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Our abundantly qualified teachers deliver an outstanding British education that nurtures the thinkers, innovators, and leaders of tomorrow.
ABOUT OUR TEACHERS

COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION

Our world-class educators know what it takes to inspire excellence. Experts in their age group phase or subject specialism, they’ll ensure your child receives the inspiration and personalised support they need to excel.


With significant experience in British international schools, our teaching team brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to our classrooms. All our teachers possess high-level qualifications recognised by the UK Department for Education, too. Committed to innovation, they encourage our students to think critically and creatively, and to seek solutions to the most complex of challenges.


Our teachers will also nurture your child’s wellbeing and personal growth. They’ll do this in a high-performing yet inclusive environment that’s underpinned by our five core values and enriched by diversity.

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  • LOWER PHASE
  • JUNIOR PHASE
  • MIDDLE PHASE
  • HIGHER PHASE

MEET OUR Leadership TEAMs

Our leadership teams live and breathe our ethos of excellence, opportunity, and innovation. This creates a dynamic learning community where everybody thrives.
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Kirsty Chrysler
Head Teacher
Originally from Manchester, Kirsty brings over 30 years of experience in UK primary education across both teaching and leadership. A graduate of the University of Leicester with a BEd (Hons), she most recently served as a Head Teacher in the UK, leading her school to a successful inspection outcome of Good with Outstanding features. Passionate about early education, Kirsty focuses on teaching and learning in the Early Years and Key Stage 1. As our Lower Phase Head Teacher, she is committed to ensuring children develop the strongest foundations for lifelong learning during these early stages.
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Samantha Mellor
Assistant Head Teacher (Academic)
With over 25 years of experience, Samantha has taught in international schools, UK mainstream education up to Year 6, specialist provisions, and early years. She holds a BA (Hons) and the NPQH, and has served as a UK Head Teacher, leading her school community and driving whole-school improvement. Passionate about inclusive, language-rich learning, she is committed to inspiring curiosity, building confidence, and equipping children with the skills to thrive in school and beyond.
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Sarah Wells
Assistant Head Teacher (Pastoral)
Sarah holds a BA (Hons) in Primary Education and has several years of experience teaching Reception and Year 1. She went on to lead the Early Years team as Head of Reception before taking on her current role as Assistant Head Pastoral, where she oversees the wellbeing and care of children in the Lower Phase. She is passionate about creating a nurturing, supportive environment that enables every child to thrive.
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Natalie Tonks
Head of Reception
Natalie graduated with a degree in Primary Education from the University of Wales, subsequently embarking on a teaching career in the UK, where she taught across all primary age groups from Reception to Year 5 in both private and public schools. Natalie joined BSK in 2021 as a Year 1 teacher for two years and has more recently taught in Reception for two years before being appointed Head of Reception.
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Rebecca Gallacher
Head of Year 1
After gaining a degree in Primary Education from the University of Wales, Rebecca began her career in the UK, where she taught for five years across different Primary age groups. Rebecca joined BSK as a Year 1 teacher in 2018 and is now our Head of Year 1.
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Jack Saunders
Head of Year 2
Jack graduated from the University of Sunderland with a degree in Primary Education with QTS. Jack began his teaching in BSK as a Year 1 teacher in 2017. Jack taught in Year 1 for three years before joining Year 3 for 2 years. He then moved to Year 2 for two years and was then appointed as Head of Year 2.

