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Learn Happy London believes that for every child to be successful in education they need to learn with enjoyment, creativity and curiosity. More importantly being happy, untroubled and carefree leads to enjoyable and successful learning experiences.
I take a holistic view to learning. My mission, therefore, is to help children perform to their very best. I help them develop confidence, resilience, and independence as well as a life long curiosity for learning.
In addition I support parents to understand how the National Curriculum is taught in schools, how to get their children’s needs met and how to support children’s learning at home. Whilst the classroom can seem a bit ‘one size fits all’ I know that with the right support and guidance parents can have the confidence to be more involved with their children’s learning.
Learning goes far beyond just sitting at a table and completing worksheets. It is a process. That is to say it can be achieved through everyday conversation, play, reading and real life experiences and activities. Learning, more often than not, should be child-led and structured in a way that benefits the child.
Ultimately the mental health, wellbeing and happiness of all children is paramount.
Hi, I'm Gaby and I run Learn Happy London
BSc Hons Psychology, London Metropolitan University, PGCE in Primary Education, Roehampton University, Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma in the Therapeutic Arts, Institute for Arts in Therapy and Education (IATE), Level 2 Introduction to Child Counselling Skills, Place To Be
After graduating with a degree in Psychology from London Metropolitan University and studying towards a PGCE in Primary Education at Roehampton University I worked as a TA, LSA and a Teacher. predominantly in Primary Education. .I have 20 years experience in the field and in-depth experience of working with SEND children especially in Autism, Dyslexia and Dyspraxia. I am currently a Child Counsellor in training at the Institute for Arts in Therapy and Education – IATE. My training is accredited by the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the United Kingdom Council of Psychotherapy (UKCP).
My interests in Psychology and Education stem from my own personal experiences growing. I had a difficult childhood and struggled at school. Whilst studying towards my PGCE I was diagnosed with Dyspraxia. As well as my childhood experiences, having a specific learning difficulty has helped me understand myself as a person. I have a much greater insight and empathy towards today’s children who struggle with mental health issues and SEND. All too often children who are quiet, slower than their peers, have difficulty with concentration and emotional regulation are often labelled as lazy or disruptive. Sadly, they are often the forgotten ones. I, therefore, always try to take a positive approach to listen with empathy and compassion, address their needs and find ways that they can learn best. It is extremely rewarding to see the progress children make with the right support and guidance in place, especially for those with SEND who find learning and the school environment challenging and overwhelming..
‘It is OK to make mistakes as long as you learn from them.’
Throughout my career I have worked with a wide variety of children of all abilities including those with special educational needs. I liaised with teachers and other professionals such as Educational Psychologists and Speech and Language Therapists, to plan, deliver and assess learning activities. In addition, I managed and led a variety of extra-curricular activities and being fluent in French I taught the language using La Jolie Ronde Methodology. Furthermore I have supported and advised many families from different cultures and backgrounds regarding their children’s education and continue to do so.
