Julie Edwards
Milly O ’ Meeghan
Emily Gee
Andrew Heskett
Michael Fessey
Naomi Stocks
Perspectives
ctives
The English School – Kuwait
Julie Edwards
Director of Music
" After a most successful career in the UK , I was looking for a new challenge . Working in Kuwait was certainly a gamble , but the children are a delight and their fluency in two or more languages makes them very receptive to the principles taught in music ."
Milly O ’ Meeghan
Year 6 - 8 Pastoral Coordinator & English Support
" I thought teaching in the Middle East would offer a complete change and challenge . I was right . This region not only offers a rewarding , unique working experience , with professional colleagues and wonderful children , but also a culture rich in tradition and a diverse way of life ."
Emily Gee
Head of English
" I wanted the freedom to teach a more exciting curriculum ; not one restrained by endless data analysis , which so many schools in the UK state system have succumbed to . Of course , a tax-free salary , accommodation package and daily sunshine have been factors too !"
Andrew Heskett
Head of Maths
" Since teaching abroad , I ' ve had opportunities to develop skills , acquire new ones , and make progress in my career that would not have been possible had I stayed put . Also , better weather , better pay , opportunities to travel and working with more adventurous , like-minded people are a plus ."
Michael Fessey
Year 1 Teacher
" The range of opportunities available for teachers overseas is endless and is one of the main reasons that I decided to teach abroad . Working with children from all the corners of the world who have an international outlook , has definitely improved and enhanced my teaching practice ."
Naomi Stocks
Year 3 Teacher
" Seeking adventure , my family moved to the Middle East . Whilst it wasn ' t my intention to teach during my time abroad , the wonderful teachers and students that I met inspired me . The cultural differences also offered a new perspective on how I teach . A wonderful experience to date ."