WELCOME
A warm welcome to my website. I am a neuroinclusive architect, specializing in providing top-tier consultancy, training services and support on neurodiversity to professionals and individuals nationally and internationally.
Empower organisational
growth
A truly inclusive organisation is one that embraces all types of diversity including neurodiversity. By working with your organisation, I can provide you with the knowledge and tools to have the ability to obtain unique advantages brought about by a workforce with a positive mindset, good morale and where everyone can work to their strengths. A neuroinclusive organisation is proactive, dynamic, creative and rich in ideas and will constantly evolve, becoming a field leader.
Meet Dr Sarah Hopp FRSA
Dr Sarah Hopp EdD FRSA is a leading education architect with years of experience in teaching, coaching and supporting neurodiverse students and staff at FE and HE institutions. She is a key speaker at conferences to both small and large audiences and assists organisations in developing and enhancing neuro-inclusive working environments and policies. Her approach to supporting employees and employers is one that is holistic and strength-based to maximise wellbeing, morale, productivity and innovation.
Sarah is the Student Neurodiversity and Disability Manager and co-chair of the university Wellbeing, Accessibility, Neurodiversity and Disability staff network at City St George's, University of London and is also a published author, blogger and motivational speaker. Sarah has designed, developed and facilitated neurodiversity awareness and bespoke training programmes for staff including HR departments and senior management teams in a number of different institutions and across sectors.
My Story
My journey started in 1997 as a Modern Foreign Languages teacher, having obtained a Bachelor's degree in French and Russian from Queen Mary, University of London. I taught a range of courses from BTEC to A levels and was a pastoral personal tutor for many years. During that time, I also became a dyslexia specialist teacher and assessor for examination access arrangements for the Joint Council of Qualifications.
Whilst working as the Head of Additional Learning Support (Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator) at a sixth form college and chair of the Aim Higher, London Disability Working Group, I obtained a Master's degree in Adult Diagnosis of SpLD and later became a Doctor of Education (Research) at the University of Glasgow with a specialism in ADHD, Autism and holistic human flourishing. My current job is Student Neurodiversity and Disability Manager at City St George's, University of London where I'm also co-chair of the university staff Well-being, Accessibility, Neurodiversity and Disability (WAND) Network.
I have always been involved in educational research, enhancing understanding of neurodiversity and optimizing human flourishing by taking a holistic, strength-based approach. I'm a peer reviewer for a number of academic publishers, an article author and blogger for national teacher training agencies, the NEU and am a member of the Royal Society of Arts, where I share ideas with like-minded professionals across the world.
I've been a speaker for the Westminster Education Forum, and deliver talks, training and workshops at schools, colleges, universities and various institutions across the country and internationally.
As a neuro-inclusion specialist, I work with individuals and organisations to create working environments that are inclusive and supportive of all employees. By developing policies and strength-based strategies, we can nurture a workforce that is innovative, creative, feels valued and maximizes productivity.
I did my doctorate whilst working full time at a sixth form college and understand the pressures and challenges associated with studying at this level whilst fulfilling the duties of work and maintaining work/life balance. Having gone through this challenging journey, my courses and coaching are specifically designed to optimise personal potential, maintain motivation, resulting in a highly productive and happy organisation.
Being dyspraxic myself, I always try to grow by going outside my comfort zone. I'm a paddleboard racing athlete, competing in competitions across the country and in the top right photo, I had just walked over the roof of the 02 building in London. I'm also an avid outdoor pursuits and dog lover.
Photo courtesy of P3TPhotography
Testimonials
'We would like to thank you for your brilliant presentation with us at the BSB and for taking the time to answer additional questions from colleagues. We have found the insight you have given us thoroughly thought-provoking and we look forward to continuing to work with you.'
Natasha Mutch-Vidal
Diversity, Inclusion & Well-being Manager
Bar Standards Board
'There was a real buzz amongst us coming out of the session, and one of my team said that they couldn't remember the last time that they'd attended training which was so interesting and useful.'
Richard Ashcroft
Executive Dean City Law School
City St George's University of London
'Sarah is incredibly knowledgeable with a deep understanding of the world of Neurodivergence, bringing a wealth of practical expertise to her work. She has an exceptional ability to explain the complexity of neurodivergence with authenticity and clarity, making her insights accessible to everyone - from young students to educators and senior leaders. Her flexibility in tailoring each session to meet the specific needs of the community she serves ensures that her presentations are always engaging, relatable and impactful.'
Aurelia McNichol
Assistant Principal
International School of
Geneva,
Switzerland
'Sarah's presentation was really interesting and insightful.'
Melisa Rinaldi
Academic Developer
Centre for Excellence in Learning & Teaching
University of East London
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