Committee
Nicola Anderson
My name is Nicola Anderson and I’m originally from London. I moved to Lancaster in 1990. I am a childcare worker and have been to Thailand twice. The first time I was there for 6 weeks and the second for a year. In that year I realised … Read More
Sally Anderson
My name is Sally Anderson, Nicola’s mum. I work as a teacher with children experiencing a range of special needs. Having lived in Norfolk and London, I moved to Lancaster in 1990. As well as wanting to help Nicola, I have been to Thailand … Read More
Caroline Jackson
I am Caroline Jackson and have known Nicola since she was at school. My life has been spent as a teacher in mainstream but always with an interest in young people with special needs. My daughter went and spent a little time with Nic when … Read More
Helen Russell
Hi, my name’s Helen. I am Lancaster born and bred! I have been a member of St Thomas’s for 21 years and have been involved in Junior Church for 9 of those. I work on the Education Team at Beaumont College in Lancaster – a specialist … Read More
Amy Rowbotham
My name is Amy Rowbotham and I’m originally from Worcestershire. I moved to Lancaster in 1999 where I studied Occupational Therapy. I am involved in this project because I feel really passionate and excited about the work of … Read More
Jannicke Ive
My name is Jannicke and as well as appearing on come dine with me, I have lived in the Lancaster area on and off since I was 6. I have worked with children and young adults with a range of disabilities since I was 16 and it is a subject … Read More
Emma Dixon
My name is Emma Dixon. I have 2 young boys and am involved with the children’s work at St Thomas’s in Lancaster. I went to school with Nicola and have been friends with her for many years as we got to know each other through St … Read More
Naomi Parsons
My name is Naomi Parsons and I’ve recently joined the committee again after taking a break to complete a doctorate. I’ve worked with children with special educational needs for the last ten years and now work as an educational … Read More