Helping children find their voice through creativity 

Building confidence, communication and imagination through storytelling, drama and creative projects.

Intro
Hi, I’m Jo Bivens, Director of The Children’s Coach Ltd.

I write poetry, stories and children’s books that explore themes like kindness, confidence and self-expression in ways children can connect with and enjoy.

I love creating opportunities for children to respond creatively through writing, talking, performing, or taking action. It's my passion to support them to find their voice and express who they are.

I have also deigned The Kindness Club® and The Superstar System® which help children build confidence, develop empathy, and discover what it means to be their best selves.

Alongside this I work closely with teachers, practitioners and organisations, exploring how they can use my books, resources, and programmes effectively within their own settings.

Creative Writing

My poetry and children’s books are created to inspire enjoyment, imagination, and a love of language. Through my writing I explore themes such as kindness, self-esteem, and confidence in ways that are accessible, engaging and creative for children.

Creative Experiences

Engaging poetry, story and idea-based experiences that invite children to respond creatively through writing, conversation, performance, and creative action.

Creative Systems

Developed The Kindness Club® and The Superstar System® to help children explore kindness, confidence, and ways to be their best through creative activity.

Training & Support

Practical training and support for teachers, practitioners, and organisations in how to use my poetry, creative resources, and systems effectively, confidently, and in meaningful ways with children.

APPROACH
My work is rooted in the belief that children learn and express themselves best when they are creatively engaged.

I create poetry, stories, and imaginative resources that spark enjoyment, curiosity, and response. Some are designed simply to be enjoyed, while others are supported by activities or ideas that extend children’s thinking and creativity before or after engagement.

Children are encouraged to respond in different ways depending on the context—through writing, conversation, performance, or creative action.

Across all of my work, the focus is on helping children build confidence, communication, and self-expression through meaningful and engaging creative experiences.

Alongside this, I support educators in using my books, resources and Systems in practical and confident ways within their own settings.
The Kindness Club®

The Kindness Club®

A flexible creative project where children explore kindness through their own ideas, responses and actions.

The Superstar System®

The Superstar System®

A creative approach that helps children explore different ways to be their best through imaginative and engaging activities.

World Politeness Week

World Politeness Week

A global creative initiative I founded that encourages children to explore politeness and respect across cultures. Children take part in simple creative tasks and challenges that help them think about how kindness and manners can be expressed around the world.

CREDIBILITY
With nearly 40 years’ international experience in drama and education, I bring a strong creative and educational foundation to my work with children and practitioners.

I hold a Masters in Education and am a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and the Royal Society of Public Health.

I am also an International Drama & Speech Examiner for Trinity College London, assessing performance and communication skills across a wide range of international contexts.

My work has been recognised with awards including International Education Hero of the Year and Children’s Champion for Norfolk and Suffolk.
I’d love to hear from you. 

Whether you’re enquiring about a workshop, booking a session, exploring my books, or discussing a collaboration, please include as much detail as possible in your message and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.

I aim to respond to all enquiries promptly.