FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR

Emilia co-founded SOTO in 2012 when the dream began with an aim to provide accessible, high quality sessions to schools, local authorities and the local communities in London for children, young people and vulnerable young people and adults. As a dance special herself, she brings bundles of energy, enthusiasm and knowledge to all of SOTO’s services. Emilia is passionate about creating accessible opportunities for all.

DIRECTOR

Jacque is a UEFA A Licensed Coach, SOTO programme mastermind, unicorn enthusiast, and Chairman of the 3sL. When he’s not running brilliant programmes or championing young people’s development, he’s probably dreaming about magical creatures or plotting his next big idea. He brings energy, vision, and a love of all things extraordinary to everything he touches. And yes… we mean it when we say he is a unicorn enthusiast!

PROGRAMMES LEAD

Scott is SOTO’s Performing Arts Lead, running our Saturday classes and bringing his love of performing arts, sports, and productions to every session. He’s known for his two left feet and embarrassing dance moves — much to the delight of the children. Having attended SOTO as a child himself, he’s passionate about giving young people the same exciting experiences he loved. Scott is also a part of the SOTO Leadership team.

PROGRAMMES LEAD

Stacey is a Programmes Lead and the Designated Deputy Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) at SOTO, leading our wraparound care and planning fun, engaging activities for children of all ages. A pivotal part of the team, Stacey ensures a safe, supportive, and enjoyable environment for everyone, bringing energy, creativity, and care to all she does — though she’s best kept away from spiders. Stacey is a key part of the SOTO Leadership Team.

DIRECTOR OF CIC & CAMPS MANAGER

Shahnaz is an experienced teacher who has been with SOTO from the very beginning, playing a vital role in shaping the organisation’s journey. She is key to the delivery of many of our CIC programmes, including BACE holiday camps and community projects. Shahnaz brings dedication, knowledge, and a nurturing approach to every session, making a lasting impact on the children and communities she works with.

WAC SUPPORT & PERFORMING ARTS SPECIALIST

Megan joined the team in 2025, bringing boundless enthusiasm and a host of exciting, creative activities to WAC. As a performing arts specialist, she has a real passion for inspiring children through drama, movement, and expression. Megan’s creativity and energy have made her a role model for many of our children, who look up to her for her imagination and ability to make every session engaging and fun.

WAC SUPPORT & SPORTS SPECIALIST

Zyra brings energy, humour, and constant energy to WAC. As a sports specialist, she has a talent for turning any space into a game and every session into something the children look forward to. She connects effortlessly with all children, making sure everyone feels included, involved and encouraged. Zyra can be found rearranging the loom band box… at least once a week, despite the students best efforts of messing it up!

DANCE TUTOR & WAC SUPPORT

Rosella is a long-standing member of the team and a key creative force within our enrichment clubs, particularly Street Dance. As a dance specialist, she teaches dance for SOTO, bringing professional experience, imagination, and artistic flair into every session. Her creative input helps shape engaging activities that inspire confidence, expression, and joy in the children she works with. Rosella also brings her creativeness to SOTO Camps!

MARTIAL ARTS COACH

Krishan is a high-energy martial arts coach delivering action-packed sessions in primary and secondary schools, blending Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, practical self-defence, and confidence-building skills into every class. Think less “karate movie slow-mo” and more real-life superpowers – balance, discipline, resilience, and the ability to stay calm when things get tricky.

WAC SUPPORT

Ghebre leads our wraparound care sessions with life, laughter, and brilliantly engaging games that keep children active and smiling. From fast-paced team challenges to creative group activities, he creates a safe, inclusive space where every child feels confident and involved. Expect big energy, big encouragement, and even bigger smiles!

WAC SUPPORT

Ola is a key part of our wraparound care team, bringing enthusiasm, structure, and a steady presence to every session. He creates engaging, inclusive activities while making sure every child feels supported and involved. As a fantastic 1:1 mentor, Ola has a real strength in building trust, offering encouragement, and helping children grow in confidence both socially and emotionally.

SPORTS SPECIALIST

David has been with the team for five years and is a creative and energetic sports specialist known for his unique approach to games and team-building activities. Bringing a fun twist to every session, he often incorporates superheroes and imaginative themes to keep children engaged and excited. His sessions are inclusive, high-energy, and designed to build confidence, teamwork, and plenty of smiles along the way.

SETTINGS MANAGER & EARLY YEARS LEAD

Tash is our Early Years Lead and Settings Manager, with a strong focus on supporting children’s development through the EYFS framework. She designs and delivers engaging programmes that challenge cognitive skills, encourage curiosity, and promote learning through play. Tash creates a nurturing, structured environment where children can build confidence, develop key skills, and thrive in their early learning journey.