Teachers

After initially working in the finance industry having graduated from the University of York in 2005, Nathan later decided to go into teaching and completed his PGCE in Mathematics at the University of Hull in 2010. He taught mathematics in the UK and Germany before coming to China in 2014. Nathan has taught mathematics at many different levels, including the IB Diploma and Cambridge A-Level, and recently gained Senior Leadership experience at a high school in Shenzhen City, China. 

Majored in Musical Theatre, University of Essex, UK, graduate student in Education, and certified as a British elementary school teacher. She has taught in private schools and international schools in the United Kingdom, Dubai, Qatar and other countries as the subject leader of performing arts courses. 

Charles holds a Bachelor of Education Arts degree, but he is also in his final stage for his Master of Arts in Music Education. Charles has been a Music Teacher in International schools for the last 14 years. He is passionate about Music Technology, but he is also talented in Music Composition and Performance of both Instrumental and Vocal music. He previously taught in Kenya, Malawi and he came to China in 2019 to teach in Sichuan Province, having served as Head Department and leading Music departments in various schools to greater heights. 

Mr Van Der Veen holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Business Management from Harris University. He then returned to South Africa where he spent a year supporting at a school being as a sports coach and a Teaching Assistant. He developed a passion for coaching and developing children’s skills. Mr Van Der Veen then spent 18 months working at a school in China as an International Teacher specialising in Physical Education. He then went on to complete his 120 Hour TEFL Course.

Keenan is a good team member who works well with children and teachers to assist with individual needs and support. He is passionate in guiding the children to reach their full potential. Keenan believes in good discipline and regular routines, making it easier for children to navigate school life. He ensures a vibrant, positive pastoral and academic experience while being a part of the Boarding House. Keenan is looking forward to working with the Harrow family. 

Mathematics and technology major, British education graduate student, obtained the British mathematics and technology teacher qualification certification PGCE and CELTA second language teaching certificate. Good at cross-age language teaching, and senior mathematics, computer and programming courses.

Master degree of Chinese Language and Literature from China Northeast Normal University. 24 years teaching experience. The backbone of national education and teaching, the winner of the first prize of national quality courses, and the winner of the first prize of provincial education and scientific research achievements. 

• MA in Chinese Education in Xinjiang Normal University.
• 8 years of Chinese teaching experience in junior high school and American high school.
• “Excellent teacher” of Confucius Institute of University at Buffalo，the State University of New York

For a long time, she has devoted herself to the exploration of the integration of international teaching methods and traditional language teaching. She has guided students to participate in language subject competitions and essay competitions and won the first prize many times. 

Ms Fu graduated from the University of Paris with a Foreign Language Teaching and University of Orléans Language and Business Management Dual-Master. She worked in a top national high school in France, and for a top education group in Paris, France and she was a French teacher in a university in China. She has 8 years of experience in French and English education, holding a French teacher computer and network science qualification certificate. 

Master of English Education from the School of Education, University College London, professional English level 8. She has many years of experience working in the education industry and has provided bilingual interpretation for international events such as the Berlin International Writers Conference in Germany and the New York University Course Conference. 

Master of English Education, La Trobe University, Australia. She has more than 10 years of English teaching experience. She also worked in foreign language schools and language training institutions and has a wealth of English teaching experience. She is committed to creating a harmonious and harmonious learning atmosphere and stimulating students’ interest and exploration in English learning.  

Master degree in Education, University of East Anglia, UK, worked at a Elementary School in Oregon, USA. 8 years of inter-stage teaching and EAL and bilingual teaching experience in international schools in China and overseas. 

Ms. Sibisi graduated in Mathematics, English and Business Studies and qualified to teach in the UK and China. Prior to joining Harrow Nanning, she worked as a primary school lead teacher and has 8 years of teaching experience. As a teacher, Ms Sibisi has always created a warm, friendly environment where students can freely express their thoughts and feelings. She is passionate about education and her desire to share knowledge with her students and make a difference in their lives through knowledge.

