TEACHING STAFF
Anastasia Antonopoulou – MFL Coordinator
Anastasia is a multilingual teacher of French and Greek. She graduated from the University of Athens having studied French and obtained a Maîtrise from the University of Angers in teaching French as a foreign language and PGCE in Modern Languages from Oxford Brookes University. She is currently studying towards a Masters in Education. She has lived and worked teaching languages in Greece, France and Britain during the last 12 years.
Corinna Harris-Prior – Head of Creative Arts, Director of Music
Corinna was educated at Cambridge University and at the Royal College of Music where she was awarded major prizes and awards. In 1999 she was made a Junior Fellow of the Royal College of Music. She has taught music at Ibstock Place School for 12 years and was appointed Director of Music at Hellenic College, London in 2004. Corinna also pursues a very busy performing schedule as a solo clarinetist, performing throughout the world and broadcasts on radio / TV. Her other instruments are piano, singing and recorder. Corinna is in demand as a chamber music coach, master class leader and competition judge.
Henrietta Taylor - Senior School Coordinator, Assessment and Monitoring Coordinator
After graduating from Bristol university with a BA in History of Art, Henrietta went to Roehampton to achieve a Qualified Teacher Status. She then spent 6 months in South America, leaning to speak Spanish and having a lovely time before returning to London and teaching. Henrietta joined us in September 2008 from Burdett Coutts Primary School where she taught year 4 for 2 years. She was also responsible for teaching Spanish to Year 3 and 4.
Vidya Perminand - SENCO
Johanna Davies - Art Coordinator
After graduating with a BA (hons) in Psychology and Sociology from Exeter University, Johanna spent much of the next 3 years living in the French Alpes, working in the events and travel industry. Having returned to England, Johanna decided to follow her passionfor teaching and trained as a Teacher for English as a Foreign Language. She then went on to complete her PGCE at Roehampton University and joined Knightsbridge School in September 2008. Johanna loves all sport, especially netball, hockey, skiing and riding and hopes her passion and experience will inspire and motivate the children at KS to give 100% in all activities.
Brian Morton - Sport Coordinator
Ollie Baskett - Foundation Coordinator
Ollie was educated at Stonar School for Girls in Wiltshire followed by Montessori teacher training and 'CACHE' management in the Early Years' course. She worked in a montessori Nursery for a year, then as Deputy Headmistress of Eaton Square Schools Nursery followed by four years as a Reception class teacher at Eaton House School, Belgravia.
Raph de Albuquerque - J3 Coordinator, 7 & 8+ Schools link
After leaving Malborough College, Raph studied History of Art at Nottingham University where he also served on the editorial team of the University magazine. He joined the teaching profession in 2007 after 6 years working in the Music industry, marketing and promoting up and coming bands. He completed his teaching training through the GTP at Knightsbridge School in 2008 under the mentorship of Olivia Burton. The successful Guitar Club at KS has been a big passion for Raph over the last 4 years as well as being involved in all things sporting and musical.
Domingo Benasco Pérez - Spanish and French Teacher
Domingo studied translation and interpreting at the Universidad de Las Palmas, where he did the teaching training too. He has valuable experience teaching English as a foreign language in Spain, plus French and Spanish in France, Spain and the UK. For him, it is essential to speak a foreign language as it helps to understand the world.
Dawn Baker – Science Technician, Teaching and Learning Assistant
Dawn specialised in Food Science and she worked for several years in the pathology lab of a central London hospital. After taking a break to have two children she decided to move into education and became qualified, working for 11 years as an Early Years Practitioner. In 2002 she came to work at Hellenic College London as Science Technician for the whole school and Teaching Assistant in the Early Years classes and continues in these roles at Knightsbridge School.
Francesca Spagnoli - Italian Teacher
Francesca is a graduate in Modern Languages from Florence University and holds the Cambridge Certificate of Proficency in English. In 2002 she started working as a private Italian Tutor and eventually completed her training at International House in 2006. Francesca has lived in Italy, Switzerland, France and USA and has resided in London since 1999 with her husband and two sons.
Fred de Falbe - Common Entrance Coordinator, Head of Pastral Care & Child Protection Officer
In 1988, Fred gained a BA in Theology at Manchester University and went into the film business, but his teaching career began before that in Honduras, during his year off. In 1993 he qualified witha PGCE at the Institute of Education in London and for 8 years worked in state secondary schools, teaching English and Humanities and as a Head of Department. He has been inspired to rejoin the profession by the enthusiasm and energy of Knightsbridge School, after running a small property company in Devon, where he lives with his wife and three children. He is loving it!
Gemma Torrance - Nursery Teacher
Gemma initially realised her love for the Early Years when she gained experience working in two schools in Sydney on her Gap Year. She went on to complete her degree at Oxford Brookes University in Sports and Coaching; her specialty sport being hockey. Gemma then attended Manchester Metropolitan University to gain her Early Years Professional Status. She joined KS in September 2008 as a Assistant in Reception for a year and then became the Elephants class teacher in the Nursery. She is looking forward to starting her fourth year with a new set of Elephants.
Gillian Conlon - Head of Nursery
After a career in finance, Gill decided on a change of direction and taught for 15 years at Young England Kindergarten in Pimlico before joining Knightsbridge School where she ran the Dolphins group. Gill is now the brave teacher in charge of the Lions class in Knightsbridge School's nursery.
