As a Drama teacher and SENDCo at The Duston School for 12 years, I have seen the changes and progressions that the school has made. Teaching here is a great pleasure, working with students and staff in both the secondary and primary phases. My role as SENDCo includes working with SEND pupils from the primary and secondary phases, with outside agencies such as Hospital and Outreach, as well as being responsible for Looked After Children, who I love seeing grow into mature young adults with successful futures ahead of them. I love running groups that help with emotional wellbeing and nurturing emotions to help our more vulnerable pupils feel confident in their own person, helping them to be successful at The Duston School and beyond. My role as a Drama teacher is amazing, from enthusiastic pupils in lessons to being part of the dynamic Music & Performing Arts faculty to directing scenes in the school show.