Here is how you can work with me
Most settings have a risk assessment process, but very few have a framework specifically for toys and play materials (where they come from, whether they are right for the children using them, and how to balance standard guidance and individual needs). These workshops give professionals the skills and understanding to balance developmental benefits and risks, from the very next day.
Professional Development Sessions
90 minutes: £280
Half-day (3 hours): £495
Full-day (7 hours): £875
Topics include contextual assessments, procurement decisions, daily management, storage and cleaning systems, and more
Hands-on support to declutter toy chaos and create safe and fun play spaces in your home. I can teach you to spot unsafe toys, recognise your child's unique play signals, and establish simple systems that reduce overwhelm while maximising development—all tailored to your family's specific needs and living space.
One-to-One Consultations
Option 1 - remote
Option 2 - at your home (Liverpool or with travel cost)
(currently operating a waiting list)
Expert guidance for toy designers and manufacturers based on current developmental research and real-world experience in special education. I provide insights into diverse play patterns across age groups and neurodivergent play styles to help create truly inclusive, developmentally appropriate toys.
Expert Guidance for Toy Industry Professionals
£75 per hour
Specialist insights on neurodivergent play patterns and inclusive toy design
Support for creating developmentally appropriate toys for children with diverse needs
Why work with me?
My PhD in Education, international degrees, and years working with families give me unique insight into how toys support development. I blend research training with real-world observations to provide advice that works in actual family homes, not just theory.
I'm not affiliated with any toy manufacturer or retailer. My recommendations are based solely on developmental benefits and direct observations of children at play—never what's trending or profitable.
My approach isn't just a preference—it's supported by research in choice theory, sensory processing, and visual stress studies. This also aligns with my sustainability values by helping families become more conscious consumers and protect the planet.
Through careful observation and listening, I create recommendations tailored to your child's specific abilities, sensory preferences, and your family's values and living situation, all to offer solutions that fit your real life.
Learning isn't just a professional requirement for me—it's a core value that guides my life. This passion means you benefit from someone who stays at the forefront of play research and practice simply because I love what I do.
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance mean you can book training and consultations with complete confidence. I maintain full compliance with requirements for working in family, educational and therapeutic settings.
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Toy safety is a dynamic process, rather than a single rule. Each child, family, space, toy and situation is different, so I am not teaching rules, but skills for making safety decisions in a moment. Join me in training your risk-aware eyes, supportive hands and trusting heart.