MEET OUR Leadership TEAMs

Our leadership teams live and breathe our ethos of excellence, opportunity, and innovation. This creates a dynamic learning community where everybody thrives.
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Natasha Zikic
Head Teacher
Natasha began her teaching career in London before moving to Kuwait and joining BSK in 2009. Initially a Year 3 teacher, Natasha has since held Assistant Subject Component Coordinator of Art, Head of Year 5, Head of Year 3, and Assistant Head Teacher for Performance Management and Continuing Professional Development roles. Natasha has a BA (Hons) degree in Primary Education from St Mary’s University in the UK.
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Florence Oyebanji
Assistant Head Teacher (Academic)
Florence graduated with a BA (Hons) in Primary Education from the University of Greenwich. She taught in London for six years, where she was Phase Leader of Lower KS2 and Maths Lead, before joining BSK in 2024 as a Year 3 teacher. She has since been appointed Assistant Head Teacher (Academic). With a strong passion for Maths and curriculum development, Florence is committed to ensuring every child enjoys a fun, engaging school experience while achieving high standards in their learning and development.
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James Vickery
Assistant Head Teacher (Pastoral)
James is a graduate of Trinity College Carmarthen, where he earned a BA Hons Degree in Primary Education. He joined BSK in 2013 and has since enjoyed many years teaching Year 3 and Year 4. James also served as Head of Year 5 for several years before taking on the role of Assistant Headteacher (Pastoral), where he holds responsibility for student welfare and wellbeing.
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Callum Whalley
Head of Year 3
Callum graduated from Cardiff University with a BA (Hons) degree in Sport, Physical Education, and Health Sciences before successfully completing a PGCE in Primary Education at the University of the West of England. Callum has taught across all primary year groups in the UK. He’s also passionate about health and wellbeing, and spent time as our PSHE lead before being appointed Head of Year 3.
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Grace Hyde
Head of Year 4
Grace graduated from Edge Hill University with a degree in Primary Education and began her career in the UK, teaching both Year 6 and Year 1. She later moved to Kuwait to teach Year 5 at BSK, where she also served as PSHE Lead for the Junior Phase. She is now Head of Year 4.
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Josh Evans
Head of Year 5
Josh graduated from the University of Chester with a BA (Hons) in Primary Education. Since joining BSK in 2019, he has taught across both Year 4 and Year 5. He served as Primary Technology Coordinator for four years and as Junior Phase Maths Lead, before taking on his current role as Head of Year 5.

MEET OUR Leadership TEAMs

Our leadership teams live and breathe our ethos of excellence, opportunity, and innovation. This creates a dynamic learning community where everybody thrives.
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Sophie Gore
Head Teacher
Sophie graduated from the University of Manchester with a degree in Physics before completing a Secondary PGCE in Physics and Mathematics. After joining our Middle Phase teaching team, Sophie took on the role of Subject Component Coordinator of Mathematics. She was then appointed Assistant Head Teacher (Academic) and is now our Middle Phase Head Teacher.
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Adam Forrest
Assistant Head Teacher (Academic)
Adam graduated from the University of Sussex with a degree in Biology and a masters in Ecology. He then went on to complete a PGCE in Science. Adam joined our Middle Phase teaching team before taking the role of Subject Coordinator of Science. He is now our Assistant Head Teacher (Academic).
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Sophie Ali
Assistant Head Teacher (Pastoral)
Having completed her Secondary PGCE at the University of Bath, Sophie moved to Kuwait, joining BSK’s English teaching team. Sophie held the role of Assistant Subject Component Coordinator of English for two years before moving overseas for a year. On her return to BSK, Sophie taught English before being appointed Assistant Head Teacher (Pastoral) of our Middle Phase. Sophie also has a degree in English Literature from De Montfort University.
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Ema-Jayne Jones
Assistant Middle Phase Coordinator
Ema-Jayne holds a degree in Drama and Theatre Studies from Cardiff University. She joined BSK in 2018, initially teaching Secondary Drama, and served as Year Lead for the Higher Phase. She has now joined the Middle Phase team as Assistant Phase Coordinator.

