Our students deserve the best, which is why we recruit the finest British and international teachers from across the globe. All our teachers are carefully chosen; they’re experts in their field and hold globally recognised qualifications.
In our dynamic, technology-enriched environment, BIS staff build strong connections with each student. They deliver academic excellence and create tailored learning opportunities – both in and beyond the classroom – that will inspire your child to imagine a world of possibilities.
Our teachers embrace the transformational power of education technology (EdTech) to help our students expand their minds and skills – and become digital natives. This includes our dedicated educational technology coach, who works closely with subject specialists to bring learning to life in thrilling ways.
In our world-class science and ICT suites, STEAM Maker Space, and classrooms, teachers use top-of-the-range technology – including iPads, robotics, and 3D printers – to stimulate collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. And on the Global Campus platform, your child will take on challenges alongside more than 70,000 children worldwide.
Richard graduated from Westminster College in Oxford, UK, with a Bachelor’s in Education (Hons). He was later awarded a National Professional Qualification for Headship from the National College of Leadership UK.
Richard has held various teaching and leadership roles in schools across the world. After starting his career in the UK, where he was Head of two UK primary schools, Richard moved to Vietnam, becoming Head of An Phu Primary Campus at the British International School in Ho Chi Minh City. He was appointed Principal of the Britannica International School in Budapest, before returning to Asia in August 2017 as Principal of Northbridge International School, Cambodia. Richard joined us here at BIS Hanoi in 2021.
An enthusiastic, reflective learner, Richard enjoys leading, supporting, and working closely with our exceptionally talented team of teachers. He’s passionate about the role education can play in transforming the hearts and minds of individuals and the wider community.
In his spare time, Richard likes to run, play tennis, travel, and listen to music. He’s also an active member of the local church. Richard’s wife, Alison, is a qualified educator, and they have two adult children, Harriet, a recent university graduate, and Tom, who graduated from Northbridge in 2021.
After qualifying in 1999, Rebecca taught in the UK before moving to the United Arab Emirates, where she worked for five years. She subsequently joined the British International School Bratislava (BISB), also a Nord Anglia School, where she was part of the primary and senior leadership team.
While at BISB, Rebecca successfully completed the Nord Anglia Senior Leadership Programme. She’s also a tutor for the Middle Leaders Programme. Rebecca is passionate about learning and enjoys developing both her own and her team’s knowledge in leadership and education.
Rebecca moved to Hanoi with her husband and two young children. Outside of school, she likes spending time with her family, travelling, and running. She also enjoys playing the piano.
Chris grew up in Melbourne, Australia. His first teaching role was at Caulfield Grammar School’s experiential learning campus in Nanjing, China. He subsequently completed a Bachelor’s of Commerce at the University of Melbourne, majoring in management and strategy, before taking an HR leadership role at ANZ Bank.
Chris’s heart has always been in teaching, though, and he returned to the University of Melbourne to complete a Master’s of Teaching (Secondary) and a Master’s of Educational Management.
Chris has held a variety of teaching and leadership roles at schools in Australia and overseas, including tenures as Head of House, Boarding House Master, and Head of Faculty. In 2015, Chris was appointed Deputy Head of Senior School at Dulwich College, Beijing.
Chris is passionate about providing a truly well-rounded education, where academic excellence is balanced with outstanding co-curricular opportunities. He believes this inspires young people to make a difference, set an example for others, and serve the community.
Chris lives in Vietnam with his wife, who is also a teacher, and his young son. In his spare time, he loves travelling, playing sports, reading, and getting involved in the community.
Lan has worked for more than 17 years in accounting and finance, including General Accountant, Chief Accountant, and Finance Manager roles in Vietnam and overseas.
In 2012, Lan joined BIS Hanoi from MWH Global, an international consulting, engineering, and construction company. She was promoted from Chief Accountant to Business Director in July 2017.
Outside of school, Lan loves yoga, practicing regularly to strengthen the body and calm the mind. She also enjoys spending time with her children, cooking, travelling, and reading books.
Originally from Barcelona, Vanessa graduated with a Master’s in Business Engineering from l'Universite Catholique de Louvain-La-Neuve in Belgium before working for an American consultancy firm while pursuing a Master’s in International Management.
