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Passionately, Professionally and Pedagogically World-Class

Our outstanding Education Team provides expert support to the Heads, Chinese Principals, senior and middle leaders, teachers and educational support staff. Drawing on decades of leadership experience in the UK and internationally, they lead professional development and quality assurance, informed by the latest thinking in educational best practice. Comprised of senior education professionals, including successful school Heads, government advisors and influential educational thinkers, the team takes a research-based, progressive approach that drives excellence in our schools.

The AISL Harrow family of schools has a worldwide reputation for the high quality education, teacher engagement, student attainment and parental satisfaction. We maintain, these standards by recruiting only the very best teachers and school leaders. All of our educators are highly qualified, the majority holding advanced degrees and other additional certifications. Most are recruited from the UK, plus some from Australia, New Zealand and other English-speaking countries with excellent education systems.

As a renowned family of schools we are privileged to be able to select from a pool of exceptionally talented teachers who want to work for AISL Harrow Schools. Where possible, our head teachers are interviewed at Harrow School in the UK where they have a positive first experience of the Harrow family. A rigorous recruitment process is followed, with only the very best candidates being employed.

In addition, our safeguarding and background checks are exceptionally thorough meaning we are confident all adults in our school are safe to be close to our students.

Professional Development - AISL Academy

To ensure that our already excellent teachers remain up-to-date with the very latest educational advances, our AISL Academy provides extensive opportunities for professional development.

AISL Academy is a global learning platform for educators, parents and students who will have access to the latest and best practices in pedagogy, professional learning and social development, within an international, interactive and interconnected setting. Built upon AISL Harrow Schools’ pillars of educational excellence, the Academy is a collection of high quality and high impact certified and accredited courses, dedicated panel discussions and shared learning events.

GOVERNANCE

On behalf of Asia International School Limited (AISL) – the holding company of all Harrow-branded schools, Harrow International Management Services Limited (HIMS) oversees the running of Harrow’s family of schools. HIMS provides technical advice and assistance to support the management of each school.

The schools operate under an agreement with the Governors of Harrow School in the UK. Under that agreement, the schools are permitted to use the Harrow name and Arms, and are required to have a Governing Board which, inter alia, is responsible for the overall philosophy, vision, culture and strategic direction of the school; compliance with governing documents and law; and ensuring that appropriate policies and procedures are in place for the day to day operations. The Governing Board of each school is required to include two Governors of Harrow School (or their representatives), two representatives of the school’s owners, and one Director of HIMS.

The Governing body of each school is composed of the following members:

  • A Chairman
  • Two Harrow School Governors, or their representatives
  • Two representatives of the owners of the school
  • One Director of Harrow International Management Services Limited
  • One independent expert in the field of international education
  • Three other independent people with relevant expertise in education and/or other areas of activity relevant to the school’s activities

The presence of Harrow School Governors and HIMS in governance is to assure, amongst other things, a consistently high standard of education, reflecting Harrow School’s values and traditions of excellence. 

AISL Education Team​

Dr Ahmed Hussain

Chief Education Officer

Dr Ahmed Hussain

Chief Education Officer
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Charles Ellison

Director of Quality and Standards

CHARLES ELLISON

Director of Quality and Standards
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Dr Neelam Parmar

Director of Professional Learning

Dr Neelam Parmar

Director of Professional Learning
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Isabel Xu

Director of Bilingual Education

Isabel Xu

Director of Bilingual Education
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Linda Wang

Associate Director of Chinese Education

Linda Wang

Associate Director of Chinese Education
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Vanessa Szücs-Hussain

Associate Director of Early Years

Vanessa Szücs-Hussain

Associate Director of Early Years
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Tessa Ho

Associate Director of Early Years

Tessa Ho

Associate Director of Early Years
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Harrow International School Bangkok

James Murphy-O’Connor

Head Master

James Murphy-O’Connor

Head Master
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Paul Johnson

Head of Upper School

Paul Johnson

Head of Upper School
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DR MICHAEL REDDISH

Principal Deputy Head

DR MICHAEL REDDISH

Principal Deputy Head
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PAUL BEACH

Head Of Lower School

PAUL BEACH

Head Of Lower School
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AISL Harrow Beijing

Phil Akerman

Head Master

Phil Akerman

Head Master
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Shellie Gibbons

Head of Upper School

Shellie Gibbons

Head of Upper School
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Sarah Davey

Head of Lower School

Sarah Davey

Head of Lower School
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Harrow International School Hong Kong

Ann Haydon

The Head

Ann Haydon

The Head
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Laura Yandell

Principal Deputy Head (Curricular)

Laura Yandell

Principal Deputy Head (Curricular)
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Tom Hicks

Principal Deputy Head (Pastoral & Wellbeing)

Tom Hicks

Principal Deputy Head (Pastoral & Wellbeing)
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James Brewer

Deputy Head (Academic)

James Brewer

Deputy Head (Academic)
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Brendan Shanahan

Head of Lower School

Brendan Shanahan

Head of Lower School
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Lauren Berner

Deputy Head of Lower School (Pupil Wellbeing)

Lauren Berner

Deputy Head of Lower School (Pupil Wellbeing)
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Harrow International School Shanghai

Alex reed

Headmaster

Alex reed

Headmaster
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Toby Roundell

Principle Deputy Head

Toby Roundell

Principle Deputy Head
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Simon Probert

Deputy Head - Academic

Simon Probert

Deputy Head - Academic
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AVRIL CONNOLLY PHILLIPS

Head of Lower School

AVRIL CONNOLLY PHILLIPS

Head of Lower School
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Joseph Jedrzejczyk

Head of Prep School

Joseph Jedrzejczyk

Head of Prep School
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Zach Bennetts

Head of Senior School

Zach Bennetts

Head of Senior School
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AISL Harrow Chongqing​

AARON LENNON

Headmaster

AARON LENNON

Headmaster
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GRACE ZHOU

Co-Head of Upper School

GRACE ZHOU

Co-Head of Upper School
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Judy Kong

Chinese Principal

Judy Kong

Chinese Principal
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TIMOTHY FORSTER

Head of Lower School

TIMOTHY FORSTER

Head of Lower School
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Daniel Irvine

Co-Head of Upper School

DANIEL IRVINE

Co-Head of Upper School
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AISL Harrow Haikou

Olly Wells

Head Master

Olly Wells

Head Master
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Cathy Li

Chinese Principal

Cathy Li

Chinese Principal
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Harrow International School Shenzhen Qianhai

Daniel Berry

Head Master

Daniel Berry

Head Master
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Kevin Qian

Chinese Principal

Kevin Qian

Chinese Principal
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CATHERINE DONNELLY

Head of Lower School

Catherine Donnelly

Head of Lower School
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AISL Harrow Nanning

Neil Clayton

Headmaster

Neil Clayton

Headmaster
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Luna Cao

Chinese Principal

Luna Cao

Chinese Principal
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Emily Gallagher

Assistant Headteacher

Emily Gallagher

Assistant Headteacher
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june li

Assistant Chinese Principal

june li

Assistant Chinese Principal
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SIMON MCROBERTS

Head of Upper School

simon mcroberts

Head of Upper School
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david dee

