Callum Thompson - Proprietor, Fast Forward School, Hull
It is with great pleasure and without reservation that I write this reference for Ellen. As the proprietor of The Fast Forward School, I can say with absolute confidence that Ellen was instrumental in bringing our school from concept to reality. Opening a school is an enormously daunting undertaking, and Ellen's support throughout the entire process was nothing short of invaluable.
Ellen provided expert guidance across every aspect of the project, including planning and developing the premises, recruitment of staff, curriculum design, and quality assurance. Her breadth of knowledge meant that no matter the challenge we faced, Ellen was equipped to help us navigate it effectively. She approached every aspect of the work with skill and professionalism.
Ellen was exceptionally easy to work with. She demonstrated a flexible and responsive approach, adapting to the needs of the project and to my requirements as a client. Her diligence was evident throughout she was consistently available when I needed her, and on more than one occasion travelled halfway across the country to ensure that our most important meetings took place face to face. That level of commitment speaks volumes about her professional character.
What distinguishes Ellen most is her genuine care for her profession, for the staff she supports, and above all for the young people who will attend the schools she helps to establish. She is not simply a consultant carrying out a brief; she is someone who is deeply invested in getting things right. Ellen was not afraid to challenge me when she felt it was necessary, and in doing so she guided me through some genuinely difficult periods with honesty, sensitivity, and sound judgement.
I would not hesitate to recommend Ellen to any individual or organisation seeking expert support in establishing or developing a school. She is a rare professional who combines deep expertise with genuine dedication, and any project she is involved in will be the better for it.
