Originally from Devon I left to study Drama and Musical Theatre in London and after graduating went straight into a West End show. I then spent 20 years successfully treading the boards in London in shows such as 'Priscilla Queen of the Desert' starring alongside Jason Donovan, 'The Sound of Music' (London Palladium), Acorn Antiques (with Victoria Wood and Julie Walters), My Fair Lady (with Dennis Waterman and Jonathon Price), Beauty and the Beast, Oliver! (with Robert Lindsay) and Sunset Boulevard (alongside John Barrowman).

During my career I had my Son and whilst looking for a quality music class for him was introduced to Monkey Music!

Being musical myself I wanted to expose him to music from an early age. We tried our first class and never looked back. He absolutely adored it and I was amazed at the results. the classes really seemed to nurture his natural musicality. He loved the singing, musical activities and instruments. I was so impressed by the quality of the classes that I became a teacher myself teaching in Chelsea and Westminster alongside my acting career. I always knew I wanted to return home to bring up my children. Much as I've loved every minute on stage in the West End, my heart's in the South West!

So we made the decision to relocate with our now, two children, back to Devon and bring Monkey Music with us! This was over 10 years ago now and Monkey Music is now a firm favourite amongst local families. We teach over 200 children a week.

I feel my theatrical background really helps me 'perform' my classes and the children are so entertained they don't realise how clever they are being!

Monkey Music really is a quality pre-school, educational class and, as such, has won awards. We have an enviable reputation for quality and fun.

I obviously couldn't do this on my own and am lucky to have two wonderful ladies helping me!

Jo Cox is my amazing administrator and you may well receive messages from either me or her.  She looks after the office side of things and is kind, understanding and efficient. Any queries you have she will sort out! Mummy of two lovely girls, a lovely friend and neighbour of mine I am lucky to have her on board my Monkey ship.

Sonja Lincoln has been my amazing teacher for over 9 years! Her full biography is below and worth a little read.

So now you know as much as you can about Monkey Music I would be delighted to welcome you!

Our venues are of the highest quality and most have something else to do before or after meaning a whole morning or afternoon of fun with your pre-schooler. We also visit nurseries, and hold holiday workshops and parties!

If you would like to come along simply have a look at the timetable and book your online class directly from the website. Alternatively drop us a line or give us a buzz and we will pop you on our list. This will give you the opportunity to join in the fun and see for yourself what all the Devon Monkeys are making a fuss about!