Lala Najlae Elmaroufi

Lala Najlae Elmaroufi

Family Programme Trip Assistant: Born in Morocco


Nadia Anwar

Nadia Anwar

Children’s Maths Tutor: Born in the UK

I have always enjoyed maths. Hence I decided to complete a maths degree at Imperial College London after completing my A-levels. In completing this I studied for a PGCE. I then spent 7 years working a a maths teacher at a local high school. I find teaching to be very rewarding.


Abigail Wren

Abigail Wren

Children’s Maths Tutor: Born in the UK

I was born in the UK and have lived in various places including Wales, Exeter, Leeds and the Cotswolds. I have been a KS2 teacher for 6 years and specialise in supporting children with additional needs. My favourite subjects to teach are Maths, History and Geography as they all allow for lots of investigation and practical learning. Outside of teaching, I love to read and to watch football. I support Tottenham and love to go and watch live football matches.


Sandra Mullings

Sandra Mullings

Receptionist: Born in North Kensington/London

Born in Paddington to Jamaican parents in the 60s. I am a carer for my younger sister and the proud mother of 3 children – 2 boys and a girl. My background is in education, fashion, admin and the childcare sector.
I went to the local primary and secondary school in North Kensington. I see myself as a life-long learner graduating from the West London University in 2014 with a BSc Hons Psychology degree as a mature student.
I collect hats and scarves and absolutely love Jogging/gym, yoga, cooking and travelling.


Patrick Ball

Patrick Ball 

ESOL Tutor: Born in Sheffield

I was born and raised in Sheffield, and studied in London before moving to Philadelphia, USA, to do a PhD in philosophy. While I was in America I realised that I want to be an English teacher, and I taught ESOL in Sheffield and in Kyoto, Japan, before joining Nova in North Kensington in 2024. I am excited to be a small part of a wonderful community.


Esther Ameyinoge

Esther Ameyinoge 

Programme Officer: Born in South London

Born and raised in South London to a vibrant Nigerian household, with interests in international development, advocating for the marginalised, and all things chocolate!

Coming from a background in working with charities, education and social enterprises, I am pleased to be a part of an organisation such as Nova.