Zanmarie graduated from the North West University of Potchefstroom, South Africa. She obtained her iPGCE from the University of Derby, UK. With more than six years of teaching experience, she has been teaching in China for five years. Cross-phase teaching experience within English and Physical Education. She obtained her swimming coach certification from American Swimming Coaches Association. She has a rich background in teaching EAL and coaching various sports. 

Graduated from Chinese Literature. 8 years of language teaching experience as well as 5 years of classroom teacher experience. Before joining Harrow Nanning, she worked as a Chinese teacher in a famous middle school in China, and her classes were always in the top of the grade level. Ms. Chen has always adhered to the attitude of “lifelong learning” and pursued excellence in teaching and personally. She has won the first prize in many teacher competitions. 

Ms. Liang has fifteen years of experience in teaching Chinese at home and abroad. She has worked as a Chinese teacher in international schools in the United States and Thailand. She understands the education system and educational teaching characteristics of different countries, is familiar with the psychological needs of students of different age groups, has rich experience in teaching Chinese, and has mastered the skills of teaching Chinese in different cultural backgrounds.

Ms. Liang is good at calligraphy and painting, and can integrate Chinese culture teaching well into daily education to enhance students’ interest in learning in order to stimulate students’ learning initiative and achieve better learning results.”

Ms Victoria Zhu was born and grew up in Changchun, Jilin Province in Northeast China. Ms Victoria Zhu got her BA in Political Education in China and got her Master’s degree from the University of Wroclaw.  She has worked and studied mainly in Poland and Spain in the past years and returned to China in 2017.  She believes in boosting the great curiosity and potential of each child can lead to the success of Education. 

Ms Liang holds a master degree in Education from the University of Reading and she holds a senior high school Teacher certificate（Chinese）. Before joining Harrow Nanning, she served as a Chinese teacher for 7 years in a primary school and won the first and second prizes in many provincial and inter school teaching and research competitions. She is good at designing different teaching and management methods according to children’s different age characteristics to promote children’s all-round development in morality, intelligence, physique and labour. 

Stefnie, an enthusiastic sportswomen, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sport Science from Stellenbosch University. Here she learned the true value of what co-curricular activities could have on a child’s life and well-being. She started her career as a Sports Coordinator, where she integrated her love for sports and teaching. In 2018 she completed her PGCE from the University of South Africa, and has been teaching ever since. Her speciality lies in teaching English as a foreign language. Stefnie takes pride in encouraging critical thinking in her students. She strongly believes that it instils a sense of freedom in her students and allows for creativity in their work.  

Brandon obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in English and Creative Writing from the University of Indiana in 2014. Since then, he has held teaching positions in a variety of institutions, schools, and universities throughout Russia, Czechia, and Nanning. A published writer as well as an educator, Brandon embraces a teaching philosophy that stresses creativity, student-teacher collaboration, and the pursuit of knowledge as a lifelong endeavor.

Mr Wian Prinsloo graduated from South Africa University,holding  bachelors degree of Education in Math and zoology.He is also a qualified teacher with QTS.

Mr Prinsloo is a hard working and dedicated teacher. He always places his fellow colleagues and student’s needs above his own. Before joint AISL Harrow Nanning,he had 9 years teaching experience in primay schools in South Africa and China.

Daniel holds a bachelors degree in Software Engineering from The University of Manchester and a masters in International Business Management. He achived advanced TEFL certification He has spent thirteen years of his career working in the education sector in China. 

Daniel is dedicated to the education of China’s future leaders and believes in the unlimited potential of every child. He brings to Harrow his experience and expertise along with a passion for helping students to meet both their academic and life goals.

Ms Nicky Liang Hold a bachelors degree in Education, Community and Organization in University of Washington, master degree in Early Childhood Education in Chinese University of Hong Kong. She has studied in the U.S. for six years, her internship experience in an American public primary school and her own education experience have made her more familiar with the similarities and differences between Chinese and Western culture and education. 

She believes in education, in which everyone has equal rights and through education, students will be able to think critically. A teacher, should act as an assistant in the student-led learning process, helping them find the learning method that really suits them.

