



Fenella BSc PGCE MEd
Fostering connection and learning through storytelling



Fenella BSc PGCE MEd
Fostering connection and learning through storytelling

Hello & Welcome
Hello, I’m Fenella (or Miss Symes). I’m a University of Cambridge graduate, Head of Early Years in a primary school, and a newly published children’s book author. My background also includes pharmacy studies and educational research at ETH Zurich.
I’m passionate about helping children learn through stories, especially through picture books and puppetry, while continuing to develop my specialism in Early Years Education.
Where is Mummy's Hair?



Where is Mummy's Hair?
£15.00
1 reviewsby Fenella Symes
Illustrated by Jasia Pang
A tender story inspired by real experiences and research, this picture book follows a young child’s adventure to help find his mummy's hair. This picture book gently opens conversation about illness.
Profits go in aid of Hope Support Services.QuantityComing soonIntergenerational Care - connecting schools and care homes.
My previous projects have included setting up intergenerational connections between schools and care homes, to foster empathy and communication skills in children and reduce loneliness with the ageing population.


Puppets in the Classroom
My research primarily explored the mathematical cognition of young children (aged 4-5 years) and the critical role that executive functions play in this development. I investigated innovative strategies to enhance early years maths outcomes by fostering interactions between children and puppets. This approach aims to strengthen children's mathematical reasoning skills while reducing maths anxiety.
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