With over 20 years supporting schools across Essex, Redbridge, Newham, and Barking and Dagenham, Claire is passionate about helping children and young people engage meaningfully with religious and philosophical ideas. She believes that understanding diverse beliefs is key to building respectful and inclusive communities.
Claire’s work has extended nationally through collaborations with education bodies and specialist organisations, where she has helped shape effective approaches to Religious Education. She enjoys mentoring educators and leading projects that nurture confident, thoughtful teaching of RE.
An accomplished author, Claire has created award-winning resources and regularly shares her expertise through articles and national publications, always aiming to inspire deeper learning.
Her dedication to fostering inclusive, respectful education goes beyond the classroom—Claire is deeply committed to creating learning environments where every learner feels valued, heard, and empowered. Through her work, she champions the development of empathy, critical thinking, and cultural awareness, all vital skills for thriving in today’s diverse world. This commitment resonates strongly with BDSIP’s mission to support schools in nurturing confident, compassionate communities where every child can succeed and belong.
