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ABOUT
Skry was built by secondary teachers who got tired of PL that didn't understand what it's actually like in a Year 9 classroom on a Friday afternoon.
Skry Learning Design
At Skry, our mission is to provide authentic and practical training and learning experiences for teachers, executive staff, and students.
Our company was established to address the shortage of high-quality hands-on training options available in the education sector. We aim to bridge the gap between evidence-based theory and real-life practice, ensuring that our training is not only informative but also applicable in everyday educational environments.
At Skry Learning Design, we specialise in creating courses tailored to meet the unique needs of today's learners. Our team of experienced educators can work with you to design and facilitate courses that are engaging, effective, and aligned with your learning goals, or you can choose from our growing range of ready-made and scheduled programs.
Our Team
Our team at Skry Learning Design is made up of experienced professionals who are passionate about education and dedicated to helping our clients achieve their learning objectives.
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Elizabeth Giles, CEO
Elizabeth is an experienced educator, leader and trainer with over 25 years in schools and professional learning. Her background in English, literacy, curriculum innovation and leadership development informs her practical, evidence-based approach to supporting teachers and schools.
Siobhan Dougherty
Siobhan brings over 14 years of experience in secondary education, with expertise in High Potential and Gifted Education, curriculum development and inclusive learning. Her background in History, French, inquiry-based learning and Stage 4–6 program design equips her to support teachers in creating engaging, rigorous and responsive learning environments.
Tara Schaeffer
Tara brings over 15 years of experience in secondary education, with a strong focus on High Potential and Gifted Education, literacy and teacher development. Her commitment to staff support and retention, together with her practical experience, enables her to help both early career and experienced teachers strengthen and extend their practice.