MEET OUR Leadership TEAMs

Our leadership teams live and breathe our ethos of excellence, opportunity, and innovation. This creates a dynamic learning community where everybody thrives.
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Jane Warne
Head Teacher
Jane studied Marine Biology at Anglia Ruskin University and completed an MSc in Climate Change at the University of East Anglia. She began as a Biology teacher and A-Level specialist, later leading the IB and moving into senior leadership roles in the UK and Jeddah.
She holds an MA in Education Leadership and Management (2023), the NPQH (2024), and is working toward the NPQSENCo qualification. Passionate about inclusive, evidence-informed education, Jane joins our school as Head Teacher, committed to strong teaching, professional growth, and a supportive culture where students and staff thrive.
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Dan Charlton
Assistant Head Teacher (Academic)
Daniel holds a BSc in Physics with Astrophysics from the University of Leeds and a PGCE in Science from the University of Manchester. He is currently studying for an MA in International Education at King’s College London. Since joining BSK, Daniel has served as Examinations Officer, then as Subject Coordinator for Physics and now as Assistant Head Teacher (Academic).
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Stephen Peacock
Assistant Head Teacher (Pastoral)
Stephen began his teaching career in England, where he worked for 13 years. In this time, Stephen gained a wealth of leadership experience as a Head of Year and Head of Mathematics. He also spent 18 months working at the National Centre for Teaching Excellence. Stephen moved to Kuwait in 2014, joining BSK as a maths teacher. He has since held the roles of Student Performance Coordinator, Night School Coordinator, Subject Coordinator of Higher Phase Mathematics, and Assistant Head of Sixth Form. Stephen has a degree in Mathematics from the University of Hull.
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Kenny Price
Assistant Head Teacher, Sixth Form
After gaining a PGCE in Business Studies and Economics, Kenny taught in a UK grammar school for five years before moving to Kuwait in 2018. Kenny joined us as a Business Studies and Economics teacher, while also assuming EPQ Coordinator and Assistant Examinations Officer roles. Kenny has a degree in International Politics and Economics from the University of Aberystwyth, Wales.
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Sophie Rees
Assistant Phase Coordinator
Sophie started her teaching career in design and technology, working in the UK before moving to Kuwait in 2017. Since joining BSK, Sophie has held both teaching and leadership roles, including as Subject Component Coordinator for Design Technology and STEAM Lead. Sophie has a degree in Surface Pattern Design for Industry from the University of Wales and a Secondary PGCE in Design and Technology.
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TEACHER-LED TECHNOLOGY

AT THE FOREFRONT OF TEACHING INNOVATION

Our teachers harness the transformative power of technology to create exhilarating learning experiences for our students. Under their expert guidance, your child will engineer robots, model data, build websites, and learn how to communicate safely and effectively online.

Renowned for being technological trailblazers, we embed tech-driven experiences across the curriculum. In our state-of-the-art STEAM maker space and design and technology labs, for example, teachers use the latest software, 3D modelling tools, and laptops and iPads to immerse our students in hands-on, experiential learning.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

HELPING OUR TEACHERS GROW

At BSK, everyone benefits from our commitment to excellence. This includes our world-class educators, who enjoy many opportunities to stretch and grow, connect with experts across the region, and discover the latest technologies, techniques, and research.


Collaborations with leading UK universities provide outstanding development experiences, while innovative training – including a bespoke AI workshop and wellbeing courses – keep our teachers at the vanguard of educational best practice. Access to the award-winning Nord Anglia University platform, meanwhile, unlocks sector-leading training, resources, and qualifications.

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QUALITY ASSURANCE

SETTING THE STANDARD

At BSK, we set the highest standards. The quality of our teachers is felt in our classrooms – and evidenced by our students’ progress and results.


Teaching excellence starts with a comprehensive recruitment process. Every single one of our teachers is carefully chosen, based not only on their impressive qualifications and extensive experience, but also their principles and values. We also handpick and develop the most promising educators through our ground-breaking Early Career Teacher (ECT) scheme.


Regular academic checks, lesson monitoring, staff appraisals, and ‘learning walks’ ensure our students are always engaged, motivated, and inspired to excel. 

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WORKING AT BSK

JOIN A COMMUNITY COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE

BSK is home to an exceptional teaching team. They ensure our school remains at the forefront of educational excellence in Kuwait, and that we deliver a world-class British curriculum, exciting global experiences, and truly innovative instruction.

Working here, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse community that’s supportive, fun, and hard-working. You’ll also benefit from cutting-edge training and career development opportunities, ensuring you fulfil your personal and professional goals.

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