Head of Lower School

david dee

Head of Lower School
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Glesni Guest

Head of Harrow Little Lions

Glesni Guest

Head of Harrow Little Lions
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AISL Harrow Hengqin Zhuhai

MAX CARUSO

Headmaster

MAX CARUSO

Headmaster
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ELISE LI

Chinese Principal

ELISE LI

Chinese Principal
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KIRSTY LOWERY

Deputy Head

KIRSTY LOWERY

Deputy Head
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RAJA ALI

Head of Upper School

RAJA ALI

Head of Upper School
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JACK BENSTEAD

Head of Lower School

JACK BENSTEAD

Head of Lower School
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Nikki Street

Foreign Principal of Harrow Little Lions

Nikki Street

Foreign Principal of Harrow Little Lions
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LINDA SUN YAHUI

Chinese Principal of Harrow Little Lions

LINDA SUN YAHUI

Chinese Principal of Harrow Little Lions
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Harrow International School Appi

STEPHEN TONG

Acting Head Master

STEPHEN TONG

Acting Head Master
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NICOLA BARTRAM

Assistant Head: Boarding and Pastoral

NICOLA BARTRAM

Assistant Head: Boarding and Pastoral
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DAVID FITZGERALD

Assistant Head: Enrichment

DAVID FITZGERALD

Assistant Head: Enrichment
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AMY LIVERSIDGE

Director of Studies

AMY LIVERSIDGE

Director of Studies
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Harrow Hong Kong Children School Shenzhen Qianhai

Dr John Tan

Founding School Head

Dr John Tan

Founding School Head
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NIGEL SCHOFIELD

Deputy Head

NIGEL SCHOFIELD

Deputy Head
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Calvin Kwan

Deputy Head, Whole School Academics

Calvin Kwan

Deputy Head, Whole School Academics
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Dana IU

Deputy Head - Kindergarten

Dana IU

Deputy Head - Kindergarten
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Dr Ahmed Hussain

chief education officer

Dr Ahmed Hussain was appointed Associate Professor in the School of Education at Durham University. He has a rich experience in leadership of international school groups and education reform. Prior to joining the Group, Dr Hussain had held school leadership and university research positions in England, UAE and China.

CHARLES ELLISON

Director of Quality and Standards

Having enjoyed an extensive career in independent schooling both in the UK and within British international schools spanning over 30 years, Charles is presently Director of Quality and Standards within the AISL Education Team.

Charles’ leadership journey has included roles such as Head of Department, Director of Co-curricular Provision, Housemaster, Head of Sixth Form, Deputy Head and Headmaster of an all-through boarding and day school in England. Prior to his present Group role, Charles was Head Master of Harrow Shanghai.

Charles holds post-graduate qualifications in Psychology (based primarily on leadership and team dynamics) and the NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship). For the past thirteen years, Charles has also been regularly involved in the inspection of day and boarding schools for the UK Department for Education with ISI, both in the UK and within British international schools through the BSO framework.

Dr Neelam Parmar

Director of Professional Learning

Dr Neelam Parmar is an award-winning professional, international researcher, author, thought leader and speaker for the use of educational technology, digital pedagogy and innovative curriculum within education. A highly experienced leader in Digital Education, Neelam has engaged with the UK Department of Education (DfE) EdTech Leadership Group, national EdTech Impact workshops, The @womenEd_Tech movement and is also a judge for the global renowned Bett Awards. 

Prior to joining AISL Harrow Schools, Neelam worked for various groups of schools in the UK, drawing on her research and practical experience to oversee digital learning and educational technology, and leadership in operations and strategy as well. She is also the author of the ‘Digital Literacy in the Primary’ series and ‘Digital Parenting’ book, locally published and distributed globally.

Isabel Xu

Director of Bilingual Education

Since graduating from East China Normal University, Isabel has been working in education field for over two decades and enjoyed an extensive career. Prior to joining AISL Harrow Schools, she worked for various public school, international school and private licensed bilingual schools in China and UK. Isabel was a Head of School and a Consultant, leading various school development projects. She is also an IB DP examiner, and a CIS accreditation evaluator.

Linda Wang

Associate Director of Chinese Education

Linda Wang is a seasoned Educational Specialist who has cultivated her career in China’s Education industry for more than two decades. Prior to joining AISL Harrow Schools, Linda had served as the Founding Head of a private school in China. She possesses a variety of qualifications including National Expert of Education and Leader of Education Expert Team appointed by the Ministry of Education, as well as the host of the “Distinguished Teacher Workshop”.

Vanessa Szücs-Hussain

Associate Director of Early Years
After 15 years teaching paediatric growth and development at Durham School of Podiatric Medicine, Vanessa changed direction geographically and professionally with a move to the Middle East and a new career in early years education. Five years in the UAE culminated in leading a team of practitioners at a trilingual nursery in the heart of Abu Dhabi. A move further East to China brought new opportunities and exciting challenges, the starting point of which was as founding Master of Wellington College Bilingual Shanghai (Early Years). Vanessa had the unique and privileged opportunity to bring a nursery to life and work across cultures to support the creation of an experience for families which honoured tradition whilst stretching and challenging pedagogical thinking around early years education. Vanessa has a particular passion for creating a culture of excellence in early years settings, through coaching, mentoring and NPQ facilitation. She also has an academic interest in researching and developing book-based pedagogical approaches to learning. She now has the privilege of applying her extensive experience through her role working across the AISL Harrow group of schools.

Tessa Ho

Associate Director of Early Years
Tessa Ho is the Associate Director of Early Years. With over 15 years of experience in Early Years education, Tessa is dedicated to the field and has worked in various educational settings including international and bilingual environments. Tessa continuously expands her Early Years education and psychology knowledge to support schools and practitioners in delivering a comprehensive curriculum. She is committed to collaborating with schools across the group to provide excellent education and enhance the community.

James Murphy-O’Connor

Head Master

James graduated from University of Oxford with a degree in Modern History and then completed his PGCE at Cambridge University.

He started his career in teaching at Stamford School. After four years there he joined Sherborne School in Dorset, where he went on to become a Boarding Housemaster. In 2004 James was approached by GEMS to create Sherfield School, the only new school opened by the group in the United Kingdom.

In 2009 James was appointed as Head of Prior Park College in Bath, going on to become the Founding Principal of the Prior Park Schools, during which time he oversaw the opening of Prior Park School, Gibraltar.

In 2019 James became the Founding Principal of the Haberdashers’ Monmouth Schools and, in 2022, he was appointed to be Director of Educational Development for the Haberdashers group, working across their eighteen schools.

James is delighted to have been appointed as Head of Harrow Bangkok and starts in this role in September 2023.

Paul Johnson

Head of Upper School

Paul read Psychology at the University of Newcastle before beginning his career teaching Psychology and Biology at an Outstanding academy in Yorkshire. Paul went on to spend six years in Rome, first as Deputy Head and then Head of Senior School where he completed his NPQH with University College London. He also worked collaboratively as the Chair of Assessment for eight British International schools across Europe in a bid to drive up academic performance and will shortly complete his training to be a Council of British International Schools (COBIS) Peer Accreditor. Paul is uncompromising in getting the very best for our young people, encouraging them to find their unique voice in order to become the next great changemakers for the local and global communities they serve. 

