Read about our teachers

I’m Krystine Joyce and I’m the Deputy Country Director.

I arrived in Singapore in September. I’ve also worked for the British Council in Bahrain, Sri Lanka, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. After I graduated from Royal Holloway University of London in 1997, I moved to Japan where I taught adults and young learners for two years. I then taught in Spain until I joined the British Council in 2001.

I believe strongly in continuing professional development and I’m keen to provide teachers with development opportunities to better understand and meet your needs so you can achieve your goals in learning English. I’m also interested in your experience outside the classroom at the British Council and what we can do to enhance it.

I saw more rain in my first week in Singapore than I did in 2 years in Bahrain and I continue to be overwhelmed by how green everywhere is! I’m looking forward to exploring the country and getting to know some of you in Napier Road or at the other centres.

I’m Jennifer Tan and I teach young learners and adults.

I’m from Liverpool and after studying English Literature in Bristol, I moved to Spain and taught English for two years. I’ve been in Singapore since 2008.

I really love the challenges involved with teaching young learners and I am very happy to be a part of the team at British Council. Teaching kindergarten classes is a new experience for me and I love having the freedom to get creative and the demand for thinking on my feet – no two classes are the same!

When I’m not in school you can probably find me practising Crossfit or yoga, getting stuck into a good book, watching a film or trying out new restaurants with friends.

I’m Ed Gibbons and I’m the Senior Teacher for adult courses. 

I grew up in the UK and after working in London for seven years I trained to become a teacher in 2001.  Since then I’ve worked in Poland, Spain, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Morocco and now Singapore, teaching students of all ages and levels.

I believe that helping students to relax and enjoy themselves in the classroom increases their confidence and makes them more receptive to learning.  I am also very keen on students building up their vocabulary, through reading and talking to other students, as it is crucial to language learning.

When I’m not working I like driving my scooter, cooking, watching cricket and settling down with a good book.

I’m Anna Britton and I’m the Senior Teacher for Young Learners.

I studied International Business Studies in the UK before doing a teaching qualification and heading off to Spain to learn the language and start teaching. In Spain I taught adults and children before going on to work in marketing and quality assurance and then running a school. I came to Singapore in 2008.

One of my passions is getting my students reading for pleasure. Reading is the basis of all their learning, so I spend time storytelling, choosing books with them, getting them to write a weekly book review and talking to them about books they’ve enjoyed.

In my free time I love travelling, trying new food, cooking and – reading!

I’m Neil Donovan and I teach a variety of courses at all levels.

I’m from a tiny town in the north of England called Brighouse. After graduating from a university in Liverpool, I moved to Japan to begin my teaching career, then to Indonesia where I helped open a new branch of a language school. In 2006 I came to work at the British Council in Singapore.

I have a diploma in teaching. I really enjoy helping students develop their skills in English at all levels and prepare for their IELTS exam. I am especially keen on a communicative approach to learning.

I have many hobbies, including scuba-diving, snowboarding, playing guitar and singing, and writing songs, stories and poetry.

I’m Duncan Rose and I’m the Senior Teacher for Secondary.

I took my first teaching qualification in 1998 in Bristol, UK and taught science at local secondary schools. I headed to Japan for four years where I taught at universities, charities and became the manager of a language school. After completing my Master’s degree, I lectured in universities in the UK and Turkey. I came to Singapore in 2008 and I’m currently studying for my doctorate in education.

My interests include course writing and developing materials to fit the needs of Singaporean students as well as promoting the “voice” of parents and students in the British Council.

I like movies, music and science fiction and love quirky, unusual and eccentric TV shows.

I’m Kate Tellechea and I teach mostly Primary, Secondary and General English for Adults.

I come from Maidstone, near London. After graduating from the University of London, I took a teaching qualification and taught English in Spain. I have gained a teaching diploma since I came to Singapore five years ago.

As the Level Head of the Secondary Two course, I am responsible for course writing and maintenance. I really enjoy creating exciting lessons and making sure the course runs smoothly for our students.

I love reading, playing the piano and dancing. I’m very happy here in Singapore as there are many great places to eat out and I also enjoy travelling around the region whenever I get the chance.

I’m Steve Cartwright and I teach English and work as an ICT Coordinator.

I have been teaching for over 14 years in Singapore, Slovakia and Myanamar where I was lucky enough to meet and chat with Aung San Suu Kyi.

I’ve taught adults at every level from total beginner to near-native speaker, and a lot of both young learners and secondary students. My main interests are developing students’ writing skills and preparing students for the IELTS exam.

I love sports, and before I became an English teacher I used to be a karate instructor. I enjoy playing squash and tennis, and I train several times per week at a local boxing club. My other interests include languages, photography, music, films, books and travelling.