Meet your trainer

Emma Simpson

Emma Simpson has worked in education for 27 years, as a teacher, leader, consultant and researcher. Her work has mostly been in inner London schools and has prompted an increasing interest in and commitment to issues of social equality. She joined The Difference (education charity which promotes inclusive practices) in 2023 as the Senior Research Manager. Over the last year she has been conducting research into Internal Alternative Provision in order to establish the range of approaches being taken by schools and what strong practice looks like.