DR MICHAEL REDDISH

DR MICHAEL REDDISH博士

PRINCIPAL DEPUTY HEAD
副校长

Michael was formerly the Deputy Head Academic at Princethorpe College, an HMC independent day school in the UK. Michael took a first-class honours degree in Law at Warwick University before undertaking research in Japan as a Daiwa Scholar. He gained his LLM from Harvard Law School, where he was a Frank Knox Memorial Fellow, and subsequently his Doctorate in Law from Warwick University. From August 2021 onwards, Michael takes responsibility for whole-school aspects of our provision, will deputise for the Head Master, and will work closely with the Head Master and the Board of Governors to deliver the school’s Strategic Development Plan. Michael will oversee whole-school coordination and major school event planning. He will also lead the development of Harrow International School, Bangkok overarching teaching and learning ambitions including oversight of academic staff appraisal and continuing professional development.

Michael 曾任英国HMC独立走读学校——皇子龙学院(Princethorpe College)——的学术副校长。获得华威大学法律专业一等荣誉学位之后,Michael作为大和学者前往日本进行研究。在哈佛法学院攻读法学硕士学位时,他成为了Frank Knox Memorial Fellowship奖学金得主,后又一举攻下华威大学法学博士学位。从 2021 年 8 月起,Michael 负责我们学校运行的方方面面,他将作为副校长与校长、校董会密切合作,落实学校的战略发展规划。Michael负责监督全校协调和重大校园活动的策划。他还将领导哈罗曼谷的总体教学和学习发展,包括监督学术员工考核和持续专业发展。

PAUL BEACH

HEAD OF LOWER SCHOOL

Paul graduated with a first class degree in Mathematics and Statistics from Brunel University. Following a number of years working as an actuary and as a business consultant focusing on managerial solutions for a major oil company, Paul moved into the education sector in 1999. In his first headship in the UK, he oversaw improvement to OfSTED “Outstanding,” before moving to Singapore, where was Head of Primary at Nexus International School for eight years. Paul has trained with OfSTED and also carries out school evaluations on behalf of the Council of International Schools. A highly experienced school leader, Paul passionate about education that provides young students with the foundations to flourish as successful leaders in this dynamic world. Paul Beach joined Harrow International School, Bangkok in August 2021.

小学部校长

Paul毕业于布鲁内尔大学,获得数学和统计学一等学位荣誉。在担任了数年精算师和一家大型石油公司的商业顾问(专注于管理解决方案)之后,Paul 于 1999 年进入教育行业。他在英国初任校长职务时,监督学校提高教育质量,成为英国教育标准局(OfSTED)评定的 “优秀”学校。 之后,他在新加坡的Nexus 国际学校担任了八年小学校长。Paul 曾接受英国教育标准局培训,并代表国际学校委员会开展学校评估工作。作为一位经验丰富的学校领导,Paul热衷于打造能够助力年轻学生在这个日新月异的世界中成为杰出领导者的教育。Paul Beach 于 2021 年 8 月加入哈罗曼谷。  

PHIL AKERMAN

HEAD MASTER

Phil grew up and attended school in London before reading Chemistry at universities in both the UK and Germany. Phil took his first teaching post in London in September 2003 where he helped to raise academic standards across the school, leading to his promotion as Head of Science and then Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for teaching and learning, as well as a large Sixth Form cohort of over 400 students. Phil was promoted into his first Headteacher role in 2016, going on to drive the school’s growth from approximately 900 students to 1,870 students from Nursery through to Sixth Form – becoming the most popular school in that district of London in the process. He is used to working with large teams of teachers, support staff, students and families to ensure the best education journey possible. Phil has a real passion for delivering the highest quality education which, for him, means seeing students fulfil their academic potential whilst also developing their character, confidence and skills through a variety of programmes and opportunities.

He believes that this type of holistic education helps to foster confident, compassionate leaders who will go on to improve the world we live in. Seeing happy young people move on to top university destinations and careers is hugely satisfying and it is why he loves being Headteacher.

Shellie Gibbons

HEAD of upper school

Shellie Gibbons has dedicated nearly 20 years of her professional life to the field of education. Originally from the beautiful west coast of Ireland, Shellie’s passion for learning and teaching has been a driving force in her life.

Shellie embarked on her journey at AISL Harrow Beijing, where she initially served as an Economics teacher. Her commitment to academic excellence and leadership skills quickly propelled her into Middle and Senior Leadership roles. Over the years, she has become a cornerstone of AISL Harrow Beijing, shaping the educational landscape and contributing to the school’s success.

In her current role, Shellie leads the Upper School with enthusiasm and dedication. Her leadership has fostered a vibrant and high-achieving environment, empowering students and teachers to excel academically and personally.

One of Shellie’s greatest passions is exploring the world. She has a deep-seated love for travel and strives to experience as much of the globe as possible. When not jet-setting to new destinations, she can be found immersing herself in the beauty and charm of local Hutongs around Beijing. Shellie takes delight in sampling authentic Chinese cuisine and engaging with the rich cultural tapestry surrounding her.

SARAH DAVEY

Head of Lower School – Harrow International School, Beijing

Ms. Sarah Davey has over 15 years of experience in education, with 10 years of those in educational leadership in British private schools before joining Harrow Beijing in 2017. Ms Davey is entering her third year as Head of the Lower School at AISL Harrow Beijing.

Ms. Davey grew up in Australia and early in her teaching career moved to London to combine her love of education and travel. She has since travelled to many countries around the world and consequently has developed a rich appreciation for different cultures and ways of life; this has been instrumental not only for her personal growth but also for her professional development as an educator.

‘What travelling has taught me is that although the circumstances of a child may change, one thing remains the same: their capacity to learn. When children are given a happy, engaging, and safe learning environment, they have the ability to thrive and excel.’

Ann Haydon

HEAD OF HARROW International School, HONG KONG

Ms. Ann Haydon (University of Surrey) from Surbiton High School, England

Ms. Haydon took up her position as Head of AISL Harrow Hong Kong on 1 August 2017. She is the first woman to lead a Harrow School.

After reading Economics and Geography at the University of Surrey, Ms. Haydon completed her PGCE at the University of Nottingham. In 2007 she gained the National Qualification for Headship from the University of London. In 2013 she was awarded a distinction in the Pearson UK. Headteacher of the Year Awards and has gained national recognition for work in leadership, governance, teaching and learning and marketing in Schools. In 2012, Ms. Haydon and her Senior Leadership Team won the Independent Schools ‘Outstanding Senior Leadership Team of the Year’ and in 2013 received the accolade of ‘Outstanding Governing Board of the Year’.

Ms. Haydon has held the position as HMC London Division Secretary and was a member of the HMC Sports Committee. She was a member of the United Learning Heads Reference Group working on strategic developments across a group of Independent Schools and Academies and she has sat on the Governing Body of several Independent Schools in London.

