Hello, I’m Christopher Proudfoot

Children’s Author | Qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant | SEND School Experience.

I visit primary schools to inspire children to read, write and discover that everyone has a story worth telling.

I write stories that support children in developing imagination, empathy, and self-expression, often exploring themes such as kindness, resilience, emotional wellbeing, environmental awareness, and navigating challenges like bullying or anxiety in age-appropriate ways. My work is shaped by experience working with a wide range of children, and by the belief that every child and every school has a story worth telling.

I am a qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant and currently work in a SEND school, which has given me a strong understanding of inclusive practice, classroom dynamics, and the importance of adapting learning experiences to meet different needs. This experience informs both my writing and the way I work with children during school visits.

Alongside writing (and working as a TA), I work with primary schools to deliver engaging author talks and creative writing workshops. Every school has its own values, priorities, and areas of focus, and I enjoy tailoring sessions to reflect what a school is working on at the time, whether that is wellbeing, inclusion, respect, resilience, or a specific curriculum or PSHE theme.

I am the author of Ria the Anxious Hermit Crab, a children’s book that explores anxiety and self-confidence in a gentle, accessible way. My workshops are designed to support key curriculum aims, including spoken language, reading for pleasure, vocabulary development, narrative structure, and confident written expression.

I aim to create a calm, supportive environment where all children feel encouraged to participate, explore their ideas, and develop confidence in their own creative voice.

Much of my writing is inspired by a long-standing passion for the ocean, marine life, and fishkeeping. I believe the natural world offers a meaningful and engaging foundation for children’s stories to be built from.

I understand that teachers’ lives are extremely busy, and I do everything I can to make visits easy to organise and straightforward to run. Clear communication, flexible planning, and careful preparation ensure that sessions fit smoothly into the school day.