Joanne holds a bachelors degree in Science and masters in Teaching from the University of Melbourne. She planned and implemented inquiry project for students to support their sense of equity in 2020 when she was in the room leader and program coordinator role, this later gained her the full registration qualification as an early year teacher with the Victoria Institution of Teaching (VIT). 

Joanne believes all children have the capabilities to reach their level of achievement and she is passionate in supporting children to explore their full capacities. She hopes that her love of children and professional experience would make a positive addition to Harrow.

Graduated from the University of Sheffield with a master’s degree in education, professional English level 8. She has taught in foreign language training institutions and worked in well-known Sino-foreign cooperative universities. She thinks that education and the nature of children should not be opposed. She believes in obeying children’s nature, guiding them to discover their interests, and protecting their curiosity to explore the world so that they can truly understand themselves and become independent and autonomous individuals. 

Ms Guo graduated from Beijing International Business Administration College, majoring in English culture. She worked in Beijing Tsinghua international school for many years and Zhejiang public middle school as homeroom teacher. She was awarded “Outstanding Teacher” of Beijng foreign students educational institution. She got TESOL and the certification of instructor for family education. 

Mr Godwin Okochi holds a BSc. Energy Engineering degree as well as a M.Sc. Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics degree from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. In addition, Godwin also holds a 120 hours TESOL teaching certificate as well as a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from Liverpool John Moore’s University, U.K.

Godwin has more than seven years’ experience teaching IGCSE, AS and A Level Physics and Maths to students. Before moving to Harrow Nanning, Godwin taught Physics and Maths at Shanghai where he oversaw students score excellent results and joining some of the UK’S top universities such as Cambridge, UCL, etc.

Godwin believes that all children are unique and must have a stimulating educational environment where they can grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. He strives to create this type of atmosphere where students can meet their full potential.

Finally, Godwin is a very enthusiastic, energetic classroom leader with a good sense of humor, and brings these qualities with him to school every day. 

Ms Ou holds a Master’s degree in International Chinese Language Teaching from The Education University of Hong Kong. She has worked as a Chinese teacher and headmaster in renowned schools in Guangdong Province, where she was responsible for Chinese teaching, researching courses and PBL courses. She has also taught as a Chinese  teacher at the International Institute of Chinese Language and Culture of East China Normal University and the Chinese Department of Masaryk University in the Czech Republic, and has extensive experience in bilingual work.

Ms. Ou holds a high school language teaching certificate, a high school education teaching certificate and a family education instructor certificate, and is qualified as a school counsellor.

Ms. Ou upholds the philosophy of “people-centred” education, focusing on inspiring and nurturing students’ internal drive, discovering the joy of learning and the value of self-growth. She is committed to inspiring each student to grow and develop on their own, and is highly regarded by students and parents alike. 

Ms Tan holds a B.A. degree in Chinese International Education and has five years of frontline teaching experience. She has worked as a Chinese teacher and a headmaster in a well-known school in Guangdong Province, and during her teaching period, she led a class that won the first place in the district in Chinese performance. She is an outstanding member of the Guangdong Provincial Key Project Research Group, and has been awarded as an outstanding instructor in the National Language Literacy Competition for many times, and specialises in broadcasting and recitation.

She believes that language teachers should be travelers and connoisseurs of the Chinese language world, respecting each student’s reading experience, acting as mentors for the development of the child’s spirit and spiritual growth, guiding the student’s perception and aesthetics of the world, helping to shape his or her personality and mind, and inspiring the birth of romance and poetry within him or her. 

Ms.Song holds a bachelor degree majoring in English Language and Literacy. In addition,she is qualified to be a high school English teacher. She was used to work in Tourism industry and was responsible for the reception for the visitation of Secretary of State‘s family to travel. Furthermore, she has the teaching experience of well-known English graded picture books and advocates the reading of family parent-child English picture books. Rich experience and work experience make her confident in guiding children to read. 

William holds a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from the university of Chester followed by a PGCE in Secondary Mathematics with QTS.  He spent his first 2 years in 2 different schools on the north west of England. In 2020 he found a job in the middle east in Qatar and worked there for 2 years. 

