Cherylanne Taylor
West Malling,United Kingdom
Summary
An experienced and dedicated primary educator with 14 years of teaching experience, specialising in curriculum development, content creation, and pedagogical leadership. A highly motivated professional with expertise in delivering engaging and effective learning experiences, ensuring high academic outcomes. Passionate about fostering a love of learning in children and providing an inclusive and stimulating educational environment. Seeking to bring expertise to an international setting at Park House English School.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Head of Higher Learning & Year 4 Class Teacher
Sevenoaks Preparatory School
Kent, United Kingdom
2020.09 - 2025.04
- Advocate and lead in whole school days such as STEAM day from Nursery-Year 8
- Lead curriculum innovation in maths and English, ensuring high engagement and achievement (such as introducing the Power of reading and a creative curriculum to KS2)
- Analyse, interpret, and track student progress data to inform teaching strategies
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of educational policies and best practices
- Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that cater to different learning styles and abilities
- Work closely with colleagues to ensure a consistent and engaging curriculum delivery
- Support the pastoral care and well-being of students, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and motivated
- Provide targeted intervention and challenge for pupils to maximise their potential
Outdoor Learning & Forest School Lead (Prep School)
Sevenoaks Preparatory School
Kent, United Kingdom
2015.09 - 2025.04
- Designed, developed, and implemented the Outdoor Learning and Forest School programme from inception, ensuring it became an integral part of the school's curriculum
- Leading Outdoor Learning and Forest School sessions weekly to Years 3-6, fostering resilience, independence, and a deep connection with nature
- Create engaging and challenging outdoor activities that develop problem-solving skills, teamwork, and leadership qualities in pupils
- Work collaboratively with staff to integrate outdoor learning across subjects, making cross-curricular links to enhance student engagement and understanding
- Maintain and manage outdoor learning resources and environments, ensuring safety and sustainability
- Advocate for the benefits of outdoor education and provide professional development opportunities for colleagues
Mentor Teacher
Sevenoaks Preparatory School
Kent
2021.09 - 2022.10
- Provided guidance and professional development for early-career teachers
- Evaluated teaching methods and provided constructive feedback
- Designed and implemented tailored learning plans to support teacher growth
- Observed and assessed new teachers, reporting to the local universities
Class Teacher & Science Coordinator
Brunswick House School
Maidstone, United Kingdom
2012.09 - 2015.08
- Led the science curriculum, developing engaging and inquiry-based learning experiences
- Introduced STEAM days as part of Science week whilst an NQT
- Mentored senior colleagues in effective teaching strategies and curriculum planning using new teaching initiatives such as Power of Reading, Talk for Writing and project based planning
- Analysed student performance data to drive improvements in teaching and learning
- Set up the outdoor classroom and began to incorporate outdoor learning in an inner city school
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Canterbury Christ Church University
2016.08 - 2018.06
Bachelor of Science - Outdoor Adventure Leadership and Management
University of Worcester
Worcester, WOR 2007.09 - 2010.08
Primary PGCE with QTS - Primary Education
University of Birmingham
Birmingham 2010.09 - 2011.07
A Level and AS Levels
Havant College
Havant 2005.09 - 2007.07
GCSE
St Edmund's RC School
Portsmouth 2000.09 - 2005.07
Certification
Professional courses
- Level 3 Outdoor First Aid- 4Minutes- October 2024
- Marking and Feedback in the Inquiry Classroom- Educare- November 2024
- Understanding Child and Adolescent Development- Educare- November 2024
- Equality and Diversity- Educare- September 2024
- Adaptive Teaching- Educare- September 2024
- Child Protection Refresher- Educare- September 2024
Further courses available on request
References
Reference 1: Luke Harrison- Headteacher at Sevenoaks Preparatory School
Luke.harrison@theprep.org.uk +44 1732 762336
Reference 2: Claire Randall- Head of Maths Headcorn Primary School
claire.randall@headcorn.kent.sch.uk +44 1622 891289
Reference 3: Shivanthy Ratnarajan – GP Owner of YU Health (Tutoring her 2 children for 5+years)
shivanthy7@yahoo.co.uk +44 7967001103
Timeline
Mentor Teacher
Sevenoaks Preparatory School
2021.09 - 2022.10
Head of Higher Learning & Year 4 Class Teacher
Sevenoaks Preparatory School
2020.09 - 2025.04
Master of Arts - Education
Canterbury Christ Church University
2016.08 - 2018.06
Outdoor Learning & Forest School Lead (Prep School)
Sevenoaks Preparatory School
2015.09 - 2025.04
Class Teacher & Science Coordinator
Brunswick House School
2012.09 - 2015.08
Primary PGCE with QTS - Primary Education
University of Birmingham
2010.09 - 2011.07
Bachelor of Science - Outdoor Adventure Leadership and Management
University of Worcester
2007.09 - 2010.08
A Level and AS Levels
Havant College
2005.09 - 2007.07
GCSE
St Edmund's RC School
2000.09 - 2005.07