“Jude Fell is known as an exceptional and dedicated educator. Over her long career, she has made a superb and unerring contribution to teachers and students alike. I am always thrilled and intrigued to hear Jude’s philosophies about the noble art of teaching and to bear witness to her deep understanding of the teaching and learning process and her respect and love for the children whose lives she has helped to change for the better.
Jude believes in holistic education, imbuing children with a life-long love of learning. She understands the importance of enhancing empathy and curiosity in young minds, often using music and poetry and her well-developed sense of humour as favoured methods of connection.
Jude is great company, a good raconteur and poetry reader. Her sensitivity to the importance of the arts in young learners’ education, informs her work and truly sets her apart as an educator. Her poetry writing a lifelong passion, her ability musically and her love for learning impact everything she does in education and life. ”
— Libby Hathorn Award Winning Author and Poet
“I smile when I remember that I interviewed Jude when I was a deputy at South Tamworth School to determine her suitability as a casual teacher. What a joke! And what a teacher!
Jude more than proved ‘suitable’ and went on to weave her magic for so many children, who had been discarded by a system that failed to cope with their challenges, children who required great skill and so much love.
It’s how we regard those who are less easy to teach that marks our capacity as teachers and as human beings. Jude has this capacity in spades. Her mind is always open, and she is constantly learning - the mark of a true professional. Jude imparts her extensive knowledge and shares her skills with all who are willing to learn. During her career in this honourable profession, she has truly made a difference in the lives of many. What an accolade! Jude, I salute you, your knowledge, your commitment and your love for your fellow human beings.”
— Adele Mazoudier former Principal and Consultant
“…..to see how you touched their lives in such a profoundly positive way when others wrote them off so easily but not you Jude! When others took the easy road, you rolled up your sleeves, did the hard work, and found something good about them. You gave them a reason to believe in themselves while making it ok to feel proud of who they are. You let them understand, it is ok to trust someone. I am certain that just by connecting with you Jude, these young men are destined to make more positive choices in their fragile lives. It is clear that you are a wonderful teacher and a wonderful human being.”
— Professor Chris Sarra - referring to the Strong Smart & Deadly at School program and Rap Hey Listen Up!
“I had the privilege of working with Jude Fell to support some of the most complex and vulnerable students and their families in the ACT. Her expertise in inclusive education, trauma and behaviour management is second to none. What truly sets her apart is her exceptional leadership, grounded in humanity, professionalism, and the deep trust she builds with everyone she works with. She’s creative, and proactive and brings a refreshing sense of humour to even the toughest situations.
Jude is highly skilled at developing and presenting professional development sessions for staff. While working together, we just clicked, and together we created innovative professional learning that really made an impact on teachers. A true mentor, I appreciate her no-nonsense, down-to-earth, common-sense approach and still consult with her regularly. When you are at your wit’s end, Jude knows how to make things work and how to support educators where it matters most.”
“I highly recommend Jude Fell to any school, teacher or educational leader who wants to learn more about school improvement, behaviour management, quality learning and teaching or inclusive education. I have worked with Jude for several years in a range of different roles and have always been impressed by her capacity to build strong relationships with all stakeholders and work hard to achieve positive outcomes for students.
Jude is a strong and dedicated educational coach who always places students at the centre of their learning. Her ability to research, design and deliver rich, relevant and engaging professional learning to groups of educators is second to none and feedback is always positive. Jude is passionate about cultural integrity and supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families. She brings a wealth of experience and tremendous energy to her work in schools, and I commend her to any school. ”
— Jackie Vaughan Principal Evelyn Scott School ACT.
“I engaged Jude to help assess my daughter’s learning needs after receiving conflicting information from her school and NAPLAN results. From the very beginning, Jude was incredibly engaged, taking the time to truly understand the challenges my daughter faced. She was thorough, and detailed, and even sought input from other professionals to ensure we had a clear and accurate picture.
Beyond her expertise, Jude’s warmth and genuine care stood out. She provided plenty of consultations and conversations with my husband and me, ensuring we were informed and involved every step of the way. She met with my daughter several times online to assess her reading, writing, language and math levels and ability. Thanks to her guidance, my daughter is now on the right path, learning in a way that suits her best while maintaining a love for education.
I highly recommend Jude to any parent looking for a dedicated and compassionate educator to support their child’s learning journey.”
