Filippa England has a wide experience of supporting pupils and staff across a multi-academy trust and as Specialist Leader in Education. She is currently the Learning and Achievement Leader for Every Child Matters Academy Trust in Barnsley and enjoys sharing effective practice within her schools, across Barnsley and local areas.

Having implemented and supported a successful phonics programme across the trust, she is passionate to ensure all children are successful, fluent readers with a passion for books and reading. Through diagnostic support and precise coaching, Filippa has supported schools build upon a strong start in reception and key stage 1 to ensure they receive consistent and high-quality teaching throughout their primary education. As such, she has been influential in improvements in literacy across each of the schools in the academy and across her local authority.

Her wealth of experience at supporting teachers and senior leadership teams, means she is able to support schools drive standards through a supportive and systematic approach. Filippa loves to share her love and passion for reading and language with schools across the region.