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Jackie Holderness is a Lecturer (Oxford Brookes University) and Education Officer at Christ Church Cathedral, specializing in heritage education and creative writing. Her career spans teaching, consulting, and governance in the UK and internationally. She holds a joint honours degree in English and Art from Aberystwyth University (1975), complemented by a year studying Italian. Her work bridges literature, visual arts, and historical heritage, with a focus on engaging young audiences through immersive educational programs.
- Affiliations: Christ Church Cathedral (Education Officer since 2015), Oxford Brookes University (Lecturer)
- Key Roles: Developed schools outreach programs at Christ Church Cathedral, authored award-winning children’s literature
Her research interests revolve around heritage preservation, creative educational methodologies, and the intersection of history with modern storytelling. Her 2020 picture book on Oxford’s patron saint Frideswide won a prestigious illumination award, showcasing her ability to translate historical narratives into accessible formats. She advocates for experiential learning environments, leveraging architectural and cultural landmarks as dynamic classrooms.
Jackie’s career reflects a blend of academic and practical experience: her roles in theater production at Aberystwyth (lighting, set design) inform her current work in immersive heritage education. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, merging literary analysis, visual arts, and historical interpretation to foster curiosity in learners of all ages.
