Educational Leader -Well‑Being Advocate
With more than 25 years of pioneering work in education, Theodora brings deep expertise in teaching, leadership, and whole‑school development. An experienced EFL Teacher Trainer, she has served as Head of School and Director of Studies at Bogiou Language School since 2002, and has held Academic Manager roles with BSC Young Learners in Oxford, Chelmsford, and Malta.
Her leadership background spans:
- Quality assurance and school improvement
- Leadership training and professional development
- British Council and Ofqual inspection preparation
- Monitoring and elevating teaching and learning standards
Theodora holds a Master’s Degree in TESOL from the University of Nicosia and advanced qualifications in Neuroscience Coaching, Teen Coaching, NLP, Hypnotherapy, and Positive Psychology. She is a passionate advocate for emotional well‑being as a foundation for learning.
Founder of exSELlens™
Theodora is the creator of several innovative, research‑informed programs, including:
- Little Pilots™
- Little Stars™
- ‘Mummy and Me’ English Together™
- XBrain™
- Teacher SELato™
- RESILIENT TEENS™
Her flagship qualification, the Diploma in Social & Emotional Well‑Being™, provides schools with a structured, science‑backed pathway to embed emotional well‑being in everyday practice. Endorsed by NOCN, this globally recognised certification helps educators strengthen teacher resilience, enhance student engagement, and build a healthier school culture.
Her frameworks earned the Gold Award in Teaching Innovation (2020), and more than 800 teachers have been trained in her six proprietary SEL programs—achieving remarkable outcomes for learners and educators alike.
Theodora’s Story
Theodora’s work is deeply rooted in her own transformative journey. She believes that cognitive growth is inseparable from emotional well‑being, and that students flourish when their inner world is supported with intention and care.
Her personal experiences—overcoming challenges, reshaping her mindset, and discovering her purpose—fuel her commitment to helping others unlock their potential. Today, she empowers educators and students to grow with resilience, purpose, and passion, creating learning environments where every individual can thrive.
