I studied Primary Education at Edinburgh University and have worked in both Edinburgh and Midlothian ever since. I live in Edinburgh with my husband and young family and I'm thrilled to be part of the Cuiken Family as our Depute Head Teacher! 

I am passionate about Literacy, ASN and supporting the emotional wellbeing of our learners so they can thrive as part of our school community.

I’m originally from Belfast and studied Primary Education in Aberdeen. I taught in Edinburgh for four years before moving to Hong Kong, where I specialised in additional support needs at an International school for two years. Continuing my passion for inclusion and well-being, I have moved back to Scotland and am now the Principal Teacher at The Cuiken Nest.