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."