Working in a diverse range of industries – including banking, logistics, and utilities – Vanessa managed complex projects, coaching and training staff at high profile companies including ABN AMRO Bank, DHL and APM Terminals. After discovering a passion for marketing and communications, Vanessa moved into education, joining BIS Hanoi in 2022.
Vanessa has lived and worked across three continents, and is fluent in Spanish, English, French and Italian, as well as having a good knowledge of Dutch. She has also spent more than 10 years in Korea. A proud parent of four children (three of whom attend BIS Hanoi), she knows how important it is to make parents feel welcome and part of a thriving community.
With over 10 years of experience in educational leadership, Stephanie is committed into a whole-school approach to the development of skills for students to thrive in a 21st-century context. Through her work on mindset and metacognition in her early career she has embedded this into her classroom practice and leadership approach to ensure that students, teachers and parents understand the importance of and are committed to preparing students beyond the curriculum, and providing them with opportunities to develop skills in order to flourish in an ever-changing future.
Stephanie is firmly committed to growing others, and is always seeking new opportunities to grow students and teachers. Leading by example she makes sure to be up to date with the latest developments in educational and leadership practice. Stephanie is an avid reader, enjoys listening to podcasts related to education, and is currently completing an MA in Education with Keele University, UK.
Outside of school, Stephanie is a keen traveller, cyclist, sportswoman and is currently developing her ceramics skills to bring back into her teaching.
Born in France, Laurence has studied in Spain, the UK, USA, and Taiwan. She graduated with a Master’s in International Trade before completing her PGCE at Sunderland University in England.
After spending 15 years in Thailand – where she held various teaching and leadership roles – Laurence was appointed Assistant Principal at GIS Eastern Seaboard.
Laurence is a firm believer in providing opportunities for every student to fulfil their potential. A lifelong learner, she is passionate about the latest educational, leadership, and learning techniques, and is currently completing the Certificate of School Management and Leadership at Harvard.
Outside of school, Laurence enjoys discovering new places, trying new food, and practicing yoga.
After graduating from the University of Southampton, Rob worked as a PE teacher, Head of PE, and Director of Sport in a variety of schools in England.
In 2010, Rob joined the British International School of Washington as Head of PE, before being appointed Director of Sport. Six years later, Rob assumed the role of Assistant Head of Upper Secondary, with a focus on student wellbeing. He was also responsible for exploring and implementing a wide range of learning experiences for students.
Rob enjoys keeping fit and taking part in almost every sport, and – in his younger days – played semi-professional football for Havant and Waterlooville FC in England. A proud parent of two boys, Rob and his family enjoy traveling and experiencing different cultures. He is a firm believer that ‘traveling broadens the mind’.
Gemma is a passionate teacher and subject specialist who has a wealth of experience leading geography departments, as well as coordinating teaching across curriculum phases, in international schools.
An enthusiastic and lifelong learner, Gemma is currently working towards an MSc in Systems Thinking in Practice. She has a keen interest in implementing evidence-informed strategies that help our students to be independent and effective learners. She also promotes the importance of enquiry-based learning and reflecting on setbacks.
To support her wellbeing, Gemma loves exploring the natural world, making the most of every opportunity to travel and hike. She also enjoys yoga, reading, and singing.
Holly trained in the UK, graduating with a degree in Primary Education from Brighton University.
Holly then taught for eight years in London, as a Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 classroom teacher and a Maths Coordinator. On a recent trip to Vietnam, Holly spent five months teaching English as a foreign language in Hanoi.
Our teachers are among the very best in the world. We offer them world-class opportunities to learn and grow, ensuring they’re at the leading-edge of global educational practice.
On the award-winning Nord Anglia University learning platform, our teachers study for further qualifications, including a Master’s in International Education with King’s College London. They also complete hundreds of courses – like our bespoke Multilingual Learning programme – each year. Our specialist subject teachers benefit from expert training with Apple, MIT, and The Juilliard School, too.
In school, our teachers take part in continual professional development sessions twice a week. They also actively research themes, methodologies, and techniques in line with our Statements of Excellence.
At BIS Hanoi, we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our teaching standards are second to none and we’re proud to be fully accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and International Association for College Admission Counselling.
As a centre of excellence for Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and a designated International Baccalaureate World School, our teachers benefit from exclusive training, resources, and support from world-leading organisations. We regularly assess our teachers against local and national benchmarks, too, as well as Nord Anglia’s stringent Quality Assurance framework.
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