About Andrew Hammond

Andrew Hammond is a teacher, author and former school leader. He is Senior Director of Learning at Discovery Education.

After some years in the legal profession, Andrew re-trained as a teacher and has been a Headteacher, Deputy Head, Director of Studies, Housemaster and Head of English and Drama. He holds a BA (Hons) QTS from Bath and an MA in Creativity in Education from Kings College London. He is currently studying for an Ed.D at the University of Buckingham. He has taught in schools for over twenty years.

A prolific educational author, Andrew has written over thirty titles for several major publishers including Hodder, Harcourt, Oxford University Press, Cambridge University Press, Sage, Rising Stars, Galore Park Publishing and John Catt Educational Ltd. He has contributed articles to the Times Educational Supplement and other educational periodicals. Andrew’s latest work is a seven-book series for John Catt Ltd entitled The Invisible Ink series.

Andrew is an educational consultant and motivational speaker, delivering INSET courses across the country and speaking regularly at conferences on creativity, character education and independent thinking. For educational training, authoring and regular blogs on teaching and learning, visit http://www.andrewjhammond.com

Andrew is the author of CRYPT, a five-book horror fiction series for teenagers, published by Headline. Andrew has performed live shows and attended book signings for his CRYPT books at Edinburgh Festivals 2011, 2012 and 2013 and Hay Festivals 2012 and 2013. He regularly delivers author visits, book signings and creative writing workshops in schools across the UK.

Click here to visit the CRYPT website and find out more about this exciting new series.

Andrew was Lead Author of the Independent Curriculum (IC Programmes for Learning), a new curriculum launched in schools in September 2011, and published by Galore Park Publishing.

Andrew has worked as an English Coordinator for the Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS) and as an English Common Entrance Setter for the Independent Schools Examination Board (ISEB).

Andrew lives in Suffolk with his wife, Andie, and their four children. He combines his role at Discovery Education with writing, training and keynoting at conferences across the UK and abroad.

CRYPT

CRYPT is the exciting new horror fiction series from Andrew Hammond.

Click here to visit the CRYPT website.

CRYPT Book 1: The Gallows Curse

Meet Jud Lester, star agent with CRYPT, the Covert Response Youth Paranormal Team

When a crime is committed and the police are at a loss, CRYPT is called in to figure out whether something paranormal is at work. Jud is their star agent.

Jud, unwillingly paired with Bex, has just landed his biggest case yet… there are atrocities in London, the like of which not even the police have seen before. And there are no explanations, no evidence and no suspects. The only think that links the attacks is the fact that survivors all claim to have seen ghosts – 17th century highwaymen to be exact.

The Gallows Curse is a fantastic blend of teenage spies, horror and the paranormal for fans of Cherub, Young Bond and Darren Shan.   Click here to purchase The Gallows Curse on Amazon.

Testimonials for The Gallows Curse:

‘This book has to be the goriest, scariest book I’ve read this year. It was gruesome, grotesque and barbaric – and I LOVED every minute of it.’

‘Fast-paced, gory, gruesome and smart, this first CRYPT novel is high action from start to finish.’

‘The Gallows Curse is an impressive debut from Andrew Hammond. This is sure to be a big hit with horror fans of all ages and I’m already looking forward to the sequel.’

CRYPT Book 2: Traitor’s Revenge 

‘We’re coming. The martyrs are awakening. Spirits are gathering. This will be our time…’

Strange shapes are taking form in London and York, emerging from the shadows, terrifying the residents. And who is the man who lies in a darkened bedroom listening to a voice that seems to speak from the darkness itself?’

Jud and Bex are dispatched to the medieval city of York. And the horrors they find there will rock the very foundations of democracy. But what is the link? Why are the same ghosts now appearing in London? And who is ‘The Master’?

Another gripping case for the CRYPT – and a race against time.

CRYPT Book 3: Mask of Death

A figure in a white mask swoops down a deserted hospital corridor towards a quarantined patient. Covered in black sores, the man can’t be saved by modern medicine. But then, the masked figure is not a modern doctor…

CRYPT Book 4: Blood Eagle Tortures

An ancient treasure trove off the coast of England. A lone diver, searching for riches. A horror unleashed. Once disturbed, the treasure’s protectors are out to enact terrifying revenge…

CRYPT Book 5: Guardians’ Reckoning

You may not notice them, but around the City of London sit ancient guardians. For centuries they have remained silent, watching over the treasures of the city. But now they have awoken…

Book Events

‘That was the most exciting author workshop I’ve ever been to!‘

Young reader, Edinburgh Book Festival.

