal tuition.
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Education
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2022 - 2023
University of Roehampton
Msc Educational Leadership and Managemrn, Education -
2004 - 2006
University of Brighton
PGCE, Primary Education -
1999 - 2000
University of Sussex
Certificate in Arts Management, Arts Administration -
1995 - 1998
Bath Spa University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Music -
1988 - 1995
Weald of Kent Grammar Schools for Girls
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2021 -
National College of Education
MSc, Educational Leadership and Management
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