Explore our tailored British Curriculum, and how we made it effective to our children.
Head of School
Bachelor of Science, Masters in Education, PGCE, NPQH
Chris Quinn joins us after a successful period as Principal at an IB world school in Singapore, he led the school through multiple accreditations and the growth of the final year levels of the school ensuring that their first cohort graduated despite living through a pandemic. During his time the school expanded its physical footprint as well as a vast increase in student numbers, Chris attributes this to ensuring that students and parents all feel like engaged members of the community.
Chris has been an educator for over 16 years, holds a Masters in Education from Manchester Metropolitan University and an NPQH. Born and raised in the Northwest of England, Chris spent most of his formative years in that area before attending Gordonstoun School in Scotland as a scholarship student. During his time as a Duke of Edinburgh Gold participant, Chris had his first teaching experience in Tanzania, teaching English to local school children.
Upon completing his mathematics teacher training, Chris worked his way up through schools in the Manchester area, initially teaching mathematics to students aged 11 to 18, and later holding the positions of faculty team leader and vice principal of a newly opened school focused on STEM education.
In his first international role, Chris was appointed as Director of Teaching and Learning at St. Andrews International School in the Bahamas. During his time at St. Andrews International School, he taught IB diploma mathematics at the standard level and higher level. Chris moved on to become an MYP curriculum coordinator at an IB World School in California, also ensuring to bring the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award with him, to come full circle.
Chris is currently a member of accreditation teams for CIS, WASC and NEASC.
Head of Early Years
Bachelor of Education,
Master of Education, PGCEi
Jodi-Anne Finlay has been living and working in Thailand as an early years educator for the past seven years. She graduated from Stellenbosch University with a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and later obtained her Postgraduate Certificate in Education and a Master’s in Education.
Jodi-Anne is passionate about nurturing a lifelong love of learning in young children. She believes that each child is unique and deserves individual care, attention, and thoughtfully planned opportunities for academic and personal growth.
Her teaching philosophy is rooted in the Curiosity Approach and play-based learning, with a strong emphasis on recognising the child as capable, competent, and at the heart of the learning journey. Jodi-Anne believes in fostering environments that spark wonder, encourage exploration, and honour each child’s voice and individuality. She values open-ended resources, authentic experiences, and meaningful relationships as the foundation for deep, holistic learning. By creating spaces where children feel safe, seen, and empowered, she supports them in becoming confident, curious, and independent thinkers.
Acting Head of Primary
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), iPGCE
Laura Quinn is a dedicated and highly qualified international educator with nearly a decade of experience across diverse global learning environments. Recently appointed as Acting Head of Primary, Laura brings a wealth of expertise in school leadership, inclusive education, and curriculum development to her new role.
Laura is an Associate of the Academy of Orton Gillingham Practitioners and Educators (AOGPE) and a certified dyslexia specialist. Her deep understanding of student-centred support is backed by an International Award for SEN Coordination from Middlesex University. An International Postgraduate Certificate in Education (iPGCE) from the University of Sheffield.Extensive experience with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Cambridge frameworks.
Laura’s career has spanned four continents, including significant teaching and leadership roles in Singapore, California, and The Bahamas. This international journey has shaped her into a collaborative problem-solver who excels at navigating cultural nuances and building strong, transparent relationships with families and staff.
As Acting Head of Primary, Laura is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where student agency and restorative practices are at the forefront. She believes in empowering teachers through professional development and ensuring that the school remains a place where every child feels they belong and are challenged to succeed.
Prior to entering education, Laura spent over six years practicing as a Corporate Recovery and Insolvency Lawyer in the UK. This unique professional background provides her with a rigorous approach to school policy, a meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to formulate strategic decisions under pressure—skills that are invaluable in school leadership.
Head of Secondary, IB Coordinator
Bachelor of Science,
PGDip in Industrial Relations, ProfGCE
A graduate Environmental Scientist, Silvie Edwards has over 30 years of experience as an educator teaching both Chemistry and Biology to Advanced Level.
As a former Founding Principal of an IB Diploma School in China, she is a firm believer in the value of holistic education and intercultural awareness. As such, she has dedicated the last 10 years as IB Coordinator to leading schools to IB Diploma accreditation in China, Thailand and Singapore. Prior to that, she worked to help a growing British international school in Spain develop a bilingual Bachillerato and CIE A Level Programme.
With more than 20 years in senior management, Silvie has held several other leadership roles including, Vice Principal, Head of Secondary, Head of Sixth Form, Examinations Coordinator and was a Senior Boarding Mistress and teacher for 17 years in the private British Boarding Sector.
Lower School Coordinator
Bachelor of Arts in English
Literature and History, PGCE
Leon Richards graduated from the University of Winchester with a combined honours degree in History and English Literature. As a dependable, positive, and adaptable individual, Leon began his journey as a teacher with his PGCE degree with Qualified Teaching Status at Reading University, one of the leading teacher training providers in the South of England.
Throughout his teaching career to date, Leon has held several positions in education, including pastoral leadership roles. As Head of House, he was able to redefine the house identity within his school, promoting and fostering a supportive and inclusive environment conducive to both personal growth and academic success. He has been central to the accomplishments of a number of English departments, promoting high academic achievement and organising whole school initiatives enabling students to demonstrate real world applications of English. Leon is excited to continue promoting educational success at Norwich ensuring all students achieve their full potential.
Professional Development Coordinator
Bachelor of Science (Hons), PGCE,
Cert Maths (Open), QTS
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