Ms. Haydon was Deputy Head at Guildford High School before taking up the position as Principal of Surbiton High School in 2008, an independent, HMC (Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference) and IAPC (Independent Association of Prep Schools) School with circa 1500 pupils aged 4 to 18, both of which are consistently placed in the Top Ten Schools in the Times League Tables. Ms. Haydon now has the privilege of leading Harrow Hong Kong.

As a leading educator, Ms Haydon is committed to getting the very best out of young people and preparing them for top universities across the world.

Ms. Haydon’s interests include travel, sport and the arts. Ms. Haydon is married to Nigel and has two step children.

Laura Yandell

Deputy Head (Co-Curricular & Organisation)

Ms Laura Yandell (Royal Birmingham Conservatoire & Goldsmiths, University of London) from Ark Greenwich Free School, England

Miss Yandell graduated from The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire with a BA Honours degree in Acting. She then went on to do a PGCE in Drama and a Masters in Education at Goldsmiths, University of London.

Miss Yandell worked as a Head of Department at Ravens Wood School in Kent and Sydenham High School in London before becoming Deputy Headteacher in charge of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum at Ark Greenwich Free School in South London.

Miss Yandell has a keen interest in the topic of women and leadership and has read and conducted a lot of research in this area. She is a keen member of the #WomenEd educational movement and has spoken at various conferences regarding the global in-balance of females in leadership roles in the workplace.

Miss Yandell enjoys travelling, visiting the theatre and reading and feels very privileged to have a job where she can help shape the leaders of tomorrow. 

Tom Hicks

Principal Deputy Head (Pastoral & Wellbeing)

Mr. Tom Hicks (St Catherine’s College, Oxford University) from Uppingham School, England

Mr Hicks comes from a family steeped in pastoral care. Having grown up in boarding houses in the South of England, Mr Hicks followed his father’s footsteps, becoming Housemaster at Wellington College, UK, having previously been Head of Sixth Form and Assistant HM at Lord Wandsworth College, Hampshire. Prior to joining AISL Harrow Hong Kong, he was Assistant Head: Pastoral at Uppingham School, one of the oldest and most prestigious boarding schools in Britain.

Mr Hicks is an experienced international educator, and spent three years as Head of Group Boarding for the Wellington Group of schools, paying annual inspection visits to schools in Tianjin and Shanghai. He also set up a national Prep Schools Boarding Conference, in conjunction with the Boarding Schools Association, for whom he has been a speaker at their annual national conference. Mr Hicks sat on the governing body and the academic committee of The Wellington Academy – a state boarding school in Wiltshire. At Uppingham, he spearheaded a brand-new Wellbeing curriculum, founded on the principles of Positive Psychology, following research in schools as far-ranging as the United States, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand.

Although a teacher of English, Mr Hicks studied Modern Languages (French and Linguistics) at St. Catherine’s College, Oxford University and gained his PGCE from the University of Buckingham. Whilst at university, he gained four Blues for cricket and was captain in 2000, the final first-class fixture between Oxford and Cambridge at Lord’s. He went on to captain his county, Dorset, for several years, and has also captained the MCC at the home of cricket and sat on the Players and Fixtures Sub-Committee. He now writes about the game and is a published author.

Mr Hicks joined Harrow Hong Kong with his wife, Penny, who works as Head of Scholarships and Bursaries and in the Admissions Department at Harrow Hong Kong. Their three children all attend the school.

James Brewer

Deputy Head (Academic)

Mr. James Brewer (Queen’s University Belfast) from Epsom College in Malaysia

Mr Brewer hails from Londonderry, Northern Ireland where he attended school at Foyle and Londonderry College. He graduated with a BSc in Physics before completing a MSc in Electronics and PGCE in Science, all from Queen’s University Belfast.

His first teaching post was in Bexley Grammar School in Bexley, Kent. In Bexley, he gained experience in the roles of Head of Physics and Head of Houses. Mr Brewer thought London was far from home until he moved into international teaching at Qatar International School in Doha, Qatar. He was part of the senior leadership team that developed the school into a teaching and learning school. He then moved east to Epsom College in Malaysia, Epsom was his introduction into boarding school. He thoroughly enjoyed the additional aspects that boarding school brings to teaching and to the students’ school experience.

Mr Brewer enjoyed playing various sports at school, university and club level. He played rugby with Queen’s and City Of Derry and cricket with Brigade. After hanging up his boots, he coached rugby and cricket in schools as well as regularly playing golf.

Mr Brewer moves to AISL Harrow Hong Kong with his wife Mrs Mitchell, who is Housemistress of Fry House, and their two children Noah and Ella who both attend the lower school. 

Brendan Shanahan

Head of Lower School

Mr Brendan Shanahan (University of Liverpool) from St Barnabas’ CE Primary School & Nursery, England

Mr Shanahan took up his position as head of the Lower School at Harrow International School, Hong Kong on 17th August 2020.

Mr Shanahan graduated from the University of Liverpool with a BA (Hons) degree in Social & Economic History in 2005. He then completed his PGCE at Leeds Beckett University before starting teaching in Kirklees. Mr Shanahan has help a range of posts in his career including leading on PE, Maths, English, Design Technology, Safeguarding, Curriculum, Standards and Assessment. He was a headteacher in Westminster before taking up the role as Head of Lower School at AISL Harrow Hong Kong.

He is a keen sportsman and represented his University at football, lacrosse, hockey and rugby league. He also represented Huddersfield and Yorkshire playing Gaelic Football.

Mr Shanahan is delighted to be joining the team at Harrow Hong Kong and is committed to ensuring that every pupil reaches their full potential.

Laura Berner

Deputy Head of Lower School (Pupil Wellbeing)

Mrs Berner joined AISL Harrow Hong Kong in August 2017. Over the past 2 years she has held the position of Assistant Head of Lower School (Pupil Progress), developing the use of data to support Teaching and Learning. Mrs Berner is pleased to be taking on the role of Deputy Head (Pupil Wellbeing). 

Mrs Berner holds a BA (Hons) in Primary Education from Sheffield Hallam University and qualified as a teacher in 2006. She gained a Masters in Teaching and Learning at the University of Leicester. After teaching across the primary age range, Mrs Berner pursued her interest in Inclusion and completed the National Award for SENDCo’s. She has worked as part of the Senior Leadership Team at two schools in Leicestershire, much of this time was focused on pupil wellbeing and inclusion. Mrs Berner has also completed the NPQSL with the National College and became a Specialist Leader of Education in 2015, supporting and advising schools on a range of priorities.

Mrs Berner lives in one of Harrow Hong Kong’s senior boarding houses (Peel House) with her husband, Mr Berner, who has recently taken up the role of House Master.

ALex reed

HEADMASTER

Alex is an enthusiastic, experienced school leader who has enjoyed educating children for nearly 30 years. His career has included working in a range of outstanding schools in both the United Kingdom and New Zealand, most recently as the Head of one of New Zealand’s top private schools, leading it to become one of the best academic schools in the country. 

He took his first degree in English Literature at Cambridge University, has a National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) from the Institute of Education in London, and completed a master’s degree a few years ago on the work of the great Scottish novelist, Muriel Spark. He is passionate about literature, drama and music, and spends much of his free time enjoying cultural pursuits. He also likes to travel, to exercise and keep fit – he needs to do this regularly because he loves good food!  

