Louis holds a BA (Hons) in English Literature and Language from St Mary’s University, where he also completed his Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), qualifying as a secondary school teacher. Louis also holds a Master’s Degree in Education from the University of Gibraltar. He is due to begin his PhD in September 2026, having already been successfully accepted onto the programme.
Louis has taught across a diverse range of educational settings, including mainstream secondary schools and alternative provision environments such as the ALC, TLC, and various SEND-focused contexts. His practice reflects a commitment to equity, engagement, and meaningful learning for all pupils, particularly those at the margins of traditional schooling.
Dedicated to continuous professional development, Louis has attained additional qualifications in Mentoring, Challenging Behaviour Training, Conflict Resolution, Dyslexia Awareness, and the Certificate of Personal Effectiveness (CoPE). He is also an accredited examiner for AQA, bringing a deep understanding of curriculum design and assessment to his work with trainee teachers.
Louis’s academic research centres on the concept of belonging in schools, examining the relational nature of teaching and its influences on pupil experience and educational outcomes. His work bridges theory and practice, with a strong emphasis on relational pedagogy and inclusive practice.
Louis is a core lecturer and module lead on the PGCE, Master’s in Education, and the Level 4 Teaching Certificate within the University of Gibraltar’s School of Education.
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