Hello, I’m Nicki, the tutor behind Whole & Wild Learning. I’m a Bristol-based qualified teacher with over 13 years of experience supporting young people with additional needs in specialist settings. Alongside my teaching work, I trained as a Level 3 Forest School Leader with Children of the Forest, which deepened my commitment to child-led, nature-rooted learning.

Even the most specialised settings can’t meet the needs of every child. Whole & Wild Learning exists to fill those gaps with compassion, creativity, and flexibility.

My approach is:

Child-led at the core

I meet each learner exactly where they are. Connection and regulation come first — learning grows from safety, trust, and curiosity.

Inclusive and accessible

I aim to keep my services low-cost where possible and rooted in community connection. Every child deserves support that honours who they are.

Adaptive and responsive

I arrive with a plan, but I always bring the materials — and the mindset — to follow a child’s interests. Sessions flow organically, shaped by the learner’s needs in the moment.

🌿 Informed by experience and understanding

My practice blends:

• 13 years teaching in specialist settings

• Forest School training

• Sensory-aware, neurodiversity-affirming methods

• Techniques learned from occupational therapists

• A deep belief in the power of nature, creativity, and connection

This is the heart of Whole & Wild Learning: gentle, grounded, personalised support that honours the whole child

Inclusive After-School Clubs

Small, nurturing groups designed to support social connection, confidence, and curiosity.

I currently run Myth Makers, a literacy adventure club structured around Norse Mythology for young people who love epic adventures but struggle to write.

I also run Wiggly Phonics, a fun active reading club for younger children who need to move to learn. These sessions use embodied learning to embed letter sounds in a way that is less abstract. then just looking at a flashcard! I am also about to launch Wild Words, the outdoor based version of Wiggly Phonics! So watch this space!

For more information on my clubs click the link:

Home Education Pods with Specialist SEND Support

My goal is simple: to help young people re-engage with learning, build confidence, and develop the skills they need to thrive. I can bring Myth Makers, Wild Words, or a completely bespoke project to your home for small group specialist tutoring. Past projects have included:

• Stop motion animation projects.

• Helping an aspiring 10year old game designer develop a portfolio of their ideas.

• Creating an audio book with a small group.

• Building a shadow puppet theatre.

If you would like to chat about the possibility of working together, fill in the contact form at the end of the page and I will get back to you for a free no-obligation consultation. For information on pricing, click the link below:

Resources for Home Educators & Families

Alongside tutoring, I create gentle, screen-free resources for families who want to bring more connection and creativity into their home learning.

These include:

• Seasonal inspiration — activities rooted in nature’s rhythms

• Printable guides & templates — to support planning and playful learning

• Creative, inclusive materials — designed to nurture curiosity, confidence, and joy

Whether you’re seeking personalised support or ready-to-use resources, Whole & Wild Learning is here to help children connect with themselves, their families, and the natural world.