An experience beyond the ordinary

Tom Caruth graduated from the University of St Andrews in 2019 with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, before going on to teach Secondary Computer Science in London through the Teach First programme, during which time he earned a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from University College London.
In 2023, Tom joined Blueshift Education, serving first as Curriculum Coordinator and later as Head of Education. In this role, he has been creating high-quality lesson and curriculum plans, developing new content, and running a wide variety of lessons and workshops for children across London and beyo

Calum Bell is a STEM educator, software developer, and audio engineer with extensive experience nurturing the next generation of digital creators through his work with Blueshift Education. His teaching practice is complemented by a broad portfolio of work both inside and outside the classroom.
Beyond education, Calum is involved in freelance web application development, open-source software maintenance, and community music-making and gaming initiatives in and around London, reflecting his commitment to technology and creativity in all its forms.

Richard Emmerton is a computing educator and researcher with experience spanning higher education and specialist youth learning programmes. He is an MPhil/PhD Researcher and Lab Assistant at Goldsmiths, University of London, where he teaches core computing modules including programming foundations, algorithms, and computer architecture, while conducting doctoral research into social network analysis and organisational communication dynamics.
Working as an educational lead since 2019, Richard brings a practical, project-based approach to the classroom. He designs hands-on curricula ranging from core coding and 3D printing to using AI tools for civic innovation, all focused on building genuine technical confidence, problem-solving skills, and curiosity in students at every stage.

Scott Lu is a software developer and educator with around five years of industry experience in programming and technology. Alongside his technical background, he has designed and delivered creative computing courses for young learners across coding clubs and holiday camps.
He teaches subjects including Scratch, Minecraft Education, MakeCode Arcade, Unity/Godot, and Mini Engineers, with a strong focus on game-based and interactive learning. Drawing on both cognitive science and practical teaching experience, Scott connects technical ideas to everyday experiences through clear analogies, hands-on activities, and structured problem-solving, fostering curiosity, confidence, and collaborative learning in supportive classroom environments.

Rayan Took studied Computer Science at Brunel University London, where he developed a passion for education through his work as a STEM Ambassador, organising and delivering STEM days and holiday camps for schools across the country. During this time, he gained experience teaching students ranging from primary age through to first-year university level.
After graduating, Rayan worked as an Operations Analyst for three years whilst continuing to tutor, before joining Blueshift Education. Since then, he has taught across Blueshift's wide range of STEAM subjects through both camps and clubs, served as the in-house Computing teacher for Dolphin School London, and contributed to Blueshift's Coded Programmes, helping to create and deliver course content both in London and in Tokyo.

Carolina Capelo Garcia is a business manager and non-profit director with a background spanning operations management, financial leadership, partnership development, and academic publishing. She holds a Master's in Creative Writing and Publishing and is a graduate of the Women's Leadership Development Executive Education Programme at Oxford University's Saïd Business School.

Prior to her current role, Carolina specialised in social sciences academic publishing, leading a peer-reviewed education journal that published over a thousand high-quality academic papers annually, overseeing editorial standards, research integrity, and strategic growth across a global author and editor community.

Since 2024, she has served as Director and Business Manager at Blueshift Education CIC, where she leads organisational growth, partnership development, and social impact. In this role, Carolina has curated each Coded programme content to deliver both the highest academic experience and meaningful community impact, leading and supporting the delivery of programmes across London and Tokyo.