Who we are
Natalie Mabelis ​
​​
I'm a primary teacher with 20 years'
experience of teaching in schools in
Surrey and Southwest London.
​
I studied Textile Design at Central St Martins and worked in the creative industries before becoming a primary school teacher.
​
I'm currently a practicing class teacher leading provision for children with special educational needs within a mainstream setting. ​
​
I love giving each child the confidence to explore their individuality and to inspire them to find their artistic voice.
​​​​​​​​
Rob Watts
I'm a lecturer in art and design education with many years' experience of supporting teachers in primary and secondary schools.
​
I studied Painting at Kingston School of Art before qualifying as a teacher and taught in inner-city schools for ten years before moving into teacher education.
​​​​
I love exploring strategies for motivating children to develop their curiosity and creativity in the classroom.
We are Natalie and Rob and we are experienced educators with a passion for art and design.
​
We created Sketchbook in 2025 with the aim of creating the highest quality art clubs for children in primary schools.
​
We've developed our teaching expertise over many years of working with children and young people - and we're confident we can provide the perfect opportunity for your child to fulfil their creative potential. ​​​​​​​​​​​