Stuart Pedley-Smith is a qualified accountant who has spent much of his career in professional education. As Kaplan’s Head of Learning he is responsible for the companies learning strategy, promotion of best practice and in supporting a culture that will deliver excellent student outcomes and help Kaplan achieve its educational goals. Stuarts interest in learning started in the mid-90s when he first began teaching accountancy students, something he continues to do. This insight together with experience gained within Kaplan and its evidence-based approach led to the publication of his book on examinations and continues to inspire his monthly blog.