William is passionate about Mathematics and uses this to create engaging, innovative and interesting learning experiences for all students. This is what brought him to teaching as he wants to encourage discovery in Mathematics for all students.

Neil holds a bachelor degree in English in East China University of Science and Technology. He spent 2 years teaching junior high students English in the border between China and Myanmar. After this, he became a Coach Mentor in famous International Schools in China and accompanied students to grow better in both academics and student life.

Neil believes that all students are excellent and a teacher has to find out and help students find out their unique excellence. To achieve this, Neil is passionate about getting engaged in various areas of students and patient to guide students to fulfill their potentials. 

Toby graduated from the City University of Macau with a Master’s degree in Teaching and Learning, and worked as a language support teacher in the learning Hub of Guangzhou and as an English teaching assistant in grade 7 and 8. In the 7th and 8th grade, I worked with the foreign teachers to support the students who were less advanced. Education is not a teacher led lecture, but a differentiated teaching from the perspective of students to effectively help students. 

Christina holds a bachelor’s degree in English Translation and master’s in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of other Languages from Sun Yat-sen University. She spent 3 years of her career working in language training. Retraining in 2017, she gained a professional academic experience in international teaching area, specializing in upper years and above.  

Christina believes that learning happens in interactions between people and the environment we are creating.

Ms Sun holds MBA and studied at the  San Antonio College and the UC, Berkeley,US. She has been certified as a psychologist by the Chinese Academy of Sciences and has 15 years of working experience. She once served as ESL synchronous tutor in American universities and participated in the teaching system of top private kindergartens and national blue ribbon  schools in the United States. Her multicultural work and study experience enables her to deeply understand the cultural differences  and konw  students‘ needs’ and understand the expectations of parents.

Major in English and she owns the certificate of TEM8, and worked as an intern in ASEAN Secretariat.  She holds a postgraduate degree in Applied Linguistics and Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TESOL) from the University of Sheffield with 6 years of Experience in English teaching. 

Ms. Tang holds a master’s degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages from Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou. Before joining Harrow Nanning, she was a Chinese Language teacher teaching in Confucius Institute in a University in    Philippine and awarded “Outstanding Chinese Language Teacher Volunteer”. After returning, she used to work in Guangzhou and Shenzhen as a co-teacher and  an English teacher in top international schools. 

Ms. Liya attained a Bachelor of Music degree and later continued to study for a Master of Early Childhood Education degree at Chulalongkorn University. 

She has been teaching in her area for more than ten years and is very experienced in the enlightenment of pupils’ critical thinking skills and the cultivation of pupils’ tastes in the arts.

A certified IB teacher from the University of Windsor, Canada, Ms Nui is a former performer in orchestras and  worked as an orchestra instructor and music teacher at Harrow Bangkok and at British International Schools in Chiang Mai, Thailand and China before joining Harrow Nanning.

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Dr Mchunu is a junior medical doctor from South Africa. He graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery Degree from the Southern Medical University. Dr Lwazi is currently working towards obtaining his Master’s in Education specialisation in Teaching Multilingual Learners through Moreland University in the United States.

He has worked in Chinese education for three years, teaching in bilingual and international schools. He started his career teaching English as second language, and later to STEM subjects.

He is passionate about teaching through doing and is experienced in project-based learning. He aspires to lead the next generation of innovators and thinkers 

Ms Luo graduated from materials science and engineering with 7 years of experience in technical laboratory management, new material research and development. Ms Luo has a solid knowledge of Physics and Chemistry. During her tenure in Harrow Nanning, she has led her students to participate in multiple provincial and municipal science and technology innovation competitions where students were awarded invention patents, technological innovation, and other awards. 

Mr Lucchi holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music from the Guangxi Arts University and is in the final stage of a Master’s degree in TESOL at the University of Nottingham. Having acquired CELTA and DELTA qualifications, he has taught English at several universities across China as well as French, Italian and Music to children for almost a decade. In addition, to his teaching experience, he has actively participated in various performances and piano competitions, specialising in classical instrumental music.