Alex believes that a great education has academic excellence for all students at its core, supported by a broad programme of personal, cultural and social opportunities. A great school works with its parents and families to develop successful young people who are also good young people, and who will use their talents to make the world a better place for everyone. 

Toby Roundell

Principle Deputy Head

Mr Roundell has over 15 years of teaching and senior leadership experience with roles in the UK, Asia and volunteer experience in Africa, and was most recently the Pastoral and Safeguarding Lead at Wellington College International Tianjin. He has a great passion for school evaluation and school improvement and have led and participated in a number of CIS accreditation visits to international schools across the Asia-Pacific region.

Simon Probert

Deputy Head - Academic

Mr Probert has worked within the Harrow family of Schools for a number of years having previously been Director of Studies at Harrow Beijing. In addition, he has extensive teaching experience as a history teacher, having taught in schools in the UK, China and South Korea. Equally, he has worked in a number of leadership roles, initially leading the prep curriculum at Harrow Beijing before progressing to Director of Studies, and was also Head of History for several years at NLCS in South Korea.

AVRIL CONNOLLY PHILLIPS

HEAD OF EARLY YEARS

Ms Phillips has been an educator for the past 20 years, working in Asia and Europe. She has a Postgraduate Certificate in Education with QTS and Masters degree in Education from the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom as well as a teaching licence from Washington D.C, America. Before coming to AISL Harrow Shanghai, Ms Phillips was principal of a large British kindergarten in Bahrain for 8 years and previously, head of the children’s department at the British Council in Kuwait for 4 years.

Ms Phillips is passionate about Early Years education and strives to ensure that children build a firm foundation for future success through high levels of engagement in a high-quality play-based environment. These opportunities promote exciting challenges, exploration, adventure and embeds a real love of learning.

The ambitious and sequential curriculum that has been set in place at Harrow Shanghai meets the needs of each child and exposes all children to language rich environments which in turn holds the key to successful listeners, readers, writers, and communicators. Ms Phillips also priorities outdoor learning, gardening and sustainability in the Early Years which raises awareness of the world around us as well as opportunities to develop many of the key skills which are needed throughout our life’s journey such as problem solving, dealing with conflict, creativity and perseverance to name a few.

Joseph Jedrzejczyk

Head of Prep School

Mr Jedrzejczyk has worked in international schools in Shanghai for the last ten years. Before joining the teaching profession, he read law at Westminster University, worked in the City of London, before completing a Masters degree in International Law at the University of Warwick. Following a transition to teaching, Mr Jedrzejczyk completed his Postgraduate Certificate in Education with Durham University, and has worked primarily as a teacher of English, English as an Additional language and as a curriculum co-ordinator for service learning within the AISL Harrow Shanghai Prep school.

Mr Jedrzejczyk favours research-led approaches to curriculum development and implementation, as well as to teaching and learning pedagogical practices. Although, he continues to put great emphasis on experiential learning, co-ordinating the Junior Award Scheme for Schools and The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, for which he is certified trainer, to get students outside of the classroom and participating in dynamic learning experiences.

Zach bennetts

Head of Senior SCHOOL

Mr Bennetts is joining AISL Harrow Shanghai after five years at an international school in Washington, D.C., where he was Head of Humanities and Social Sciences. This was preceded by four years at a large comprehensive school in north London, where he was Head of Politics and a member of the Sixth Form Pastoral Team, focused principally on applications to higher education, alongside serving as a staff governor.

AARON LENNON

HEADMASTER

Aaron has around 30 years of Headship and senior leadership experience in the UK and China, having graduated from the University of Nottingham and the University College London with an MBA (Educational Leadership), followed by a PGCE from West London Institute, Brunel University and a National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH).

GrACE ZHOU

co-head of upper school

Grace has been teaching Chinese for over 20 years. She has served as Class Tutor, Chinese Teacher, Young Pioneers Counsellor, Moral Education Director in public schools and bilingual schools in China. Her track records are proven by her personal honours including, ‘Chongqing Excellent Young Pioneers Instructor’, ‘Regional Primary School Chinese Backbone Teacher’ and ‘District Excellent Teacher’. She has also won many awards in the municipal level class competitions and participated in the compilation of national subjects and several teaching monographs.

Judy Kong

Chinese Principal

Judy Kong holds a master’s degree in TESOL from Teachers College, Columbia University, an MBA from CEIBS and is currently pursuing a DBA at the HELP University in Malaysia. She worked once as the community service area leader of IB program and initiated the AP program and A-level project at a top local school. Twenty years of experience in teaching and international education has given Ms. Kong in-depth understanding of international curriculum and education. She firmly believes that education is about inspiration and will contribute to the cause of bringing the premium Harrow education to families in Chongqing and a wider southwestern area in China.

TIMOTHY FORSTER

Head of Lower School

Timothy is qualified with a PGCE from Froebel College, Roehampton Institute for Higher Education, and has over 10 years of teaching and senior educational management experience. Prior to Joining Harrow, he taught in a variety of multi-cultural and multi-ethnic schools in London. Timothy has strong IT capabilities, experienced in motivating others to develop own expertise, marketing the benefits within the classroom. He owns a solid background in developing and delivering IT initiatives both in the classroom and in an educational consultative capacity.

DANIEL irvine

co-head of upper school

Daniel has over 13 years’ experience in English teaching, educational leadership and English language testing. He has previously worked as Head of English Department, Principal Examiner for Pearson Test of English (Global) and is a DELTA Certified English Teacher from University College London (UCL).

Olly Wells

Head Master

Olly Wells is the former Executive Headteacher at Sedbergh School Fuzhou. He has a wealth of experience leading international bilingual schools in China, having also previously been Headteacher at what is now known as Wycombe Abbey Changzhou and Deputy Headteacher at Malvern College Qingdao. Prior to moving to China, Olly was Associate Principal at Westminster Academy in London, an enterprise specialist academy offering the IB Diploma and IB Career-Related Programme. As a COBIS Peer Accreditor Olly has the privilege to visit many schools around the world, bringing the best ideas he sees back to Harrow Haikou.

Olly studied at Sheffield University (BA), King’s College (PGCE, MA) and completed his National Professional Qualification for Headship with the National College of School Leadership. He is currently studying for a PhD in education at Lancaster University.

CATHY LI

Chinese Principal

Cathy has been deeply involved in the education industry for 18 years. She holds an MBA from Hult International Business School and has worked in education management positions in well-known international school groups for more than 15 years. Cathy has not only the experience of managing foreign children’s schools, but also the experience of establishing private bilingual schools. Her long experience of working and studying in a multicultural environment has given her a broader perspective, more diversified thinking and a more tolerant mentality. In AISL Harrow Haikou, she will lead the team to cultivate the core values of Harrow for the new generation of students through teaching and learning, leadership projects, institutional systems and other activities, namely “Courage, Honour, Humility and Fellowship”, the four core values that students would benefited from throughout their lives, enabling them to have a foundation and strength to go further.

DaNIEL BERRY

Head MASTER

Daniel Berry joined Harrow International School Qianhai Shenzhen in 2023 after many successful years leading schools in the United Kingdom. Before joining Harrow, Berry was Head Master of Kirkham Grammar School, an independent day and boarding school and a member of the Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference (HMC), the professional association of the world’s leading Independent schools. At the same time, he was also a member of the HMC panel on inspection. 

