I am an experienced classroom teacher with a career that spans 22 years.  I currently facilitate professional learning in schools and work closely to explore and develop inclusive practice.  This includes developing school wide systems of appraisal, planning and teacher professional development  programmes which are all underpinned by Universal Design for Learning.My personal experience of UDL is one of transformation.  It is the lens that I apply to all my thinking, reflection and ways of working. In my teaching career I have never felt something that was such a natural fit.  I am absolutely passionate about understanding the needs of my learners and providing spaces where everyone feels valued, excepted and can learn in ways that make them feel successful as learners.