Awards and recognition








About Me
Hi, I'm Thomas Blakemore. I'm an award-winning educator, international speaker and the creator behind a platform that has supported thousands of teachers and businesses worldwide.
After several impactful years teaching and leading in Dubai, I'm now based in the UK, bringing global insight and innovation back into British classrooms and beyond.
What began in 2018 as a simple YouTube experiment to engage my Year 6 class has grown into a trusted source of support, strategy and inspiration for educators, school leaders and brands. My work now spans content creation, teacher training, digital consultancy and keynote speaking.
I’ve spoken at leading education conferences across the UK and the Middle East, partnered with forward-thinking organisations, and developed resources that have helped thousands of people transform their teaching, their careers and their classrooms.
I’m still a teacher at heart. I just share the journey a little louder.

Collaborations
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Impact
Over the years, my work has reached and supported thousands of teachers, schools and businesses across the globe.
From classroom strategies to international relocation advice, I've helped educators feel more confident, capable and connected wherever they are in the world.
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🌍 Supported over 2,000 educators and professionals through digital resources, talks and training
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📦 My downloadable guides and toolkits have been used in more than 30 countries
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🎤 Spoken at leading education events in the UK and the Middle East, including Bett UK and GESS Dubai
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🏆 Recognised with multiple awards for innovation, impact and creative use of digital tools in education
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📺 My content has reached millions through YouTube, national broadcasts and online courses
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🤝 Partnered with schools, edtech companies and education departments to create meaningful change
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Speaking Events
I regularly speak at education events—both online and in person—sharing practical, forward-thinking ways to harness technology that elevate learning, spark innovation, and save teachers valuable time.
GESS Dubai (2022, 2023, 2024)
Delivered multiple keynotes focused on how AI and edtech can meaningfully reduce teacher workload, without compromising on quality or creativity in the classroom.
Renaissance Learning
Spoke on tackling the teacher retention crisis through the smart use of educational technology—highlighting tools and systems that support staff wellbeing and reduce burnout.
Daisy Education: Reading Rewired (2025)
Presented on empowering young readers with free, accessible tools that transform the reading experience, removing barriers and boosting engagement.