Bringing his musical expertise and a deep understanding of discipline and excellence to his teaching approach, Mr Lucchi is committed to creating a supportive and inspiring classroom environment, where students can nurture their creativity, develop their personalities and unlock their full learning potential. 

Mr Vasiljevic is a certified PE teacher, with a Master Degree in Physical Education and Sport, from the University of Belgrade. He engaged in teaching during his studies which gave him a chance to test and apply knowledge straightforward. Mr Vasiljevic, taught at different schools in his home country before stepping up to take position of Head of PE in Jinan, where he implemented a specially designed curriculum for primary school students.

Ms Gonsalves holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Sports Management and honours in Biokinetics. Ms Gonsalves spent the first 3 years of her career working in a kindergarten as Head Coordinator for all physical development programs. Ms Gonsalves is currently enrolled in the university of Derby and is studying towards obtaining her PGCE in Primary Education.

Kirsten has a passion to get deeply involved in extracurricular sports and exercise.  Kirsten places a large emphasis on allowing the students to improve physical fitness, develop motor skills, acquire knowledge of human motion and behaviour of healthy and active living, sportsmanship as well as emotional intelligence. 

Ms Ling graduated from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University majoring in Chinese as a Foreign Language. She has 7 years of experience in teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language, middle school Chinese teaching and Head Teacher. Before joining Harrow Nanning, she served as a Chinese teacher in an international school and a public middle school, and served as a G9 teacher for three consecutive years. She is familiar with the advantages of Chinese and world trending education and has accumulated rich experience in middle school Chinese language and literature teaching.  

Mr Yu graduated with a Master’s Degree in Statistics and Economics from the University of California and holds  Mathematics Teaching License (G6-G12) in Arizona, USA. He has 8 years of teaching experience at A-level and AP . He is also familiar with mathematics education in junior and senior schools in China. Mr Yu is fluent in both Chinese and English. Under his guidance, many students have entered the top 50 universities in the world for further study. 

Mrs McRoberts has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and Audio Visual Production and completed her PGCE, specialising in Secondary English, at Goldsmiths University, London, in 2006.

Before moving to China in 2019, she lived and worked as a teacher in the UK. She has over 15 years experience of teaching Secondary English Language and Literature, leading on literacy, curriculum development and training and mentoring staff. Mrs McRoberts has also been a GCSE and A-Level English examiner. 

Mrs McRoberts believes that one of the most important elements of a child’s education is developing a love of reading. This supports them, as they grow their knowledge of the world around them. Reading also allows young minds to be curious, to explore new worlds, expand their imagination and to dream of a future that they are yet to create. 

Thomas Robert James holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Maryland as well as a teacher certification through the state of Florida in the USA and a CELTA through Cambridge University in the UK. Although he began his 20 years in education working in Special Education, he has also served as Housemaster of a British boarding house and taught Drama, ESL, English, and multiple IGCSE courses. He has worked in education in Italy, Djibouti, Thailand, and he is very happy to call Harrow Nanning his new school home.

Thomas has a strong background in the performing arts, and his passion for acting and singing is often apparent in the classroom. He believes dramatic techniques often bring out the best in his students, as these are the same skills students need to be clear and confident communicators on or off the stage. 

Ms Mavyala holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, specialising in Fine Art, and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, and has the qualification to teach art in upper school. She has 15 years of international education experience, including 11 years as the Head of the Art. She has experience of graphic design, drawing, textiles design, painting, printmaking and sculpture. Ms Mavyala has rich experience of A-Level Art and Design, and can help students learn art systematically, laying the foundation for further art studies at university in the future. The works of the students under her guidance have won awards in world-class art competitions, and many of them have been exhibited in national art festivals. 

Mr Flahaven graduated from the University of Hawaii with a major in Drawing and Printmaking. He holds the certification of K-12 teaching in Nevada, United States and Certificate in Outdoor & Nature Pedagogy for Young Learners from University of Denmark. Mr Flahaven has 13 years of teaching experience in Art, English and Social Studies. He hopes to endow students with the eye to recognise beauty, to express artistic views in language and to appreciate art through systematic art learning. 

