Compass Connections has been nurturing children’s wellbeing through imaginative and creative experiences and explorations – since 2011.
The ‘connection’ part of our company is very important to us. We know that when we connect with others, we are not alone. Choosing connection means that we choose to walk alongside others, as well as work on our own individual wellbeing journey.
Sometimes we need to ask others for direction, and the ‘compass’ part of our company is very important to us also. When our wellbeing can come into question, more often than not, a gentle reminder from others, can often place us in the direction we need.
It’s not always about being on the ‘right path’, but being on the path that feels right to us. Others can often see that before we see it in ourselves.
Maria
Director of Wellbeing and Learning (Founder)
Maria has over 25 years of experience in Primary Education. Her previous roles include classroom teacher, RE subject leader, senior leader, and consultant. She has supported primary schools nationwide in nurturing children’s spirituality and well-being.
Maria is the Director of Wellbeing and Learning at Compass Connections, which she founded in 2011. She delivers in-person and online children’s sessions and CPD training for primary colleagues.
Maria’s Credentials
- Bachelor of Education (with honours and QTS) 1999
- Certificate in Advanced Educational Studies 2001
- Fellowship of The Chartered College of Teaching 2008
- Creative Community Leadership 2021
- Mindfulness for Children Diploma- Distinction 2023
- Shinrin Yoku – Forest Bathing Diploma – Distinction 2023
- Ho’oponopono Diploma – Distinction 2024
- NLP for Children Diploma – Distinction 2024
- Creative Visualisation Diploma – Distinction 2024
- Mindfulness Teacher Diploma – Distinction 2024
Claudia
Wellbeing Consultant
Claudia has 23 years of experience as a mother to three children with additional needs. She has previously worked in Pre-School Education for 11 years.
Claudia is the Wellbeing Consultant at Compass Connections. She is an advocate for creativity to support wellbeing journeys for both herself and for others. Claudia enjoys going to the gym and being outside in nature. She brings her compassion and understanding to a variety of situations.
Claudia’s Credentials
- BTec Nursery Nursing 1996
- Foundation course in Psychology 2022
Oscar
Creative Editor
Oscar is the creative editor at Compass Connections. He creates photos both in a studio and on location to create images for clients and their websites. He enjoys food, especially cheese, and experiencing new cuisine. He also enjoys walking and connecting with others in card gaming and social activities.
Oscar volunteers at a local palliative care charity in his spare time.
Oscar’s Credentials
- BA in Photography 2022
