The name Beyond Bridges Education represents a departure from conventional norms, emphasising the importance of moving beyond limitations and overcoming obstacles. Bridges signifies connection, collaboration and joint attention to problems that need solving.
Beyond Bridges Education focuses on transformational journeys, where challenges are viewed as opportunities for growth and new insights, serving as a guiding light for families and educators navigating educational hurdles, seeking to do their very best for their children in their care.
Our commitment to every child is to provide an expert level of assessment, tutoring and coaching to support their learning differences. Our team of dedicated specialist teachers are carefully matched to each child and use a range of adaptive teaching methods.
We work with a network of experienced and specialised assessors, tutors and coaches. We ensure that every member of our team embraces diversity in learning and is experienced in building high quality relationships with your child, helping them to succeed in their academic journey and their emotional wellbeing.
The story of Beyond Bridges Education (BBE) began with a serendipitous encounter between Lisa Low and Johanna Pickering in Hong Kong, China, as their children embarked on a new chapter of their educational journey in 2018.
With over 30 years of experience in education across the UK, Europe, China, and Hong Kong, China, specialising in learning and behaviour, Lisa Low is an expert in identifying needs and developing strategies to support each child and family. Lisa brings a wealth of professional experiences, ranging from school principal and SENDCo to educational assessor and teacher.
Her journey as a parent adds a personal dimension to her understanding of the challenges and triumphs families face. Lisa's academic background includes two master's degrees, enriching her insights into educational practices.
Johanna's professional journey began in international development, where she played a crucial role in market development across multiple countries.
Her transition into education sparked her interest in marketing and admissions roles in prominent schools in Hong Kong, China.
Through her experiences, Johanna gained valuable insights into parental perspectives and school operations.
Beyond Bridges Education embodies a vision of transcending traditional educational boundaries, symbolising bridging gaps and overcoming obstacles. Lisa and Johanna envision a future where education extends beyond current limitations, empowering teachers, families, and communities.
Their ultimate goal is to coach and train educators in inclusive practices, building networks and support systems to uplift every family and child's learning journey.
At Beyond Bridges Education, our core values are not just words on paper; they're the guiding principles that illuminate every step of our journey.
With a steadfast commitment to inclusivity, innovation, and empowerment, we bridge the gap between educational challenges and transformative opportunities, ensuring every learner's potential is ignited and nurtured."
We believe that each individual possesses unique talents and abilities which are waiting to be discovered.
Our person-centred approach keeps parents in the driver's seat and central to the decision making process. They feel seen and heard.
Our approach is rooted in empathy and understanding, providing non-judgmental support to navigate challenges and respecting the lived experiences of those we support.
We prioritise the holistic well-being of children, offering personalised care and guidance to foster growth and development.
We believe that every child deserves to thrive so we help create the conditions to make this happen.
We empower families and educators with knowledge and resources to advocate for children's needs and create inclusive learning environments.
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