Former Deputy Presenter of BBC News at One, Qualified Child Therapist & Author of ‘There’s No Such Thing as ‘Naughty’: The Groundbreaking Guide for Parents with Children Aged 0-5′
Kate Silverton‘s Biography:
Kate has built a distinguished career spanning broadcast journalism, television presenting, psychology and child mental health. Best known as the former Deputy Presenter of BBC News at One, she became one of the BBC’s most recognisable broadcasters, presenting live news, documentaries and current affairs programmes for more than two decades. Today, she is a qualified child therapist and psychologist, bringing together her expertise in psychology, communication and family wellbeing to deliver insightful keynote speeches. Combining real-life broadcasting experience with evidence-based approaches to children’s mental health, Kate is an engaging speaker on resilience, parenting, leadership under pressure and emotional wellbeing.
After completing a degree in Psychology, Kate began her professional career in banking before moving into journalism. She joined BBC News 24 before progressing to present BBC Breakfast, BBC News, BBC News at One, BBC Scotland and hourly national news bulletins. Alongside her news career, she fronted programmes including Look North, The Heaven and Earth Show, Big Strong Boy and 10 Things You Need to Know About Sleep. She also became a familiar voice on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Radio 4, while covering major national events including the Royal Air Force’s 90th anniversary celebrations and BBC New Year Live aboard HMS Belfast. Beyond broadcasting, Kate mentored aspiring speakers on BBC Two’s The Speaker.
Alongside her television career, Kate trained as a children’s counsellor with the charity Place2Be before qualifying as a child therapist in 2023. She has become a respected advocate for children’s mental health through her bestselling parenting books, ‘There’s No Such Thing as Naughty’ (2021) and ‘There’s Still No Such Thing as ‘Naughty’: Parenting the Primary Years’ (2024). In 2024, she also appeared on Fearne Cotton’s ‘Happy Place’ podcast, discussing parenting, emotional development and mental wellbeing.
Away from journalism, Kate reached new audiences as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing in 2018 and has continued to inspire families through media appearances, public speaking and educational initiatives. Drawing on her unique career across broadcasting, psychology and counselling, she offers practical, compassionate guidance on communication, emotional resilience and supporting young people. Her rare combination of frontline media experience and therapeutic expertise makes her an insightful speaker for conferences, leadership events, education audiences and organisations committed to improving wellbeing.
Why Hire Kate Silverton?
Kate offers a distinctive combination of award-calibre broadcasting experience and professional expertise in child psychology, making her an exceptional keynote speaker. She translates complex psychological research into practical advice for parents, educators, leaders and organisations, while sharing compelling stories from decades in live television. Having spoken for initiatives including Children’s Mental Health Week’s Now & Beyond talks, mentored presenters on The Speaker and appeared on leading podcasts, Kate delivers engaging, compassionate and highly relevant presentations that leave audiences with practical strategies they can immediately apply.
Kate Silverton‘s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Kate Silverton’s remarkable career:
- 2024 – Published ‘There’s Still No Such Thing as ‘Naughty’: Parenting the Primary Years’, expanding her guidance on children’s mental health.
- 2024 – Appeared on Fearne Cotton’s ‘Happy Place’ podcast discussing parenting and emotional wellbeing.
- 2023 – Qualified as a Child Therapist following extensive counselling training.
- 2021 – Published the bestselling parenting book ‘There’s No Such Thing as Naughty’.
- 2018 – Competed as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing.
- 2012 – Conducted a high-profile interview with Prince William on rhino conservation in Africa.
- 2010 – Became presenter of the Sunday morning programme on BBC Radio 5 Live.
- 2009 – Presented the BBC documentary 10 Things You Need to Know About Sleep and mentored contestants on BBC Two’s The Speaker.
- 2008 – Became Deputy Presenter of BBC News at One, cementing her reputation as one of the BBC’s leading news broadcasters.
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Testimonials
“Kate Silverton brought warmth, intelligence and genuine authenticity to our event. Blending decades of experience as one of Britain’s most respected broadcasters with her expertise as a child therapist, she delivered a thought-provoking keynote that was both insightful and deeply practical. Her ability to communicate complex ideas with clarity, empathy and humour kept the audience fully engaged from start to finish. Delegates left feeling inspired, better informed and equipped with valuable strategies they could immediately put into practice. Kate was an absolute pleasure to work with, and we would not hesitate to recommend her.” – David Simms
Speaking Topics
Kate Silverton’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Media & Journalism
- Child Psychology
- Mental Health Issues
How Much Does Kate Silverton Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Kate Silverton?
Kate Silverton’s speaking fees typically reflect her exceptional career and international demand. Engagements vary depending on location, format, and duration; keynote appearances, conferences, and international events may command higher fees due to travel and preparation requirements.