‘Andrew had a superb rapport with the pupils, taking time to speak to as many as possible.  The Library was buzzing over the lunch break and everyone felt that Andrew had sprinkled his own brand of stardust (or should I say energy) over Prep School.’ Head of Library, Bromsgrove School, Autumn 2014

NOW TAKING BOOKINGS FOR AUTHOR VISITS & WRITING WORKSHOPS FOR AUTUMN. CALL 07725 874906

Andrew Hammond regularly carries out author visits, book signings and writing workshops across the country, where he reads excerpts from his CRYPT series, takes questions and runs inspirational writing workshops to motivate children to get writing.

Please click here to visit the CRYPT website.

Click here for one school’s write up of Andrew Hammond’s recent author visit: ANDREW HAMMOND – Website write up

If you would like Andrew Hammond to visit your school, library or bookstore, please get in touch: andrewhammond2@me.com

Andrew’s fees are:

Author visit/writing workshop fees:  £850 for a full day / £550 for half a day / £350 for an evening – plus travel expenses

Educational Training

Andrew Hammond continues to deliver CPD training in schools across the UK and speaks at conferences on character education, creativity, motivation, independent thinking, active learning, philosophy in schools and AfL. He has twenty years classroom experience and is regarded as a highly motivational and inspiring speaker

In 2018, Andrew delivered a TEDx talk on ‘Culture before Curriculum’. You can watch his TEDx talk here

Visit Andrew’s educational site: http://www.andrewjhammond.com

Testimonials:

‘An inspiring INSET which got all of the teachers talking and enthused by creativity in the classroom.  Andrew was an excellent motivational speaker and we are looking forward to welcoming him back in January.‘ Deputy Head (Academic), Edge Grove School.

‘Thank you to Andrew Hammond for a fascinating insight into Thinking Skills & philosophy in the classroom. Recommended!’ Headmaster Adcote School.

‘Andrew recently attended our summer INSET training and delivered a very inspiring and thought provoking session on teaching and learning.  Many of our teachers stated that is was one of the best insets they had ever attended.  The style of the presentation was full of energy and conviction and the proof of success for us is that our teachers have been inspired to try new ideas, techniques and practices from day one of the new term.  I would highly recommend Andrew, he is very engaging, not afraid to challenge and offers innovative ideas that will ultimately enrich the educational experience for children.’ Proprietor, Finborough School, Suffolk.

Andrew has delivered the following CPD training in schools:

Andrew can be booked for:

– INSETs for teachers (full day, half day, twilight sessions)

– Curriculum consultancy work / mentoring

– Summer workshops (on all aspects of English / Drama / Study Skills)

– Author events and signings to present his CRYPT series, tell ghost stories and inspire young writers to write

Andrew Hammond is Lead Author of the Independent Curriculum (IC) published by Galore Park and launched in schools in September 2011.

Click here to visit the IC website.

To book Andrew Hammond for conferences and CPD in schools, please email: andrewhammond2@me.com or telephone: 07725 874906

Recent testimonials from delegates, teachers and pupils:

‘What an inspirational day! My mind is absolutely buzzing! I feel rejuvenated to return to the classroom again!’

‘I learned more today than I did in my entire PGCE year. Brilliant.’ 

‘I felt a valued member of the course. The pro-active nature of the day allowed delegates to feel genuinely part of the process – almost exciting really!’

‘Very witty and engaging. Andrew Hammond was so enthusiastic. Inspirational!’ 

‘Andrew Hammond’s talk was relevant, realistic and inspiring.’

 Andrew’s standard fees (excl VAT) are:

Full day INSET –  £1050

Half day INSET – £750

Twilight INSET – £450

Parents’ session / after dinner speech – £450

Pupils’ reading/writing workshops: (day) £850  (half day) £550

Author visit/signing/workshops: (full day) £850, (half day) £550

Authoring

Andrew Hammond has been authoring books since 2001. He has written over thirty titles for several major publishers including: Headline, Harcourt, Oxford University Press, Cambridge University Press, Sage, Rising Stars and Galore Park and John Catt Educational and contributed to numerous educational magazines and other publications.

