One of a tiny handful of ‘freethinkers’ and ‘influential visionaries’ … who push the boundaries’
Channel 4 Television, UK
The guru of acceleration
Times Educational Supplement, UK
He is a leader in his field. He comes from a practical background so all his examples are grounded in reality and so are easy for school to work with
David Crossley, Director of Achievement Networks, Specialist Schools Trust, UK
ALISTAIR SMITH has been described as "the UK's leading trainer in modern learning methods". He is a trainer, author and consultant. An outstanding presenter and motivational speaker, Alistair travels throughout the world delivering training based on his best-selling books and interactive programmes.
After both a chequered school experience and a career which included working in construction, quarrying, museums and the Prison’s Service, Alistair taught in schools in England. He worked with the Advisory Service in a large Local Education Authority before setting up his company ALITE. More recently, he has written award winning books, featured on radio and television programmes, and spoken to over 100,000 educators, parents and developers at conferences throughout the UK and abroad.
Alistair’s highly respected award winning Accelerated Learning model has been used in classrooms as a means of raising pupil motivation and achievement. His 2001 book The Brains Behind It, was one of the first in the UK to look at translating brain research for teachers.
Alistair originated and co-authored the L2 suite of products. L2 is an innovative Learning to Learn approach designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attributes of the outstanding learner. Over half a million students now have access to this approach.
ALISTAIR SMITH also has a dual career in professional sport. He is the designated learning consultant to the English Football Association where, on behalf of their 50,000 students, he helps modernise training and coaching provision. He has delivered on the FA’s prestigious UEFA Pro Licence course since its inception, working with over one hundred managers at the top levels of the professional game. He also works with European managers and coaches on behalf of UEFA.
“Always fresh in thinking, challenging and provocative in approach”
Dick Bate, formerly Technical Director and National Coach, English Football Association
Sue Mordecai
Bromley Education Services
Mrs P. A. Cooper
William Brookes School, Shropshire
Peter Reeves
Dawlish Community College, Devon
To find out about availability for Alistair Smith, please contact Melanie Hill on 01628 810700 Ext 22 or contact us.
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