The right support makes
all the difference

Qualified shadow teachers who support children with additional needs to learn, connect, and grow in mainstream schools.

  • Free consultation
  • Vetted teachers
  • Weekly progress reports
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1:1 Support
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Trained Teachers
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Parent Updates
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When can a shadow teacher help?

If your child finds it hard to focus, or needs extra academic and social support at school, a shadow teacher can help them succeed.

  • Intellectual disabilities

    Children who need extra support with learning, reasoning, and everyday skills.

  • Behavioral & emotional needs

    Children who find it hard to manage emotions, attention, or behavior in class.

  • Physical disabilities

    Children with conditions that affect movement, muscles, or mobility.

  • Hearing impairments

    Children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

  • Speech & language difficulties

    Children who need support to speak, communicate, or understand language.

  • Visual impairments

    Children who are blind or have low vision.

  • Autism spectrum

    Autistic children who benefit from support with communication, routines, and social skills.

  • Learning difficulties

    Children who find reading, writing, maths, memory, or attention challenging.

How it works

From your first message to your child's first day with their shadow teacher.

  1. Tell us about your child

    Fill in a short request form or send us a message on WhatsApp.

  2. Free consultation

    We talk through your child's needs, their school, and your goals — at no cost.

  3. Meet your shadow teacher

    We match your child with a vetted, trained shadow teacher who fits their needs.

  4. Support & progress updates

    Your shadow teacher supports your child in class, and you get weekly progress reports.

Our services

Everything your child needs to feel supported and included at school.

  • 1:1 in-school support

    A dedicated shadow teacher works alongside your child in the classroom, helping them follow lessons, stay focused, and join in.

  • Needs assessment

    We start with a free consultation to understand your child, their school, and your goals, so support fits from day one.

  • Teacher matching

    We match your child with a vetted, trained shadow teacher based on their needs, age, and personality.

  • Weekly progress reports

    Regular updates keep you in the loop on progress, wins, and next steps.

  • Working with the school

    Your shadow teacher works with class teachers and school staff so your child's support is consistent across the day.

  • Trained, vetted teachers

    Every shadow teacher is screened and trained in inclusive education before they're matched with a family.

Meet our teachers

Qualified, caring shadow teachers who help children thrive in the classroom.

  • Fatma Allaam

    Shadow Teacher

    Has spent two academic years as a shadow teacher at international schools, giving students one-to-one academic and behavioral support. Holds a BA in Sociology.

    Experience
    2 years of shadow teaching
    Languages
    Arabic, English

    Specialties

    • 1:1 student support
    • Behavior support
    • American curriculum
  • Razan Mohamed

    Shadow Teacher

    Worked as a nursery class teacher for two years, planning daily activities and supporting young children's learning and development. Studies law (English section) at Ain Shams University.

    Experience
    2 years of nursery teaching
    Languages
    Arabic, English (fluent)

    Specialties

    • Early years
    • Daily routines
    • Learning activities
  • Shahd Hamdy

    Shadow Teacher

    Fourth-year law student (English section) at Ain Shams University, with a year of work experience and corporate internships. Brings strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

    Experience
    1 year of work experience
    Languages
    Arabic, English

    Specialties

    • Communication
    • Organization
    • Teamwork

For parents

Tell us about your child and we'll get back to you to arrange a free consultation.

Request a Shadow Teacher

For teachers

Passionate about inclusive education? Join our team of shadow teachers.

Apply as a Teacher