Grazia diPalma - Teaching and Learning Assistant
Grazia assists with the Nursery, having gained NVQ 2 qualified status. She has been working with children for more than 15 years and has experience teaching children with special needs and as a private Italian tutor. She is very passionate and dedicated to helping children develop their potential and enjoys her teaching immensely.
Isabel Maitland - Year 4 Form Teacher
Isabel read History at Bristol University and graduated in 2003. She moved to London and started her working life in an advertising agency. She worked in the advertising industry for five and a half years before having a change of heart. It was during her time making TV ads for children that she realised that working with children all of the time, rather than just occasionally, would be a really challenging, fun and inspiring job. She joined Knightsbridge in September 2009 as a Teaching Assistant and is looking forward to a rewarding new career.
Joanna Bracewell - Year 2 Form Teacher
Joanna graduated from Bristol University in 2007 having gained a 2:1 degree in Theatre, Film and Television. Since then she has been in Africa where she traveled and then lived for five months in Uganda, teaching in schools and looking after children in various orphanages. She is very keen to get involved in Knightsbridge school life, particularly drama, film and sport.
Laura Roberts - Year 3 Form Teacher
After graduating witha BA (Hons) from Durham University, Laura had a wonderful year as Learning support Assistant at Belhaven Hill Preparatory School in Scotland. It was during this time that she was also fortunate enough to work in an orphanageand school in Tanzania and her passion for teaching developed. She completed her PGCE at Cambridge University. Since qualifying as a teacher Laura has enjoyed spending the last three years teaching at another London school. Laura is dedicated to providing children with stimulating and engaging experiences that will enhance their learning.
Lisa McKinley - Form Teacher
Originally from New Zealand, Lisa left High School to study Physical Education and Teaching at the University of Otago for five years. From here she moved on to teach Physical Education in Wellington, New Zealand for four years before embarking on an overseas expereince to work and travel in the UK. She has thoroughly enjoyed and grown as an individual through travel and working abroad. Lisa looks forward to working with younger children at KS and inspiring them with her huge passion for sport.
Lulu McClintock - PSCHE Coordinator, RE and Charities Liaison
Lulu returned to live in England just over two years ago having lived in Portugal for over 20 years. Lulu previously taught at Hill House before emigrating to Portugal where she set up a hotel. She then taught in an International School in the Algarve before moving to the Lisbon to work at St Julian's School. There she became a class 4 teacher and taught PSHCE and RE. On returning to England Lulu taught at Knighton House School in Dorset. Lulu's greatest achievement are her three wonderful children the oldest is completing his degree, the next just started and the youngest has just begun sixth form. Lulu is thrilled to be part of the team at Knightsbridge!
Sophie Pollock - Science Coordinator and Eco Coordinator
Sophie completed her PGCE in Biology, Chemistry and Physics at Bristol University. She spent three years teaching GCSE and A level Science and Psychology prior to joining Knightsbridge School. Sophie is looking forward to helping Lulu continue carrying the Eco torch.
Tom O'Shea - Year 3 Form Teacher
Tom graduated from the University of the West of England with a degree in Sociology in 2006. Since then he has been traveling in Southern Africa and Central America and has recently moved to London where he now lives. Tom assists with teaching Year 1, where he is working towards qualified teacher status. His interests include cricket, rugby, sailing, travel and children's literature.
Marcus Dreike - Sport, Teaching and Learning Assistant - PGCE
After leaving Kings College School Wimbledon, Marcus went to graduate from Leeds University in 2002 with a 2:1 in Georgraphy and Environmental Management. He went to work in Television industry for two years, but his love for skiing then took him to the French Alpes where he worked for a chalet company for four seasons. Durinng the summer months Marcus ran his small property development company in London and helped run his family charity which sponsors children to go to school in Africa. He has now decided that the happiest he has ever been was teaching children during his gap year at his old prep school in London and wants to pursue a career as a teacher. Marcus is a very keen traveller and passionate about sport.
Lexi Wright - Teaching and Learning Assistant
Lexi graduated from Bristol West of England University in 2008 with BSC Hons in Property Management and Investment. Having finsihed university, she went travelling for 6 months before becoming a lettings negotiator in South Kensington for two years. Lexi is interested in all sports and keen on travelling. She is looking forward to her second year in reception.
Kate Horsfall - Teaching and Learning Assistant
Kate joined the Nursery in 2009. She loves dancing and is a big fan of Bollywood. She has been a Care Assistant in Winchester Hospital for 2 years and worked in a school in Nepal. She loves travelling, especially in the Middle East and India.
Emma Grant - Teaching and Learning Assistant
Emma has been at Knightsbridge for several years working as a Teaching Assistant specialising in teaching primary age children. She previously worked ina school in Fulham for 4 years as a Teaching Assistant.
Ed Lewis - Teaching and Learning Assistant
After leaving Epsom College, Ed went on to graduate from Leeds University in 2006 in Environmental Management. Following that he obtained a place studying for a Masters at Oxford Brookes University in Real Estate Management and qualified with merit in 2007. Ed started working for a chartered Surveying firm in London which was hit by the economic crisis and soon found himself off in the French Alpes for two winters. Ed is extremely passionate about most sports but in particular rugby, cricket and squash and has travelled extensively across Asia and Australasia.
