Our London Staff

James, School Director

Hi, I'm James and I'm the School Director at British Study Centres London. I've worked in the English language industry since 2001 as a teacher, as an administration manager and now as School Director.

I have taught in numerous schools and colleges in the UK and have taught in English schools in South Africa and Italy.

I have lots of responsibilities in my job but the most important one is to ensure all the students that come to London have the best possible experience.

When I'm not at work, you can usually find me playing and watching sports. I play cricket and football every week and also enjoy a game of rugby when my body can take it! I also like playing the guitar and travelling when I can. I hope to see you soon in London!

Matthew, Head of Student Services

Hi, I'm Matt and I'm the Head of Student Services. I'm originally from New Zealand and have worked as an English Teacher in Japan for 5 years and as an International Student Support Officer at a University in New Zealand for 2 years. I moved to London in 2008 and I love living in this wonderful city.

I'm responsible for making sure you get all the help you need to ensure your studies here at BSC London are a great experience.

I play bass in a couple of bands and also enjoy playing guitar. I like all sports, but especially football. I also like visiting all the amazing museums and cultural places in London.

I look forward to seeing you in London soon. Please make sure you say hello!

Lucy, Student Services Officer

My name is Lucy. I relocated from Zambia and have been working at British Study Centres for a year now and I can honestly say that I have loved every minute of it as I get to travel without moving simply because I meet different people from all over the world every Monday of the year.

I get the pleasure of making your stay at our school fun and memorable. You can come and talk to me if you need help to book tickets to the theatre, a European city destination for the weekend perhaps and if we get really lucky maybe a football match. I organise daily and weekly excursions in and around London so you can get to know your fellow students and the staff a little better while exploring vibrant London.

I am very passionate about History, Music, Film, Food, Cocktails, Culture and making people smile!!

What am I? I am the Social Organiser and I look forward to having a good time with you here at our school, British Study Centres!!

Paul, Facilities Manager

Hi, my name is Paul and I am the Assistant Head of Student Services. I've recently joined British Study Centres in London, after previously working in retail for the past 19 years. My role involves processing bookings, internships and to help insure every student has a fantastic experience while studying at British Study Centres by helping you with any problems you may face. The great part about my role, is having the opportunity to meet new people of all ages from across the globe.

My interest when not at work include playing squash, watching sports, Formula 1, and of course my beloved football team Crystal Palace FC.

I look forward to meeting you soon here in London!

Adam, Accommodation Officer

Hi, my name is Adam and I have recently joined the school as an Accommodation Officer. My role is to find students a lovely family to stay with while they study in London. Our families are welcoming and enjoy hosting students from all over the world providing you with a great experience! If you have any questions about staying with a family or would like help finding some accommodation then come and have a chat with me.

Everyone is very nice and friendly at the school and there is a great mix of students that makes it an energetic place to work. London is a great place to live as there is so much to do all the time but I love to travel and working here allows me to meet new nationalities.

When not at work you can normally find me involved in a game of football or cricket, enjoying a film or gig, generally socialising or absorbing the culture around town.

I am sure that you will have a fantastic time at British Study Centres and I look forward to meeting you soon!

Andy, Academic Director

Hi, I'm Andy, and I'm the Academic Director. It's my job to make sure that you are in the right class, and that you get as much as you can from your course.

I have been teaching for 27 years, and I have taught English in London and in Turkey, where I lived for over twenty years. I have also spent time working in Uzbekistan.

I was born in London and I grew up here. It is a wonderful city to live in, and I love to spend time walking around my favourite areas. In my free time, and when I am not walking, I like reading and playing the guitar.

Sarah, Course Manager

Hi, my name's Sarah and I'm the Course Manager. Together with Andy I work in the academic office. It's my job to organise your timetable and classes. You are always welcome to come and see me if you have any questions about your course.

I've been at BSC London since Sept 2007 (both as a teacher and a manager) and enjoy working at this school very much. One of the best parts of my job is meeting people from all over the world. Before working here, I was a teacher for 10 years in two cities in the UK, Guildford and Cambridge. I also briefly worked in China, which was a very interesting experience.

In my free time, I enjoy reading, yoga, painting and drawing and eating food from different countries. I'm also interested in learning languages.

I look forward to seeing you in the school!

Ann, Senior Teacher

Hi! I'm Ann and I've been a teacher in Russia, Slovakia and London. I was born in the north of England but I live in London and I really love it here! I like theatre, music and eating out as well as walking around London and finding new places.

Frances, Senior Teacher

Hello - my name is Frances and I've been working at British Study Centres since July 2006. I am a true Londoner - I was born and grew up here and live in central London with my boyfriend. I've been teaching since the summer of 2004 and spent a year working in Costa Rica which was a fantastic experience.

In my free time I really like going to the gym. I love swimming, boxing, circuit training, pilates and I do lots of other keep fit classes, too. I like visiting London's great museums and galleries and walking in our beautiful parks. I also love socialising with my friends and eating out in our many fine restaurants.

See you at school!

Howard, Teacher

Hello my name is Howard and I've been teaching for about six years.

I grew up in Chiswick, West London and often like to go back there and walk by the river. I also like walking around the grounds of Chiswick House and in Dukes' Meadows. They are peaceful and familiar areas for me.

I lived in Valencia in Spain for three years. As a result, I speak Spanish quite well although many of my Spanish-speaking students say I should speak it better! Of course, I miss the constant humidity and the beach in Valencia. Saying that though, when I was there, I used the miss the long Autumns and the River Thames here. Both cities are beautiful and fun in different ways.

I studied English Literature at university and I'm also interested in art, music, sport and film.

Karl, Teacher

Hi, I'm Karl and I'm an Irishman who loves London, having lived here for many years. I hope that students really enjoy their time learning English with us, but also that they enjoy all the great things that London has to offer. Feel free to ask me about places to visit, things to see and other things happening in the city!

I started teaching when I was 18 as a volunteer teacher in Fiji, teaching children English literature and music. Since then I have taught mainly in London and can say that British Study Centres is the best school in London!

Nick, Teacher

Hi! I'm Nick. I've been teaching for three and a half years, two of which were in Italy. I originally come from Oxford and some people say I have a posh accent you will have to decide when you meet me! I studied Art History at university and I am interested in economics, art, literature and making people laugh! You'll recognise me cycling to work in my bright red jacket.

Pierre, Teacher

I'm Pierre. I've been working at BSC for five years on and off (more off than on actually).

I've taught in Dublin, Tai'pei (Taiwan/China), Daejeon (Korea) and London of course. I had a ball in all of those places but I keep returning to London. I just love it here. Pubs, galleries, restaurants with cuisine from all over the world and theatres all on your doorstep (or someone's doorstep depending on where you live). What more could you want?

I'm from Ireland so prepare yourself for some Irishisms.

Tom, Teacher

Hi, my name's Tom. I've been teaching here since September 2009, having previously taught for three years in both Spain and the UK. I've also lived and worked in France and Chile. In my free time I love skiing and playing cricket, golf and squash.

Robert, Teacher