Jonathan Stephens

Voyager School Travel expert

Jonathan Stephens

Media Studies and English Teacher

With more than 30 years of experience teaching English and Media Studies and leading departments across six large secondary schools, Jonathan is currently Curriculum Leader for English. He has extensive experience delivering GCSE and A-level Media Studies specifications and, as Voyager's Educational Consultant for Media, has been pivotal in defining and curating our live Media Studies Conference.

About Jonathan

Jonathan leads the development of Voyager's Media Studies Student Convention, creating engaging, curriculum-focused experiences that connect classroom theory with real-world examples.

A lifelong Disney enthusiast, Jonathan has designed a range of high-quality student resources that enrich learners' experience at Disneyland Paris while supporting key areas of the Media Studies curriculum.

Activities and tasks are centred around the four key media concepts and explore Disney-owned or affiliated set texts, including Black Panther, Snow White and Black Widow, featured in many of the most widely taught GCSE and A-level Media Studies specifications.

Jonathan also hosts the convention, connecting every presentation to the curriculum and sharing his expert insights into how media theories can be seen in practice throughout Disneyland Paris.

Expertise and background

Qualifications

PGCE Secondary English with Drama

Teaching and education experience

30+ years in education
English and Media
GCSE and A-level