Our people

Laura Allison joined us in August 2022. Laura studied Psychology at the University of Durham and has a Masters in Developmental Psychopathology. Previously, she worked as an academic mentor with Ranstad as part of the National Tutoring Programme.

Laura Morley joined the charity in September 2008 and has a degree in Communication and Media Studies from Loughborough University.

Laura Pitchford joined us in August 2021 and is currently on maternity leave. She has a degree in Arts & Humanities: English with Linguistics and a Masters in English Literary Research. Previously Laura worked for the City College Norwich as a Neaco Co-Ordinator and Careers Advisor and before this was an Employment Adviser & Assistant Manager at Norfolk Training Services.

Laura Trinder joined us in July 2023. Laura has a degree in Education from the University of East Anglia. Previously, she worked as an SEN Teaching Assistant at Lionwood Junior School and worked at Locksley Short Stay School in Norwich.

Lauren Jones joined us in July 2024. Lauren has a degree in History from the University of Bristol and previously worked as a Teaching Assistant.

Lavanya Manobharath joined us in September 2023. Lavanya studied Philosophy and Theology at the University of Bristol. Previously, she was a Mentor at Debate Mate and Zero Gravity and a Widening Participation Ambassador at the University of Bristol.

Leah​ ​Boyne​ ​joined us in January 2018. Leah has a degree in Politics from the University of Sheffield. She previously worked as an English Language Teacher in China, and was our Centre Leader at IntoUniversity Hammersmith.

Lenny O'Sullivan joined us in July 2025. Lenny has an undergraduate degree in Drama and English Literature, and a master's degree in Screenwriting from the University of Manchester. He has previously worked as a tutor with Mannings, and volunteered at charities like TiPP and Odd Arts.

Lesley Acton joined us in April 2024. Lesley has a degree in English from the University of Hull. Previously, she was Head of Fair Access at the University of Hull and worked as a Teacher in a sixth form college.

Lewis Clark joined us in January 2023. Lewis has a degree in Sports Studies from Leeds Beckett University. Previously, he worked as a temporary Education Worker at IntoUniversity in Leeds.

Lia Gass joined us in July 2023. Lia studied Social Science at the University of Glasgow. She previously worked delivering creative workshops to children and supporting young people during prison visits.

Liam Casey joined us in March 2024. Liam has a degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Maryland and an MSc in International Relations of the Americas from University College London. Previously, he has worked at ImaGen as an Academic Advisor, at Shorelight Education as an Admissions Specialist and taught English in Vietnam through the British Council.