Kevin Qian

Chinese Principal

Kevin Qian holds a master’s degree in Education from Harvard Graduate School of Education specialising in School Leadership. He also received offers from Stanford University and the University of Pennsylvania, both of which are considered among the best institutions for Education. Kevin then served as School Principal of a well-renowned public high school and a top private K12 school in Boston, United States.

In the past decade, Kevin has taken up various leading positions in the international and bilingual education industry, including at a listed Education company, a private international school, and international division operated by a leading public high school in China. He is a professional school executive who has a broad range of experience in the establishment of schools, school management, academic curriculum design and overseas education counselling.

CATHERINE DONNELLY

Head of Lower School

Catherine Donnelly joined Harrow International School, Qianhai Shenzhen in August 2023, after leading international schools in China and the middle East. Most recently, as Vice Principal of a large school in Abu Dhabi. Prior to that, she worked as Head of Primary of a successful British school in Shanghai. After graduating with a BA (Hons) in Primary Education with English, Catherine also holds a Master’s in International Education and concluded a National Professional Qualification of Headteachers. As well as leading schools, she assesses final submissions for various National Professional Qualifications. Catherine is passionate about providing as many opportunities for pupils as possible to ignite curiosity and develop a life-long love for learning through challenge and enjoyment.

Neil Clayton

Headmaster

Mr. Clayton has been in Education for over 19 years. He holds a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Animal Biology from The University of Birmingham and trained as a Science teacher at Loughborough University. He moved to Asia in 2014 and has been working in South East Asia and China mainland as Headmaster. Being a motivated and ambitious professional, Mr. Clayton is committed to raising standards of excellence for all. 

Luna Cao

Chinese Principal

Luna has over 15 years’ experience in education. Prior to joining AISL Harrow Nanning, she was a founding member of a highly regarded international school in Xi’an, leading school operations, brand development, government communications and public relations. 

She obtained her MBA at Hong Kong Polytechnic University and is currently an Ed.D. candidate of Innovative Educational Leadership Program at Concordia University. She has participated in a wide variety of professional learning achieving IB certificates, PTC International Principal Qualification Training, Principal Capacity Training Certificate from Beijing Normal University and University Counselling certification given by Education USA office of American Embassy.

Emily Gallagher

Assistant Headteacher

Emily Gallagher has been appointed as Whole School Assistant Headteacher. Having achieved a Bachelor of Music in 2008, she then went on to complete her PGCE at Manchester Metropolitan, followed by a Master’s in Teaching and Learning in 2013. She is continuing her professional development this year, by working towards her National Professional Qualification in Senior Leadership, with a focus on assessment and mentoring. Alongside this, she and her husband welcomed their first child in June 2020, born in Wuxi, China. 

Following nine years of teaching in the UK, she arrived in China five years ago and has worked in a number of leadership positions, including other founding schools. She believes that despite being a new school, a shared mission, clear communication and high levels of teaching will create a feel of a much older school, of which everyone will be proud of. 

june li

ASSISTANT CHINESE PRINCIPAL

June graduated with a master’s degree in Education from Southwest University and a major in Business Administration and Financial Management from the University of Texas at San Antonio. June has 21 years of front-line teaching and education management experience. Since teaching, she has actively participated in worldwide teaching development exchange conferences and published academic papers in many national academic journals. 

June has extensive experience in global education. Before joining Harrow, she worked in admissions department of Queen’s Univiersity Belfast,UK and performed as a teacher in universities and high schools in the United States, and held senior management positions in outstanding bilingual schools and public high schools in China. June is familiar with the global mainstream education system and teaching methods, and has made great achievements in the planning of further education. Under her guidance, many students have entered the world’s top 50 universities and top professional colleges for further study.

simon mcroberts

Head of Upper School

Simon gained a Bachelor of Arts degree in History with Sociology from the University of Huddersfield in 2003, before completing his PGCE in Secondary History the year later. 
 
He began his teaching career in East London, as a History and Sociology teacher, becoming a Head of History, before joining the Future Leaders programme in 2010. Since then, he has taken on many areas of responsibility, as part of senior leadership teams. While working as Head of School in East London, he also completed his National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) in 2019. 
 
In 2019, he moved with his young family to China as Head of Secondary, working for Nord Anglia Education. Over the last 4 years, he has developed a wealth of international experience, building upon his extensive knowledge and expertise gained leading schools in the UK.  
 
Simon is passionate about getting the best out of those he works with, both staff and students, and forging strong relations with all stakeholders. 
 
Simon, alongside his school role is also a Peer Accreditor for the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) and an NPQH assessor. 

DAVID DEE

Head of Lower School

David Dee graduated in history and philosophy, and gained the PGCE. David has over 30 years of teaching and education management experience, and has obtained the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH)  in the UK. Prior to joining Harrow Nanning, he held positions as principal and senior management in primary schools in the UK, as well as an international school in Beijing, China. David advocates teachers to cultivate students’ interdisciplinary learning and application ability in teaching, and at the same time pay attention to promoting students’ progress through assessment. He hopes to provide students with a motivating, positive feedback and challenging educational experience by giving teachers professional teaching guidance.

Glesni Guest

Head of Harrow Little Lions

Glesni Guest is from Caernarfon, North Wales. This will be her 7th teaching year, having taught both in the UK and internationally. She is extremely passionate about early education, especially enriching young minds through play and mindful experiences. She is dedicated to the social and emotional development of each child and makes it her goal to ensure that each child receives the best care and love that they deserve. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, reading, and training for triathlons.

MAX CARUSO

headmaster

Dr. Max Caruso holds a Doctor of Education degree with a focus on leadership development and agency. As a senior executive with over 30 years of experience in education, Dr. Caruso has held senior positions in various schools across Austral-Asia. His diverse journeys through Australia, Dubai and China have strengthened his understanding of educational dynamics in Asian countries and, in particular, for Chinese families.  His experience has embedded an educational values system that is underpinned by integrity, excellence, unconditional respect, equity and service—values which closely match those of Harrow.

In 2013, Dr. Caruso was awarded the Leadership for Learning Award by Australian Council of Educational Leaders in recognition of his leadership in schools, and in 2020, he was recognized as one of the most influential educators in the UAE. He aims to make a difference for all students in his care, through servant and authentic leadership and to create a learning community that places students at the heart of all thinking, recognizing and nurturing their unique geniuses, gifts, and talents.

ELISE LI

CHINESE PRINCIPAL

Ms. Li graduated from the University of Sunderland with a master’s degree in International Education and holds a Chinese English Teaching Certificate and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). With more than 10 years’ experience of teaching and management in international and bilingual schools, she has led the establishment of a bilingual secondary school and a Sixth-form center as a founding member. Before taking up the position of Chinese Principal at AISL Harrow Zhuhai, she was Assistant Principal at a bilingual school in a highly regarded education group in Shanghai. She considers herself privileged to have worked in an IBDP school, an A-level school and bilingual schools in and outside Shanghai, gaining understanding, knowledge and appreciation from both international education and Chinese education in the context of ongoing transformation in private schools in China.

