I majored in Applied Chemistry at the University of Portsmouth and, after spending some years in the leather industry, trained as a teacher at Exeter University.

I have been teaching for 26 years, mostly in high school, mostly in science and chemistry. Then, I came to China in 2014 to work for SCIE and quickly became the Head of Chemistry before being further promoted to the Academic Deputy Principal. During My time in China, I have been an Exams officer, become an accredited CIAE teacher trainer (Chemistry IG and A level), and been responsible for timetabling as well as many other roles.

As a teacher, I am a great believer in active learning and love the work of experts like Dylan R Wiliam.

As a leader, I am committed to building teams. If we work together, the load is shared, and we have more time for the important things in life.

I am an experienced and successful senior leader with a strong track record of impact. My vision is that all learners, regardless of their background should be supported and nurtured to reach their potential in an environment which is positive; aspirational and believes in their abilities. I value the achievements of all learners and staff. I believe a school is a learning community and it is therefore crucial to positively involve all members of the community: primarily learners and their families as learning partners; teaching and non-teaching staff and also local residents and businesses. Parents and carers have a key role to play, from supporting their children’s learning to being actively involved in decision making.

Taught Gaokao in both Drama and English, helped 10 students from my previous school to get into top 5 universities in the United Kingdom, managed to help cultivate and create awareness of Drama and Theatre in Zhejiang province by helping students with their theatre aspirations.  20 Year career in Film, Television, Commercials and Theatre, and have worked both in the Uk, USA and Hong Kong, my proudest achievement is every student that I help towards the next step of their educaiton goals.

I am a reading teacher and librarian from Scotland who came to China in November 2023. Before starting at Adcote Shanghai I have worked in both private and public schools, training centres, and academic libraries.Outside of work I enjoy painting, reading, photography, and cooking.

I am teaching something that I am passionate about and hopefully many of my former students will be global citizens who are more aware about the world around them than before they learned Geography.

My name is Helaine Going from South Africa. I have a CELTA diploma from Cambridge University and a Bachelor of Social Sciences Degree majoring in English with plans to further my studies and get a postgraduate diploma in Education next year. I have taught in South Korea for one year, Shenzhen for two years and this is my sixth year teaching in Shanghai.

Teaching has been a dream of mine since I was ten years old. I am proud to have made my dream a reality and aspire to continue to grow in this field. I am a dedicated, hard-working and passionate teacher who loves teaching and helping students grow both academically and personally.

I take great pride in my work and support the students as best I can both in and outside of the classroom. Learning is not a spectator sport.

Teaching is a deeply rewarding profession because it allows me to shape minds and inspire a lifelong love of learning. The joy of seeing students grasp new concepts, overcome challenges, and grow both academically and personally is unmatched. A good teacher, in my view, is someone who not only imparts knowledge but also cultivates a supportive and engaging learning environment. They possess a genuine passion for their subject and a keen ability to connect with students, adapting their methods to meet diverse needs and learning styles. Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate are crucial traits, as they help build trust and encourage students to reach their full potential. Ultimately, a good teacher leaves a lasting impact by fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a sense of self-belief in their students.

I have been teaching since 2006, and have taught in New Zealand for 11 years, Tokelau Island for a year on Sabbatical and China for 4 years. I have taught Senior Biology for most of my teaching career and Junior Science.

My mission is to inspire students to lead healthy, active lifestyles and to foster a love for physical activity that extends beyond the classroom. I believe that PE is not just about playing sports, but about building teamwork, discipline, and resilience. I am committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where all students can develop their physical skills, build confidence, and have fun. I look forward to contributing to the holistic development of our students and being a part of this wonderful school community.

My name is Anthoni, a passionate visual arts teacher driven by a deep-seated love for fostering creative expression and inspiring the next generation of artistic minds. With a Master's degree in performing arts and a wealth of experience in the dynamic world of movies and VFX post-production.

Candice is a dedicated educator and accomplished researcher from Canada, holding a PGCE and TESOL certification. As an active IBSN network member, she is currently undergoing IBDP TOK training. Her commitment to teaching is evident in her students’ achievements, with 100% qualifying for the Global Round of the World Scholar’s Cup (WSC) and 70% advancing to the Tournament of Champions (ToC) at Yale University.An alumna of the University of Toronto, Candice holds a double major in Human Geography and Urban Planning. She completed her Ph.D. in Education Economy and Administration in 2023. Her research focuses on culturally responsive pedagogy (CRP) and its impact on international schools in China. She has published four SSCI journal papers and serves as a section editor with Springer, where she explores the synergy between AI and the human mind in international education.

Candice’s teaching philosophy emphasizes a student-centered approach, addressing both academic and non-academic needs to create a holistic learning environment. As House Master for Drapers, representing Independence, she fosters self-reliance, confidence, critical thinking, problem-solving, and personal growth in her students, ensuring they are prepared for future challenges.

I am currently an IG and A-Level drama teacher at Adcote High School Shanghai. I graduated from Alethia University in Taiwan with a degree in English Literature. After settling in Vancouver for 6 years, I moved to Shanghai in 2002, where I studied and worked for 15 years.

From 2011-2015, I was signed to Jay Chou Records as an artist in Taiwan, and in 2012, I participated in a Hollywood online movie as the second female lead. I also worked on the stage play "Classmates" from 2016-2018 under the direction of renowned Taiwanese producer Wang Weizhong. My experiences both on-screen and behind the scenes have led to collaborations with international luxury brands.

My passions include art, literature, outdoor activities, photography, filmmaking, and music. I also manage and update my social media platforms weekly, focusing on shooting, editing, and content creation. Through my work, I aim to share my unique perspective with the world. 

Hi, I am Jimmy Tan, Adcote’s math teacher since 2021. I started my career as a metal commodity wholeseller in a large trading company after gaining my first degree in engineering, then I moved to Australia and completed my second degree in business (Accounting). Being a full-time assistant accountant, I spent leisure time pursuing my hobby – doing mathematics. The enjoyment of dealing with math is not only from my self-learning, but also from sharing my math knowledge with other people, so I took a part-time job in tutoring high school kids mathematics. Only then I came to realize that I would like to be a math teacher rather than an accountant or any other roles (I am 100% sure I won’t be a CEO or entrepreneur). So I took the scholarship offered by the government supporting people with math enthusiasm teaching in school, gaining double degrees in Education (teaching) and Arts (mathematics), finally and proudly I was officially a math teacher. I had been teaching in various public and catholic schools in Australia until I met Cici (later being my wife) in 2017. We decided to move back to China, and now I am again proudly a Adcote’s math teacher.

My name is Rutendo Mabunu, I have been in the education industry for over 10 years. I have a passion for teaching and a deep commitment to both my students and my own growth. I am grateful for the opportunity to help students develop their communication skills and empathy through humanities subjects. My hope is to equip them with the critical thinking skills they can use in many areas in life.

A creative and passionate teacher dedicated to fostering student based classroom environment based on mutual respect and collaboration. Strong belief in the importance of team work and building supportive work relationships with colleagues both within and outside the faculty. Self-driven , proactive and motivated to achieve excellency.

Jamaican born and bred, I’ve been teaching Business Studies in China for the past 10 years at the secondary and tertiary levels.

As an avid exerciser, I enjoy outdoor activities like cycling, walking or picnicking. Additionally, indoor activities like board games and good food with cool folks is really enjoyable.