Mr Kisten has 20 years of teaching experience in Mathematics, Industrial Engineering and Design. Before joining Harrow Nanning, he served as the Head of the Mathematics and Industrial Engineering and Design departments of top schools. he has guided students to win awards in Olympic competitions and engineering design competitions. 

Ms Li graduated from the University of Leeds, with a Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) major, and obtained the CELTA. Ms Li has 12 years of experience in English teaching and leading classes in middle schools, and has won the first prize in the national and Guangxi primary and secondary schools’ English teaching skills and teaching achievements for many times. 

Ms Sabrina Hou graduated from the University of Birmingham, UK with a master’s degree in International Management and Policy in Education. She is a secondary school teacher and holds a qualification of University Counselor. Ms Sabrina Hou has over 30 years of teaching and educational management experience. Before joining Harrow Nanning, Ms Sabrina Hou served as the Academic Head  and the Director of College Counselling  in prestigious schools in Beijing and Jiangsu. Ms Sabrina is familiar with  the requirements of university admissions  and supports students to prepare for the university application effectively.  Under her guidance, many students entered top 50 universities in the United States and the G5 group in the UK to study. 

Mr Zhang holds a master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Auckland. He is a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-oriented psychological consultant of the Chinese Psychological Society. He has 4 years of experience in psychological counseling and mental health for teenagers. Before joining Harrow Nanning, he served as a research assistant at Fudan University, a psychological counselor of well-known domestic universities and international schools. He is fluent in both Chinese and English and is good at various psychological counseling and consultation.

Ms Goh holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Science from the University of Sunderland and obtained her PGCE from the University of Nottingham. Before joining Harrow Nanning, Ms Goh worked as a subject lead, homeroom teacher and coordinator in many excellent international schools in Malaysia. She has 12 years of rich experience in international curriculum teaching, development and class management. Ms. Goh is full of energy and always passionate about students and helps them have the ability to face the future. She hopes to make learning fun with interesting exploration, project and STEAM classroom activities. 

Mr. Strahle graduated from Durham University with a Bachelor’s Degree in History, and a Master’s Degree in Heritage Management from Newcastle University. At the same time, he completed his Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) atf the University of Glasgow . Mr Strahle is also experienced in English teaching and holds the internationally recognised CELTA certificate. Before joining Harrow Nanning, he worked as an English teacher in the UK and Nanjing, China. Mr Strahle likes to experience various cultures, providing students with new insights through the rich history.

Mr. Hadfield graduated from Lancaster University in the UK and has the PGCE. He previously studied at Beijing Language and Culture University. Mr Hadfield has 10 years of experience in international education. As a member of the founding teacher team of Harrow Nanning, he has served as a homeroom teacher in K3 of Harrow Little Lions Early Years Centre Nanning.

Mr Hadfield  aspires to empower children academically and creatively by fostering a supportive and encouraging classroom environment. His commitment lies in nurturing the growth of all students, helping them become valued members of the school’s multinational community. 

Ms Sharma has a Master’s Degree in English and a Postgraduate Gegree in Education, and has obtained his PGCE from the University of Nottingham. She has 14 years of teaching experience and has worked as a primary and kindergarten homeroom teacher at the American Embassy International School in India, the British International School and Chengdu International School in Sichuan. Ms. Sharma is familiar with the EYFS  and British Foundation Education and is good at helping children form good behaviour habits at the same time. 

Mrs Arama holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and Pharmacology & Therapeutics and is also qualified to teach in primary and secondary schools. She also has experience in children’s special education. Mrs Arama has 8 years of international education experience, and has worked as a primary school teacher and Deputy Head of Boarding in many schools around the world. Before joining AISL Harrow Nanning, she worked as a primary science, mathematics and drama teacher in a well-known international school in Chengdu. Mrs Arama aims to help  learners to realise, explore and develop their unique talents to their full potential.