Drama has always been a passion of mine and many skills I learnt along the way were put into good use with my original career as a Buyer for Selfridges and Woolworths.  Whilst still working in London, I helped a friend and colleague with her Dancing school, Alexanders School of Dance, which then gave me the platform to set up FSD.   I have also taught Drama at St. Cedd’s School , Maldon Court and Newhall.  Twenty years on ,I am very lucky and proud to run a school with excellent teachers, wonderful children and supportive parents.  It is so rewarding to see a quiet child blossom into a confident young adult, with skills to take them forward in life whether it be in the profession of Acting or another chosen path. 

I have been a part of FSD since I was 7 years old and began teaching ,as an assistant in drama and musical theatre classes, from the age of 15.

As an actor, my time at FSD has hugely helped get me to where I am today, from becoming a National Youth Theatre member, ambassador and facilitator, to training at Mountview.

I love being  a part of FSD and so, when I finished drama school, it was a no brainer to come back and teach here!

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I joined FSD at just 4 years old as a way to build my confidence. I stayed until I was 18 and over those years I discovered a passion for the performing arts. I went on to study a BSc at the University of Nottingham, followed by a Master's in Acting at the Guilford School of Acting, before returning to FSD as a Teacher. Alongside teaching at FSD , I also work at The Walt Disney Company. It's such a privelage to play a small part in our students' development and to see how their confidence and creativity grow, both on and off stage.FSD is an incredibly supportive environment- from teachers and students alike- and the variety of productions, classes and opportunities keeps everyone excited throughout the year.

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Having been at FSD since I was 6 years old, I was so excited to have been asked by Fran when I was 18 to be a Class Assistant.  It is such a family orientated, friendly school where every child is made to feel special and appreciated. I left a year later to study in Birmingham to be a primary school teacher however kept popping in to see my FSD family throughout my 3 years training. Having graduated from university as a fully qualified teacher, I was beyond excited to hear Fran had a space for a teacher, so I jumped back on board and have loved my 2 years since then. I enjoy being at the side of the stage even more so than being on, and the rewards are even better!!