Abbie Herrick is thrilled to be joining the Anker Valley team as the class teacher in Dragonflies. Since qualifying in 2016, she has taught children predominantly in EYFS, in inner-city schools in Luton and Birmingham. From these experiences, Abbie has gained skills in teaching children with SEND and EAL needs from disadvantaged backgrounds. She has loved seeing these children grow personally and academically, and being able to provide them with experiences they may not have otherwise received. Abbie believes that school should be a place where children can feel safe and happy so they are able to learn, have fun and become the best person they can be. She is extremely excited to get to know the children and their families as they embark on the beginning of their learning journey at Anker Valley Primary Academy.