Ms. Li will be overseeing the development of bilingual education, teaching and learning, and community relations. She is very proud to be a member of the Harrow family and is committed to embedding the world-class Harrow education and its legacy of education excellence in the academically rigorous Chinese education. She is looking forward to building a vibrant learning community together with a passionate team of educators in Harrow Zhuhai to provide premium bilingual bicultural learning experiences for students and families in the Greater Bay Area.   

KIRSTY LOWERY

DEPUTY HEAD

A graduate of the University of Salford, Kirsty holds a PGCE from Nottingham University. With great enthusiasm for teaching and pastoral care, Kirsty has held senior positions in schools in the UK and in many renowned international schools across Asia, recently at Harrow Hong Kong.  She has led the Boarding Team at AISL Harrow Hong Kong for many years and has over 12 years of boarding management experience in boarding schools in Asia and in the UK. She is familiar with the pastoral care system and the key principle of holistic education in British schools.

Kirsty’s teaching career spans over 27 years in which she has developed strong dedication and commitment, as an educational leader, helping students of all abilities achieve their full potential. She seeks to make a positive contribution to the learning experience of young people enabling them to take their place as good moral citizens in a 21st century society.

raja ali

head of upper school

Raja is a highly disciplined British educator with extensive experience in international education. He has over 25 years of teaching experience and over 20 years of school management experience. During his extensive career in education, he has taught in the UK, the UAE and India, and has held positions as principal, director, school inspector, and school management consultant for leading international education groups. In 2018, Raja moved from the UK to Tianjin, China to take up the role of Second Master (Deputy Principal) at a leading international school in Tianjin and oversaw the implementation of the secondary school curriculum and quality control, pastoral care, as well as student leadership development.

Following careful assessment and selection by AISL, Raja has been appointed as Head of Upper School, Harrow Hengqin and his term of office begins in the 2023-2024 academic year.

jack benstead

head of lower school

Jack is a Primary Education specialist, graduating from Bishop Grosseteste University, Lincoln, UK. He is a founding member of the Harrow Zhuhai community and is especially committed to the holistic development of our Lower School students. He has taught across the primary school phase, both in China and the UK, and has extensive experience within school leadership and development.

Jack’s philosophy of education is based upon enabling success for all, utilizing innovative and engaging teaching and learning strategies to ensure that children are motivated to learn whilst building confidence in bilingual language acquisition. Pupil wellbeing and pastoral care is of paramount importance to Jack, and he believes that a happy young learner leads to a successful life-long learner. He aims to cultivate young leaders who are resilient, independent and aspirational to ensure that they experience educational excellence and are ready for the challenges of an ever-evolving world.

NIKKI STREET

FOREIGN PRINCIPAL OF HARROW LITTLE LIONS

After graduating from the University of Exeter with a BA in International Relations and French, Nikki went on to gain Qualified Teacher Status through Reading University. She has a true passion for early years education focusing on the development of the whole child alongside building strong relationships with families.

Nikki joins us from well-established bilingual early years setting in Shanghai, where she has worked in multiple roles over the past 6 years. During her time there, she was instrumental in establishing and maintaining a bilingual teaching model which not only promoted and supported early language acquisition in Chinese and English but also wellbeing and holistic development.

Creating learning environments where children feel safe, happy, and cared for is something Nikki views to be one of the most important aspects of early years education; high levels of well-being enable children to reach their full potential and develop skills and personal attributes that will continue to develop as they grow.

Establishing a culture of trust and mutual respect between all involved in the Little Lions Zhuhai community is equally important to Nikki. By fostering open and honest lines of communication and ensuring effective collaboration, we can support our students on their journey to becoming confident, curious, and inspired learners.

LINDA SUN YAHUI

Chinese Principal of Harrow Little Lions

The principal is a holder of a double master’s degree: Business Administration from Peking University and Education from Simon Fraser University. She has dedicated herself to international education management for more than 18 years.

She not only has a profound understanding of Chinese and Western preschool education systems but also learns extensively from the latest trends in the industry. She has rich working experiences in teaching management and school operations. And she has closely worked with many other preschool education experts from overseas. For parents of young kids across the age spectrum, they all find her a valuable seasoned expert to talk to for effective and feasible parenting strategies for solving challenges and problems encountered by their children in preschool.

Linda is a firm believer and an advocator of Harrow’s Holistic Education approach. And she is also a trusted expert and practitioner of developing children’s full potential for happiness and successes in their lives.

STEPHEN TONG

Acting HEAD MASTER

Stephen Tong joined Harrow Appi in August 2023 as Acting Head Master. Stephen has been part of the Harrow family for many years with his most recent position as Acting Head Master of Harrow Shenzhen Qianhai. With an impressive thirty-two years of teaching experience in six different schools in the United Kingdom, Stephen brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our community. Throughout his career, he has held diverse curricular and pastoral roles, accumulating over twenty years as a senior leader.

Prior to his journey to China, Stephen served as the Headteacher of a large secondary school in the far Southwest of England for twelve years. He holds a degree in History from the esteemed University of Durham, showcasing his dedication to academic excellence.

Stephen’s invaluable contributions at Harrow Shenzhen have left a lasting mark on the school’s development. With his exceptional leadership, he has built highly effective teams and spearheaded remarkable academic improvements. Now, as he joins Harrow Appi, Stephen’s unwavering commitment extends beyond our school to embrace the entire Harrow family. In collaboration with Founding Head Master Mick Farley, he will embark on a meticulous handover process, ensuring seamless continuity and continued progress. Together, they will shape a bright future for Harrow Appi and its students.

NICOLA BARTRAM

Assistant Head: Boarding and Pastoral

Nicola Bartram read Natural Sciences at the University of Durham before completing her teaching qualification and doing a further Masters qualification in Inclusive Education. The pastoral and wellbeing care of children is her life passion and she isIully committed to ensuring that our students develop as well-rounded global citizens, who are cared for physically, socially, and mentally.

Nicola has worked at many different schools in the UK and Internationally in a variety of in classroom and pastoral roles, starting her career as a Science teacher and a Head of Applied Science, before moving into a range of different pastoral roles from Head of House to Director of Inclusion. The mountain school experience is a far cry from her last appointment in the big city of Ho Chi Minh, but the rich natural resources we have available to us here in Appi is the perfect environment for the holistic education that Harrow can provide and is the ideal environment to develop our young people in all aspects of their growth; whether it be academically, socially, or in leadership and service.

DAVID FITZGERALD

Assistant Head: Enrichment

David heads up Harrow Appi’s Enrichment Programme (Leadership and Service Curriculum). He’s particularly suited to this role having been Director of Summer School at Aiglon College in Switzerland for a number of years. He brings a wealth of boarding experience, having set up the boarding provision as the Head of Boarding at the International School of Milan. David  gained a PGCE in Physical Education at Cardiff University and an MA in Education at the University of Bath.

