Viktorija

Viktorija Sherriff is a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant who reviews the guides on online-schools.co.uk. She has worked in mainstream state schools with children who have autism, ADHD, sensory differences and school anxiety. She now helps parents compare accredited UK online schools and checks our deregistration and EHE guidance.

Specialist SEN Educational Consultant & Reviewer

About Viktorija

Viktorija is an experienced UK educator specialising in Special Educational Needs (SEN) and alternative education pathways. As a qualified Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant, she has spent years working within mainstream state education, supporting children experiencing autism (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing differences, and severe school-based anxiety.

Understanding the pressures of modern, busy classrooms and the increasing challenges of school refusal, Viktorija applies her expertise to help parents find tailored, supportive educational environments. She deeply appreciates the social and emotional hurdles families face when a traditional classroom isn't the right fit for a child's unique needs.

At Online Schools UK, Viktorija leverages her practical classroom experience to review educational resources, audit legal deregistration guides, and match families with affordable, flexible online schools. Her mission is to take the stress out of Elective Home Education (EHE) and empower parents to help their children rediscover a love for learning.

Core Areas of Expertise

UK SEN Support

Tailoring curriculum transitions for students with diagnosed neurodivergent needs, including Autism and ADHD.

School Anxiety & EBSA

Providing specialised guidance for parents navigating sensory overload, school anxiety, and Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA).

Mainstream Deregistration

Ensuring families smoothly and legally navigate their rights under Elective Home Education (EHE) frameworks.

Curriculum Matching

Analysing budget, pace, and support structures to find the best alternative school environment.

Considering a transition from mainstream education?

Viktorija regularly reviews our legal step-by-step documentation to help families transition to home-based learning smoothly. Read her structured breakdowns to understand how the law supports your educational choices.

Read the UK Deregistration Guide

Frequently asked questions

What does Viktorija review on this site?

She reviews our guides on SEN, school anxiety, deregistration and Elective Home Education before they are published or updated, so that they stay practical and in line with current UK guidance.

Is Viktorija a lawyer?

No. She is an SEN education specialist, not a solicitor. Our legal guides explain the rules in plain English and link to the official sources, but they are not legal advice.

Can I speak to Viktorija about my child?

Yes. When you use the free matching service, we call you to talk through your child’s needs, year group and budget. SEN questions can be passed to Viktorija.

What experience does she have with SEN?

She has supported children with autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences and emotionally based school avoidance in mainstream classrooms as a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant.