Primary Teachers

Mr. Richard Landowski

Primary IPC Coordinator

• PGCE and BA in Humanities from Trinity College, University of Wales
• Taught for 25 years in the UK, the USA, the UAE, Spain and Russia
• Has extensive experience teaching the IPC, the IMYC and the English National Curriculum, specialising in the teaching of IPC/IMYC in subjects like English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, PE, Music and Art from Year 2 to Year 7

Ms. Sarah Hutchins

Primary English Coordinator

• B.Sc. Psychology from the University of Nottingham, UK
• Qualified Teacher Status, Westminster Council, London
• E-Qualitas Graduate Teacher Training Programme
• 10 years of teaching experience, including as Head of Geography and Science teacher

Ms. Abby Lee

Head of Year 1, Year 1 Homeroom Teacher

• BECE(Hons) Early Childhood Education, HELP University, Malaysia
• 8 years of teaching experience in private and international schools in Malaysia, including 4 years at HIS

Ms. Regina Arum

Year 1 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. (double major) Linguistics and English Language and Psychology, University of Auckland, New Zealand
• 6 years of working experience in New Zealand and Malaysia. Prior to HIS, she was working in an international school in East Malaysia.

Ms. Kam Sze Wei

Year 1 Homeroom Teacher

• Diploma in Montessori Method of Education
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL)
• Over 19 years of teaching experience;  member of the HIS and HELP Group teaching staff for the last 5 years, having previously been a senior teacher, director of studies, assistant directress and preschool principal at various learning institutions in Malaysia.

Ms. Ria Bailey
Head of Year 2, Year 2 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. in Arabic, Spanish and Psychology, University of Durham, UK
• PGCE, specialising in Modern Language, University of Manchester, UK
• Over 5 years of teaching experience in Spain, England and Malaysia

Ms. Dora Lowe

Year 2 Homeroom Teacher

• B.C. Accountancy, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
• Teaching in Early Childhood, NZ College of Early Childhood Education
• Over 10 years of teaching experience in New Zealand and Malaysia

Ms. Barbara-Anne Mulhearn

Year 2 Homeroom Teacher

• International Diploma in Early Childhood Education, London Montessori Centre, UK
• Certificate in Classroom Management, Meerilinga Training College, Australia
• Certificate from Musikgarten, a Music and Movement programme from USA
• Trained in the Letterland Phonics Programme
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
• 20 years of teaching and leadership experience

Ms. Sarah Edeson

Year 2 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. in European Business Studies with French, University of Liverpool, UK
• PGCE with QTS, University of Manchester, UK
• Over 11 years of teaching experience in the UK, Hong Kong, Spain and Colombia

Ms. Uviovo Augustina

Year 2 Homeroom Teacher

• B.Early Childhood Education (Hons), HELP University, Malaysia
• Certificate on Phonics
• Diploma in Educational Management
• 8 years of teaching experience in international schools

Mr. Sid Arouche

Head of Year 3, Year 3 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. (Hons) in Business Management from Bolton University
• PGCE in Primary Education from The University of Sunderland
• Total of about 7 years of teaching experience while living in several countries including Algeria, Germany, the UK and the UAE
• Proficient in Arabic, French and German

Ms. Sarah Hutchins

Year 3 Homeroom Teacher

• B.Sc. Psychology from the University of Nottingham, UK
• Qualified Teacher Status, Westminster Council, London
• E-Qualitas Graduate Teacher Training Programme
• 10 years of teaching experience, including as Head of Geography and Science teacher

Ms. Mellissa Nonis

Year 3 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. Psychology, HELP University, Malaysia
• Currently pursuing postgraduate programme in education
• Over 6 years of primary school teaching experience in private and international schools

Ms. Deepashrii Munisamy

Year 3 Homeroom Teacher

• B.Sc. in Business Information Systems from the University of East London, UK
• Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management from Glasgow Caledonian University, UK
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL) with distinction
• 11 years working experience, 5 years of which were at HIS teaching in the primary school

Ms. Catherine Hannah Jolly

Head of Year 4, Year 4 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. in Primary Education, Nottingham University, UK
• M.A. Social Work, Nottingham University, UK
• TEFL qualification
• 9 years of experience in supporting children as a teacher and social worker in the UK. Worked on special projects in Phnom Penh and Hong Kong.

Ms. Zoe Zarrabi 

Year 4 Homeroom Teacher

• B.Ed., Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
• B.A. Early Years, London Metropolitan University, UK
• PGCE – leadership and management with Derby University
• 12 years of teaching experience

Ms. Abegail Rebecca De Costa

Year 4 Homeroom Teacher

• B.Sc. Biomedical Sciences, University of Notre Dame, Australia
• Grad.Dip. in Early Childhood Studies, Edith Cowan University, Australia
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
• 5 years of teaching experience

Ms. Samante Wickramaratna

Year 4 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. Psychology, Bemidji State University, Minnesota, US
• PGCE (International), University of Nottingham, UK
• Over 5 years of teaching experience

Ms. Peta Medcalf

Head of Year 5, Year 5 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. Music Performance, Australian Institute of Music, Australia
• Grad. Dip. In Education, University of New England, U.S.A
• 7 years of teaching experience

Ms. Felicia Cheong Yin Leng

Year 5 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. (Media and Communications/English Studies), University of Melbourne, Australia
• Master of Teaching (Primary), University of Melbourne, Australia
• M.Ed. (TESL) with first class honours and scholar’s award from University Malaysia Sabah
• Total of about 9 years of teaching experience as an English lecturer as well as a class teacher for Year 5 to Year 7 at various international schools in Malaysia.

Mr. Luke Edeson

Year 5 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. Town Planning, University of Manchester, UK
• PGCE (Primary), University of Greenwich, UK
• 10 years of teaching experience; was a homeroom teacher and ICT coordinator at a school in Leeds, UK before joining HIS.

Ms. Pavitrra Sugamaran

Year 5 Homeroom Teacher

• Currently pursuing Masters in Education, University of Malaya
• B.Ed. (Hons), SEGI University in collaboration with University of St Mark’s and St John’s
• Joined HIS since 2015, has homeroom teaching experience, also a key member of the Primary Reading Programme Committee
• Prior to HIS, taught at a learning centre for several years
• An accomplished Indian classical dancer who performs at international events

Ms. Phryashini Sugumaran 

Year 5 Homeroom Teacher

• B.Ed. (Hons) TESL, SEGI University
• Dip. in English, Sultan Idris Education University
• Dean’s list awards
• Joined HIS since 2016, has homeroom teaching experience. Prior to HIS, taught at an international boarding school

Ms. Sarah Benedict

Head of Year 6, Year 6 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. Mass Communications, Murdoch University, Australia
• PGDE, Wawasan Open University, Malaysia
• Integrative Journalism, Malaysia Institute of Integrative Media
• Cambridge International Award in Teaching & Learning (CIATL) with distinction
• Currently pursuing Masters in Teaching & Learning
• Over 10 years of teaching experience in private and international schools

Mr. Richard Landowski

Year 6 Homeroom Teacher

• PGCE and B.A. in Humanities from Trinity College, University of Wales,UK
• Taught for 25 years in the UK, the USA, the UAE, Spain and Russia
• Has extensive experience teaching the IPC, the IMYC and the English National Curriculum, specialising in the teaching of IPC/IMYC in subjects like English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, PE, Music and Art from Year 2 to Year 7

Mr. Ian Michael Wong

Year 6 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. (Hons) Business Administration, University of East London, UK
• Diploma in Business Administration from Tunku Abdul Rahman College, Malaysia
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
• Currently pursuing postgraduate programme in education
• 12 years of teaching experience in various organisations

Mr. Omar Munip

Year 6 Homeroom Teacher

• Diploma Multimedia Production, SAE School of Audio Engineering
• B.A. (Hons) Primary Teaching with ICT QTS, University of Hull, UK
• M.A. Global and International Citizenship Education, University of York, UK
• 12 years teaching experience in the UK and Malaysia at both mainstream and specialist schools for cognition and learning
• Active as a coordinator for the school’s Student Council and Interact Club, and an advisor of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award programme

Ms. Anuratha Alagappan

Year 6 Homeroom Teacher

• B.Sc. Management Technology, Kolej Universiti Teknologi Tun Hussein Onn, Malaysia
• MBA, University Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
• M.Ed. (Teaching and Learning), HELP University, Malaysia
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL)
• 12 years of teaching experience, 10 of which have been in a private school and an international school. Singapore Math coach and a KS2 CCA coordinator in recent years in HIS.

Ms. Meena Veerasamy

Year 6 Homeroom Teacher

• B.A. (Hons) in Liberal Studies, Wawasan Open University
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
• Completed Singapore Mathematics teaching training with former Head of Mathematics Department from Singapore Ministry of Education
• Joined HIS since 2014, familiar with Year 6 curriculum, having co-taught and taught Year 6 classes for four years. Was involved in the planning and delivery of Year 6 syllabus and preparation of students for Year 6 Checkpoint. Also has Year 6 homeroom teaching experience
• Prior to HIS, taught at a homeschool centre
• Had served as HIS Head of House and CCA Coordinator for Primary

Ms. Lim See Wen

Second in Mandarin Department, Mandarin Teacher

• B.Sc. in Business Studies, Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester
• M.Ed. (Teaching and Learning), HELP University, Malaysia
• Cambridge International Dip. for Teachers and Trainers
• Professional Competency of International Chinese Teacher awarded by the International Chinese Teacher Certificate Authority, Qinghai University for Nationalities, China
• Currently pursuing postgraduate programme in education
• Over 10 years of teaching experience

Ms. Vicky Heng

Mandarin Teacher

• B.A. Early Childhood Education, University of Southern Queensland, Australia
• M.Ed. (Teaching and Learning), HELP University, Malaysia
• Professional Competency of International Chinese Teacher awarded by the International Chinese Teacher Certificate Authority, Qinghai University for Nationalities, China.
• Apple Distinguished Educator Class of 2019
• 7 years of teaching experience

Ms. Chia Yin Mooi

Mandarin Teacher

• B.A., National Cheng Chi University, Taiwan R.O.C.
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL)
• 14 years of teaching experience in schools in Malaysia.

Ms. Phoebe Goh

Mandarin Teacher

• B.A. Early Childhood Education, University of Southern Queensland, Australia
• Cambridge Professional Development Qualification Award (PDQ)
• 3 years of teaching experience in Kuala Lumpur

Ms. Phyllis Wong

Mandarin Teacher

• B.A. in Mandarin and Business Administration, Universiti Putra Malaysia
• 12 years of teaching experience; has worked as a teacher trainer in Singapore and was Deputy Principal at a Montessori school.

Ms. Jocelyn Seah Shu Fen

Mandarin Teacher

• B.B.A, majoring in International Marketing from University Putra Malaysia.
• Cambridge International Diploma for Teaching and Learning (CIDTL) with distinction
• Teaching Certificate of Chinese as a Foreign Language in Elementary and Secondary Education with distinction
• 11 years of teaching experience, holding various positions including Year Leader and Head of Mandarin.

Ms. Chong Ling Li

Mandarin Teacher

• B.Soc. Sc. (Hons) Psychology, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), Malaysia
• M.Sc. Development Psychology, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Malaysia
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
• 10 years of teaching experience with the last 2 years with HIS Primary.

Ms. Yamuna Sri Letchemanan

EAL Teacher

• B.A. in TESL, Management and Science University, Malaysia
• Currently pursuing her Masters in TESL, University of Malaya, Malaysia
• Over 2 years of teaching experience

Ms. Huda Azemi

Second in Bahasa Malaysia Department, Bahasa Malaysia Teacher

• B.Ed. (Hons) TESL, Management and Science University, Malaysia
• M.Ed. (Teaching and Learning), HELP University, Malaysia
• 8 years of experiences in teaching and journalism

Ms. Indumathy Renganathan

Bahasa Malaysia Teacher

• B.A. (Hons) Human Resources Management Multimedia University, Malaysia
• Foundation in Life Science, Multimedia University, Malaysia
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
• 7 years of working experience with the last 2 years at HIS Primary, assisting Milepost 1 students.

Ms. Wan Nur Syahirah

Bahasa Malaysia Teacher

• B.ASc. with Islamic Studies, University of Malaya
• Several years of teaching experience

Ms. Nurulhuda Edy Muslim

Bahasa Malaysia Teacher

• B.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
• Cambridge International Certificate in Training and Learning (CICTL)
• Currently pursuing the Cambridge International Diploma in Training and Learning (CIDTL)
• 10 years teaching experience. Prior to teaching, she was a Research Assistant at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Ms. Veronique Paczka

International Language & Culture Teacher

• Bachelor’s degree, Intercontinental Univeristy, Mexico City
• Teachers’ Diploma, Angloamericano De Coyoacan, Mexico City
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning(CICTL)
• Diploma in Studies of French Language DELF B1
• Worked internationally in Mexico, Albania and the Solomon Islands

Ms. Miren Nekane Oteiza Ugarte

International Language & Culture Teacher

• B.A. Humanities and Communications, University of Deusto, Spain
• International Programme, the Ibero-American University, Mexico
• Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language (FPELE), International House, Mexico
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
• 4 years of teaching experience internationally

Ms. Yong Wai Kuan

Music Teacher

• B.A. (Hons) in Professional Music, University of Wolverhampton, England
• M.Ed. (Teaching and Learning), HELP University, Malaysia
• Cambridge Professional Development Qualifications (Cambridge PDQs) Award with Distinction
• 10 years of experience in the music industry, including working as a Head of Audio department, music company event director; specialized in music technology (audio & visual for TV and film production).
• Over 10 years of teaching experience

Ms. Esther Yap

Drama Teacher

• B. Early Childhood Studies, University of Melbourne, Australia
• Dip. in Dance Therapy, University of Melbourne, Australia
• Over 10 years of teaching experience in South Africa, Australia and now in Malaysia

Ms. Rachel Yong

Singapore Maths Coach

• Bachelor in Early Childhood Education from HELP University, Malaysia
• Cambridge International certificate of Teaching and Learning (CICTL),
• 3 years of teaching experience, having taught various subjects to Years 2 and 3 students, and preschoolers

Ms. Anuratha Alagappan

Singapore Maths Coach

• B.Sc. Management Technology, Kolej Universiti Teknologi Tun Hussein Onn, Malaysia
• MBA, University Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
• M.Ed. (Teaching and Learning), HELP University, Malaysia
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL)
• 12 years of teaching experience, 10 of which have been in a private school and an international school. Singapore Math coach and a KS2 CCA coordinator in recent years in HIS

Mr. Bertrand Molinie
Head of Primary Physical Education and Sports

• B.Sc. in Sports Coaching, University of Wales Institute, Cardiff, UK
• PGCE, University of Wales Institute, Cardiff, UK
• Coaching qualifications in badminton, rugby, scuba diving, hockey, football and gymnastics
• 14 years of teaching experience internationally

Mr. Mark Dawson
Student Events and Sports Team Coordinator

• B.Sc. in Psychology with Sport Science, University of Hull, UK
• M.Sc. in Psychology with Sport Science, Loughborough University, UK
• NCFE Level 3 Award in Diet and Nutrition
• 7 years of teaching experience; holds awards for football and futsal coaching

Mr. Burhan Ghazali
Physical Education and Sports Teacher

• Diploma in Physical Education, National Institute of Education, Singapore
• 15 years of teaching experience in Singapore and Malaysia

Mr. Shukri Hashim
Physical Education and Sports Teacher

• Bachelor in Sports and Exercise Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA
• Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching, Open University
• 5 years of teaching experience at HIS; over 6 years of experience as a swimming instructor and lifeguard

Ms. Jillian Kaur
Physical Education and Sports Teacher

• Bachelors (Hons) in Mass Communication & Journalism, INTI International University, Malaysia
• PGCE (International), University of Nottingham, UK
• Cambridge International Award in Teaching and Learning (CIATL)
• Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Leader, Assessor and Supervisor
• 5 years of teaching experience, including 3 years as Head of House

Ms. Stephanie Cheah

School Counsellor

• B.A. Psychology, University of Queensland, Australia
• M. Counseling, HELP University, Malaysia
• 9 years of experience with various organisations involving teens

Ms. Fatima Anne Sebastian

School Counsellor

• B.Ed (TEFL) Queensland University of Technology, Australia
• M.Counselling, HELP University, Malaysia
• 7 years of experience in local schools and a tertiary institution

Ms. Yap Hui Ling

School Counsellor

• B.A. in Psychology, California State University, US
• M.Counselling, HELP University, Malaysia
• 5 years of counselling experience with various organisations involving children, teens and young adults
• Currently pursuing a course towards being a certified practitioner in therapeutic play skills (Play Therapy International, UK)

Ms. Rachel Barrell

SEN Coordinator

• B. Ed. (Hons) in Science with Primary Initial Teacher Education
• M.A. in Education, both gained at the University of Worcester, UK
• Awarded a National Teaching Fellowship by the UK’s Higher Education Academy in 2017
• Over 20 years of experience in education, leading and teaching on pedagogy, SEN and PSHE, including developing a SEN pathway for the undergraduate programme at the University of Worcester, UK, and was the lead facilitator for the SEN network in the West Midlands region, UK
• Published works ranging from co-authoring a book on Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing in Primary Schools for SAGE Publications to a feature in the UK’s Guardian newspaper on working with students, SEN and Teacher Training
• Worked with the University of Reading, Malaysia, on an action research project looking at high impact pedagogies to promote intercultural student engagement
• Shortlisted for the Times Higher Education Awards for ‘Outstanding Support for Students’ in 2015

Ms. Rosemary Shamani Joseph

SEN

• B.B.A., Atlantic University, USA
• Diploma in Learning Disorders Management and Child Psychology, College of Allied Educators, Malaysia
• Masters in Teaching and Learning, HELP University, Malaysia
• 5 years of experience, including 1 year at Kiwanis Down Syndrome Foundation

Ms. Nameeta Annand Raj

SEN

• B. Psych. (Hons), HELP University, Malaysia
• High Distinction for the Certificate in Dyscalculia and Numeracy Teaching from the Dyslexia Association of Singapore (DAS) Academy
• Trained Orton-Gillingham Practitioner
• 9 years of experience in teaching, curriculum development and SEN

Ms. Catriona Albela 

SEN

• B.Sc. Psychology, Bemidji State University, USA
• M.Sc. Psychology of Child and Adolescent Development, York St John University, UK
• Over 8 years of experience in various educational institutions

Ms. Adelynn Zon Ming Yee

SEN

• B.Sc. in Psychology, University of Nottingham, Malaysia
• Currently pursuing M.A. in Special and Inclusive Education, University of Nottingham, Malaysia
• 2 years of experience in a centre for special education.

Mr. Tanuj Mahesan

SEN

• B.Psych (Hons), HELP University, Malaysia
• M.S.c. Developmental Psychology with Education, University College London, Institute of Education, London
• 6 years of experience, including working with children with autism and was also a behavioral therapist

Ms. Kong Tse Mun

SEN

• B. Psychological Science, University of South Australia
• Certificate on Supporting Children with Difficulties in Reading and Writing, University of London
• Over 7 years of experience in the education field, working closely with students of diverse special education and learning needs (ADD/ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger’s Syndrome, delayed speech, Sturge-Weber Syndrome and non-compliant behaviour)

Ms. Sonia Devi

SEN

• Degree in Psychology and Communication from Segi University/Upper Iowa University
• Cambridge International  Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
• 4 years of teaching experience

Mr. Jamie Speakman

Learning Innovation Coordinator

• B.A (Hons.) Media, Communication and Culture, University of Lincoln, UK
• PGCE (International), Nottingham University, UK
• 6 years of teaching experience internationally

Ms. Vicky Heng

Learning Innovation Coach

• B.A. Early Childhood Education, University of Southern Queensland, Australia
• M.Ed. (Teaching and Learning), HELP University, Malaysia
• Professional Competency of International Chinese Teacher awarded by the International Chinese Teacher Certificate Authority, Qinghai University for Nationalities, China.
• Apple Distinguished Educator Class of 2019
• 7 years of teaching experience

Mr. Luke Edeson

Learning Innovation Coach

• B.A. Town Planning, University of Manchester, UK
• PGCE (Primary), University of Greenwich, UK
• 10 years of teaching experience; was a homeroom teacher and ICT coordinator at a school in Leeds, UK before joining HIS.