Dandelion Dream Coaching
Planting seeds of confidence —
where words, wonder and wishes take root.
Welcome to Dandelion Dream Coaching
Growing up in a concrete jungle meant searching for splashes of overgrown greenery. It was here my imagination blossomed and my dreams took flight.
A childhood filled with four-leaf clovers, buttercups, daisy chains and dandelion dreams. I loved to send the dandelion seeds scattering across the sky, believing in the magic and stories of fairies soaring high, each one clutching my wish tight. Dancing with the wind onto new adventures.
One dandelion, a scatter of wishes, and a dream ………………..
Dandelion Dream Coaching is a gentle space where imagination takes root and confidence blooms. Through stories, play, and reflection, children, parents, and educators are invited to explore creativity, curiosity, and self-expression. Like dandelion seeds on the wind, ideas are nurtured, dreams take flight, and every small step sparks growth, wonder, and possibility.
Rise to be Wise
8-week confidence & wellbeing coaching.
Small worries. Big feelings. Growing confidence.
Rise to be Wise is an 8-week coaching programme helping children develop the confidence, self-belief and practical tools they need to navigate everyday challenges.
Through storytelling, creative activities, coaching and exploration, children can select a tailored programme:
● manage small worries and big feelings
● build self-esteem and self-belief
● develop a growth mindset
● navigate friendship challenges
● overcome fears and try new things
● set goals and believe they can achieve them
● strengthen academic confidence
● develop their voice and express themselves
"Thank you Karen for showing us the world more creatively". Lola, Elena, Nicole, Lucie, Arthur, Zoe.
Groups and 1:1 Support
I offer a supportive space where children can pause, think, explore and discover for themselves.
Sessions are adapted to individual needs.
8 weeks programme = Small groups (based on 4 students) 120€ per student, individual sessions 400€ · Pibrac 31820
New group opening September — Mondays at 17.00 or 18.00. Places are limited.
Creative Explorers | Ages 5–7
Phonics • Early Reading • Writing • Language & Communication
A playful foundation for young learners. Children develop essential phonics, reading and early writing skills through stories, games, creative activities and carefully structured support.
Building:
phonics · decoding · reading confidence · vocabulary · sentence building · handwriting · early writing
"Karen showed me how to believe in myself". Adrien. D
Imaginarium | Ages 8–11
Reading • Writing • Comprehension • English Skills
Helping children become confident, capable English learners.
Sessions develop reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary and written expression through creative and engaging activities.
Building:
reading fluency · comprehension · vocabulary · spelling · grammar · creative writing · written confidence
"Karen’s caring support had a positive impact for Raphael both at home and with school life. He now believes in himself and approaches new challenges with confidence and curiosity".
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What makes The Playful Page different?
I teach the skills children need — through creativity.
My approach combines structured tutoring with storytelling, imagination, games and creative expression. This helps children stay engaged while developing the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to succeed.
Every session has a purpose. Every child has a starting point. Every learner can grow.
Individual 50€ per hour and small-group tutoring 15€ per hour (based on 4 students) available.
Root & Rise Empowering Parents and Educators
Root & Rise workshops combine coaching, creativity and practical classroom strategies to support both student wellbeing and educator wellbeing.
Each workshop gives educators time to explore, practise and reflect — leaving with practical strategies they can take straight into the classroom.
Workshop themes include:
Workshops for Parent and Educators
Understanding Worry & Anxiety Recognize signs of worry in children and learn practical strategies to help students feel safe, regulated and ready to learn.
Building Confidence & Self-Esteem Explore practical ways to develop self-belief, resilience and a positive learning identity.
Friendships & Social Challenges Practical strategies for supporting friendship difficulties, conflict, belonging and social confidence.
Managing Resistance & Difficult Moments Understand what may sit behind resistance and explore calm, constructive responses.
Training Workshops for Educators
Nurturing Confident Learners Support motivation, independence, growth mindset and a willingness to take learning risks.
Creativity as a Classroom Tool Use storytelling, drama, writing and creative activities to support engagement, expression and confidence.
Educator Wellbeing Practical tools for managing pressure, protecting your energy and creating sustainable habits of self-care.
Creating Calm, Connected Classrooms Explore practical approaches to building a classroom culture where children feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
Every Workshop Includes
Practical strategies · Hands-on activities · Coaching tools · Reflection · Classroom-ready resources
Workshops ·
Available for educators, schools and education teams · Face-to-face or online
Write and Wander
Rediscovering the Joy of Writing
Pop-up creative writing sessions by Dandelion Dreams
A relaxed, playful writing session in a beautiful setting. Come and explore words, ideas, and imagination through gentle prompts and guided exercises with time to wander on the page and reconnect with your creativity.