Shellisha

At HEAH: Open Routes for All Learners CIC, we provide a nurturing, trauma-informed and coaching-led approach to education. Based in Anerley (SE20) and online, we support children and young people aged 8–16 who thrive in smaller, flexible learning environments.

Our tutors deliver a broad curriculum, including:
• Academic support – English, maths, Functional Skills preparation, study skills
• Creative learning – Arts Award (Discover to Gold), poetry, media, design
• Wellbeing & confidence – emotional literacy, mentoring, physical fitness

Every learner has a personalised plan, works in small groups (maximum 6), and can achieve nationally recognised AQA Unit Awards and Arts Awards.

We are committed to helping learners build confidence, independence and a love of learning, whether for short-term support, re-engagement, or longer-term pathways.

Willing to travel: Home Only

Experience: I am a qualified Social Worker and SEND Teacher with over 20 years’ experience since 2004, supporting children, young people and families across education and community settings. My practice is trauma-informed and strength-based, helping learners to build confidence, independence and a love of learning.

I have worked across schools, local authorities and community projects, specialising in:
• Teaching and tutoring children with SEND
• English, maths and Functional Skills preparation
• Mentoring, emotional literacy and wellbeing development
• Creative pathways including Arts Award and AQA Unit Awards

As the founder of HEAH: Open Routes for All Learners CIC, I bring together two decades of professional expertise with a personal commitment to creating flexible, nurturing learning opportunities for every learner.

DBS Check: Yes