Testimonials.

Heather Cobbins (Art Coordinator Belton CofEPrimary School Belton Loughborough) www.belton.leics.sch.uk

“A plus point to mention when ‘selling’ your creative packages is the enthusiasm for storytelling”, the children “were so eager to write/draw the world that their models came from.”

Robert McDermot (Headteacher Belton CofEPrimary School Belton Loughborough) Dean is “friendly towards everyone, children really enjoyed creating the illuminating sign & having the opportunity to work with a new medium.”

Jo Blackburn (Headteacher Claybrooke Primary School Claybrooke Parva Lutterworth)

Dean “Conducted yourself in a professional manner at all times.” “Great concept and the children were able to produce some high quality work”

Healthy eating superheroes is over a full school day or 4 sessions of one & half hours as after school sessions  “ Jo’s comments are extremely interesting regarding this question, which I agree! What do you think I could do to change any of my sessions or what other ideas would you and your pupils like to create?”

“Extend them! To 5 or 6 sessions to allow them to change/adapt/improve their models” This is an important edition which should be added to the curriculum, Jo “would like to see this idea developed more through generating storyboards/adventures & creating films.

Alison Wright (Headteacher Sherard Primary School Melton Mowbray) Jenny Hill (Extended Services Melton Mowbray) www.sherardschool.co.uk

2009: “Dean has worked very hard on three very different projects at Sherard Primary School. He with the help of the children has produced some amazing sculptures.”

“The children have enjoyed wonderful motivating learning opportunities while working along side Dean.”

“He has the ability to stimulate, share his knowledge and skills through a hands on and fun approach.”

“Dean has positive approachable manner, he has very good subject knowledge and an effective delivery style. He always delivers sessions with enthusiasm and dedication.”

“Dean has good relationships with children, staff and parents. He is friendly, reliable, punctual, conscientious and adaptable.”

“Dean has a very positive approach to behavior management and knows the importance of respecting children. He has worked with all age ranges except Foundation stage and all abilities. Dean is also very conscious of the safety of children who are working with him an ensures they are aware of any issues.”

“He knows the importance of good communication with the school and staff, joint planning, clear roles and responsibilities to ensure the projects are planned and completed within set timelines.”

“Dean has a true awareness of how schools work and works with them to achieve fantastic outcomes.”

“I would have no reservations in recommending Dean and his excellent work to any one.”