I grew up in Australia, England, the USA and New Zealand. I also went to universities in all these countries, collecting degrees and diplomas along the way, including a doctorate from the University of Cambridge. I am a qualified teacher and have taught in universities and schools in England, Japan, Malaysia, Australia and New Zealand.

Along with education, composing music is a big passion of mine. I like to combine the two, along with animation, to make learning fun. I also make a children's radio and TV programme broadcast on community stations in Australia and New Zealand.