Director & DSL

Melissa holds a degree in Children's Learning and Development and has over 16 years of experience working with children across a variety of settings, including nurseries, schools and private households. As a home-educating mother to two AuDHD children, she brings both professional experience and a deeply personal understanding of the challenges neurodivergent young people and their families can face. She is incredibly passionate about advocating for young people and ensuring they receive the understanding, support and opportunities they need to thrive. Melissa believes every young person deserves to feel safe, accepted and valued for exactly who they are, and this belief is at the heart of everything she does at Wildflower.

Director & DDSL

Michael has a background in IT management and is a dad to two AuDHD children, giving him both practical skills and a personal understanding of the importance of creating spaces where neurodivergent young people feel safe, accepted and understood. In June, Michael took the leap and left his career in IT to join Wildflower full-time, and he hasn't looked back! While he still puts his organisational and problem-solving skills to good use behind the scenes, these days there's nothing he loves more than getting stuck in alongside the young people. Whether he's playing sports, getting involved in activities or heading off on adventures in the woods, Michael brings energy, enthusiasm and a genuine love of being part of the Wildflower community.

Facilitator

Catherine is a qualified teacher with a passion for English literature and a strong belief that learning should be inspiring, meaningful and accessible to every young person. As a mum to a son, and with her own lived experience of neurodiversity, she brings both professional knowledge and personal understanding of the importance of recognising and celebrating individual differences. Catherine is passionate about exploring alternatives to traditional mainstream education and creating opportunities for young people to learn, grow and discover their interests in ways that feel right for them. She believes that every young person deserves to feel understood, supported and free to be themselves, and loves being part of an environment like Wildflower where relationships, curiosity and individuality come first.

Facilitator

Keira has been working with young people since 2011, building a wealth of experience across various settings. As a mum to a child with SEN, Keira also has a personal understanding of how important it is for every young person to feel heard, valued and supported as an individual. She is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers, build confidence and discover what they are capable of, in ways that feel right for them. Keira particularly enjoys getting stuck into activities, bringing fun and laughter to the day and encouraging young people to try new things at their own pace.

Facilitator

Karla has many years of experience working with young people. With a naturally warm, patient and nurturing approach, she is passionate about creating environments where every young person feels safe, understood and valued for who they are. As a mum with lived experience of supporting her own children's needs, Karla understands the importance of listening to families, recognising individual differences and providing support that truly meets each young person's needs. She believes in a gentle, therapeutic, and child-led approach, allowing young people the freedom to explore their interests and grow in confidence at their own pace. Karla particularly loves being outdoors, getting creative with natural materials and bringing young people's ideas to life through hands-on activities.