The Gallows Curse is the first title in Andrew’s  horror fiction series, CRYPT, for young adults published by Headline. A Traitor’s Revenge, book 2 in the series, was published in March 2012. Bk 3, Mask of Death was published in September 2012, Bk4: Blood Eagle Tortures was published in March 2013 and the final title in the series, Bk5: Guardians Awakening was published in September 2014.

Andrew’s writing credits to date include:

Published texts:

• The Invisible Ink Series:  seven-book series of educational titles for John Catt Educational Ltd (2015 – 2016)

• Geminatus Trilogy – a science-fiction trilogy for Peridot Press (first title due in 2016)

• A Revision Guide to Verbal Reasoning (Hodder Education, 2015)

• The CRYPT Series (Five-book series of supernatural thrillers for teenagers, Headline, 2011–2013)

• The Independent Curriculum, Galore Park Publishing (launched in schools in September 2011)

• English for Common Entrance (Hodder Education, 2007): extensive pupil course book and independent study book

• 11+ English Practice Exercises (Galore Park Publishers, 2008)

• Junior English Series for Prep Schools – Books 1-3 (Galore Park Publishers, 2007-2008)

• Tolerance and Empathy in Today’s Classroom: Supporting PSHE and Citizenship in Key Stages 2 and 3 (Sage Publications, 2005) (reviewed in TES, May 2006)

• Series author for Mind’s Eye: Activities to support Speaking and Listening at KS2 (4 books for Y3-6) (Rising Stars, 2005)

• Series author for Mind’s Eye: Activities to support Writing at KS2  (4 further books for Y3-6) (Rising Stars, 2007)

• 3 KS2 Writing Activity Books (Rising Stars, 2005)

• 2 Teacher’s Notes for Navigator Dimensions – teaching literacy (Harcourt Education / Rigby, 2004)

• Year 5 teachers’ notes for Multi-media Literacy ,– teaching English through interactive CD ROMs) (Harcourt Education / Ginn, 2005)

• Team author on ‘i-read’ at Key Stage 1 (Cambridge University Press, 2006)

• 2 Teacher’s Reading Notes (Stage 15 and 16 in the Treetops Non-Fiction Series, (Oxford University Press, 2006)

• 3 Teacher’s Notes for the Connections Series – teaching literacy through Science, Geography and History)  (Oxford University Press, 2001) 

Published articles and papers:

• Monitoring Motivation in the Classroom  (Prep School Magazine, Spring Term 2015)

• Managing Talk in the Classroom (Prep School Magazine, out in Autumn 2014)

• Freedom to Think (Prep School Magazine, Summer 2013)

• Making Sense of writing  (Prep School, Magazine, Spring 2013)

• What Shall I be when I’m Older, Dad? (Prep School Magazine, Autumn 2012)

• Hit it on the Head  (Times Educational Supplement – 15.06.07)

• Grasp the Nettle (Times Educational Supplement – 13.01.06)

• Imaginations Unleashed  (Times Educational Supplement – 25.11.05)

• Don’t avoid the word Drama (Times Educational Supplement – 25.11.05)

• English in the twenty-first century (SATIPs Broadsheet, 2008)

Gallery

Awesome trip to William Allitt School, Swadlincote. Thanks for your support guys -great to meet you. See you in March for Book 2!

November: CRYPT launch party at a real crypt in St James Church, Clerkenwell, London. Thank you to the Headline team for hosting. Scary dudes.

So good to see the original ‘Muffintops’ to whom the book was dedicated at the launch party. Keep in touch guys.

Giving a thank you speech to the publishers, agent Luigi Bonomi, muffin tops and assembled guests. Thank you all for coming.

October: Great to see the guys again at Copthorne Prep, where I was Deputy Head. Thanks Chris for hosting.

Click here for feature in local press. See you for in March for Book 2!

October: Signing books at Boston Grammar School

October: With the lads of Boston Grammar – great to meet you!

October: Creative writing workshop at Haven High, Boston. Well done guys, some gruesome ghost descriptions…

…inspired by Hammond’s dodgy impression of a zombie…

October: Author visit to Waterstones in Boston. Big shout out to Debs for hosting.

September: Playing ‘air saxophone’ in a pupil workshop

August: Spying an ice cream stall on the beach after the Weymouth Book Festival

August: Enjoying a fireside ghost story with Nell.

July: The first in the series…

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