AMY LIVERSIDGE

Director of Studies

Amy brings a wealth of experience as our Head of Science. She studied at the University of Portsmouth, completing a BSc in Marine Biology and a PGCE in Science. Due to her commitment to lifelong learning, she later took a Postgraduate Certificate in Chemistry at the University of Sussex. Her teaching career started in the UK before moving to Malaysia as Head of Science, then Le Rosey School in Switzerland, also as Head of Science, before joining her current school, UWCSEA Singapore, again as Head of Science.

Dr John Tan

Founding School Head
Dr John Tan has over 30 years of experience in leading quality education in Hong Kong. He has held headmaster positions in several schools in Hong Kong including traditional elite schools such as Wah Yan College Kowloon and Pun U Association Wah Yan Primary School. Dr Tan joined the Hong Kong Education Bureau (HKEDB) in the late 2000s as Chief Curriculum Development Officer responsible for the launching of the compulsory HKDSE subject of Liberal Studies. He has been the Chairman of the CDC Committee on Liberal Studies, Honorary Associate Professor of the Faculty of Education in the University of Hong Kong and has sat in the Hong Kong Examination and Assessment Authority’s Advisory Committee on Public Examinations (including HKDSE) and HKEDB’s Advisory Committee on Gifted Education. Dr Tan is now Chairman of the Hong Kong Principals’ Institute.
中学部代理校长

Kathryn Gavin于 2021 年 8 月作为中学部高级领导团队中最资深的成员顺理成章地加入了学校行政领导团队。Kathryn毕业于埃克塞特大学,获得地理学荣誉学士学位之后,她转入圣卢克斯教育学院攻读 PGCE课程。她在约翰里昂学校(哈罗系学校成员之一)开启教学生涯,先后移居马来西亚、泰国、巴林和中国。Kathryn 于2008 年来到曼谷,今年已经是她在哈罗曼谷执教的第十四个年头。从教师、中层领导再到高层领导,一路走来,Kathryn积累了扎实的经验以及对哈罗曼谷及其社区的深刻了解。她致力于确保为每个学生提供世界一流且具有挑战性的学习机会,使他们在学业和个人发展方面都能茁壮成长。此外,Kathryn 十分重视通过哈罗曼谷的领导力和服务项目推动学生的技能和品格发展,她也是社区外展项目的热心支持者。 

Nigel Schofield

Deputy Head

Prior to joining Harrow Hong Kong Children School Shenzhen Qianhai, Nigel Schofield joined AISL Harrow Shenzhen as Head of Upper School in April 2021 with multifaceted experience in leading and managing staff. Nigel firmly believes that the greatest asset of any school is its students, supported by passionate, scholarly staff, and brings to AISL Harrow Schools his expertise in delivering a collaborative, rich and holistic learning experience.

Having taught on 3 continents, he has held leadership positions in schools for over 20 years, internationally since 2011 within senior leadership. Nigel holds a BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance, and a PGCE in Mathematics from the University of Nottingham. He completed the UK National Professional Qualification for Headship in 2008 and his Masters degree in Education Leadership in 2015.

Calvin Kwan

Deputy Head, WHOLE SCHOOL ACADEMICS

“It is my greatest pleasure to join the family of Harrow as the Deputy Head (Academic). I am confident that the Hong Kong curriculum implemented under the Harrow school values will nurture students to be high achievers who can reach their full potential with their character strengths through collaborating with people.”

Mr Kwan held more than 20 years of managerial roles in academic and pastoral care and taught students with diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

He used to work for the Education Bureau, promoting curriculum development and involving different sectors of the community in developing quality learning and teaching resources. He also organised various training programmes for front-line teachers.

中学部代理校长

Kathryn Gavin于 2021 年 8 月作为中学部高级领导团队中最资深的成员顺理成章地加入了学校行政领导团队。Kathryn毕业于埃克塞特大学,获得地理学荣誉学士学位之后,她转入圣卢克斯教育学院攻读 PGCE课程。她在约翰里昂学校(哈罗系学校成员之一)开启教学生涯,先后移居马来西亚、泰国、巴林和中国。Kathryn 于2008 年来到曼谷,今年已经是她在哈罗曼谷执教的第十四个年头。从教师、中层领导再到高层领导,一路走来,Kathryn积累了扎实的经验以及对哈罗曼谷及其社区的深刻了解。她致力于确保为每个学生提供世界一流且具有挑战性的学习机会,使他们在学业和个人发展方面都能茁壮成长。此外,Kathryn 十分重视通过哈罗曼谷的领导力和服务项目推动学生的技能和品格发展,她也是社区外展项目的热心支持者。 

Dana IU

Deputy Head, Kindergarten

“I am both honored and delighted to be part of the Harrow Hong Kong Children School as Deputy Head for Kindergarten. I am very excited about the prospects that the integration of the AISL Harrow Little Lions Curriculum and elements of the Hong Kong Kindergarten Curriculum will bring, and how this high-quality trilingual program will benefit the children in our community.”

Ms Iu earned her postgraduate degree in early childhood education from the University of Hong Kong, where she also pursued her Master of Education in Education Leadership.

Ms Iu has been in the field of early childhood education for almost 20 years. In the span of her career as an educator, she has been a homeroom teacher, music teacher, physical education teacher, teacher trainer, workshop facilitator, PYP coordinator and kindergarten vice principal.

She has extensive knowledge and experience of different curricula, which include the Hong Kong Kindergarten Curriculum, Early Years Foundation Stage, IBPYP and the Chinese National Curriculum.

小学部校长

Paul毕业于布鲁内尔大学,获得数学和统计学一等学位荣誉。在担任了数年精算师和一家大型石油公司的商业顾问(专注于管理解决方案)之后,Paul 于 1999 年进入教育行业。他在英国初任校长职务时,监督学校提高教育质量,成为英国教育标准局(OfSTED)评定的 “优秀”学校。 之后,他在新加坡的Nexus 国际学校担任了八年小学校长。Paul 曾接受英国教育标准局培训,并代表国际学校委员会开展学校评估工作。作为一位经验丰富的学校领导,Paul热衷于打造能够助力年轻学生在这个日新月异的世界中成为杰出领导者的教育。Paul Beach 于 2021 年 8 月加入哈罗曼谷。  

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No.6,Xintan Road,Yongning District,Nanning,Guangxi,China,530029

HARROW SHANGHAI

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Email:  admissions@harrowshanghai.cn

Telephone: +86 21 6881 8282 ext 210/212

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Admissions Department
Harrow International Shanghai
No. 588 Gaoxi Road, Pudong, Shanghai, China 200137

HARROW SHENZHEN

Harrow International School Shenzhen

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Email:  admissions@harrowshenzhen.cn

Address: Harrow International School Shenzhen, Tinghai Road, No.3 QianWan Road, NanShan District, Shenzhen City, China, 518054

Harrow Hong Kong Children School, Shenzhen Qianhai

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Email:  admissions@harrowhkcsshenzhen.cn

Address: 3rd Qianwan Road, Qianhai Cooperation Zone, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, 518054

HARROW ZHUHAI

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Email:  info@harrowzhuhai.cn

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Harrow LiDe School Campus
Yiwen 2nd Avenue, Hengqin New District, Zhuhai, China, 519000

Harrow Little Lions Early Years Centre Campus
No.44, Bailian Road, Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai, China, 519000

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