The teachers and staff at Stanborough are unique in their dedication to the holistic development of their pupils. All staff at the school hold university degrees or equivalent professional qualifications. With a teacher/student ratio of 1:8, the Stanborough experience allows teachers to give close, individual attention to each student. Teachers are perceptive to the talents and interests of their students and seek ways to help them grow to their full potential.
Reflecting the international composition of the student body, the staff team at Stanborough is similarly international. A considerable amount of both day and boarding school staff are at least bi-lingual and have considerable international work experience.
Senior Leadership, SENCO and DSL:
Assistant Head, SLT-Curriculum
E. Hussey
I am passionate about working with young people, both in and out of school and relish my role as Assistant Head Teacher at Stanborough Secondary School. As a teacher of English Language, English Literature and Business, I am committed to developing practical life skills in my pupils.
After training and working in HR for a number of years, I felt called to be a teacher and trained at an Adventist University, where I excelled and graduated summa cum laude. I have worked for both state and private Schools and have taught GCSE’s, A levels and IB.
After attaining my Bachelor of Arts Degree in English (Teaching), I completed my PGCE and attained my QTS. I then did a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership. I am a member (MCCT) of the National College of Teaching.
In my free time (when I am not marking English essays), I keep fit (running and skipping), cook, travel, read, play chess, socialise and present workshops on various topics. I enjoy spending time with my family. I am a Deputy Director with my local Pathfinder Club and teach Sabbath school.
I believe in pursuing excellence and claim the Bible verse that states, ‘Whatsoever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might.’ I believe in living life to the full and bring a lot of energy and positivity into everything that I do. I inspire my pupils and colleagues to do the same. I am motivated by my love for God and people and my call to servanthood – serving the Master in his vineyard.
Administration:
Registrar
M. Kesheshian
I was delighted to have been offered a place to work at Stanborough Secondary School. I had worked as an Assistance Teacher at Stanborough Primary School when my children were studying there. My first impression on my return to Stanborough, was like the continuation that I should have always had. It felt like joining the amazing Stanborough family again after so many years. I thoroughly enjoy working for our School.
During the time away from the school environment, I went on to pursue a new career in Nursing. I worked for the NHS and the private sector for many years but had never forgotten the lovely time while working at Stanborough. Now days, I am never away from the classroom. My work is varied, and I love it. I am the registrar, work as an invigilator for the GCSE exams, I teach EFL to International students and I have the opportunity to offer my experience and Nursing skills for the safety and well-being of our students.
Certificates:
- Bachelor Teaching Degree of Languages and Literature
- Registered Nurse
Technician
J. M. Gil Munoz
My name is Mr Munoz. I am the Science Technician at Stanborough School. I have been working at this establishment since 2011, preparing required practicals for GCSE students as well as KS3, KS4 students for Chemistry, Physics and Biology. In 2019, I achieved a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science. I have also worked for over 18 years as a researcher in environmental and technical research in Spain. During this time, I gained valuable skills in the maintenance of air pollution monitors and in processing different data.
While working at Stanborough School, I have gained valuable experience and I love helping students. It is a great honour to contribute to the education of our young future leaders.
I enjoy working at Stanborough due to its ethos and belief in educating young minds and the Word of God.
Volunteer Librarian
A. Buraglio
Hello everyone,
My name is Mrs A. Buraglio Molteni and I am the new Librarian at Stanborough School, I am so excited to join such a vibrant team.
I was born in Italy and I moved to UK almost 10 years ago.
I have a degree in Modern Languages and I speak English, Italian, French and Spanish.
I have worked at Stanborough School some years ago in the same role, afterwards I worked as a private tutor, translator and interpreter.
I am a Seventh Day Adventist and I have been attending Stanborough Park Church with my family since our conversion in 2015.
My main passions are volunteering (I am the manager for a local Food Bank) cooking (I am a vegan cook specialized in food allergies), and of course I love reading!
I hope to meet the pupils at the Library soon!
Maintenance Team:
Teaching and TA Staff:
History (GCSE), Geography (KS3 and GCSE), Year 11 Form Tutor, Faculty Head, Teacher representative School Board
E. Amo-Adjei
Chemistry (KS3 and GCSE), Home Economics (KS3), SLT, Pastoral Lead, Faculty Head Chemistry
A. Anderson
Mathematics, KS3 and GCSE, Year 11 Co-form Tutor
L. Brambilla
I have started working at Stanborough School in 2019, after working for over a decade in various roles in education.
At Stanborough I have found a welcoming, multicultural community, where no-one is made to feel different because of their background or beliefs. I enjoy working here and hope to do so for many years to come.
Business Studies (GSCE), English (GCSE), English Literature (GCSE), SLT, Acting DSL, AHT-Curriculum
E. Hussey
I am passionate about working with young people, both in and out of school and relish my role as Assistant Head Teacher at Stanborough Secondary School. As a teacher of English Language, English Literature and Business, I am committed to developing practical life skills in my pupils.
After training and working in HR for a number of years, I felt called to be a teacher and trained at an Adventist University, where I excelled and graduated summa cum laude. I have worked for both state and private Schools and have taught GCSE’s, A levels and IB.
After attaining my Bachelor of Arts Degree in English (Teaching), I completed my PGCE and attained my QTS. I then did a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership. I am a member (MCCT) of the National College of Teaching.
In my free time (when I am not marking English essays), I keep fit (running and skipping), cook, travel, read, play chess, socialise and present workshops on various topics. I enjoy spending time with my family. I am a Deputy Director with my local Pathfinder Club and teach Sabbath school.
I believe in pursuing excellence and claim the Bible verse that states, ‘Whatsoever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might.’ I believe in living life to the full and bring a lot of energy and positivity into everything that I do. I inspire my pupils and colleagues to do the same. I am motivated by my love for God and people and my call to servanthood – serving the Master in his vineyard.
Teaching Assistant
O. Kolarova
I have been working at Stanborough Secondary school since 2016 as part of the Support staff team making sure our School is clean at all times. I have been attending the Adventist church regularly for about 8 years and that was the main reason for my decision to apply for the job in this school. I take pride in being a staff member at the school. Its excellent reputation and the Christian environment provide a friendly and calm atmosphere during my work.
Spanish (KS3 and GCSE), Year 7 Co-form Tutor
L. Mahbena
I was born on a summer day, in the southern part of Romania into a young family eager to welcome me. I grew up in a large family and I enjoyed a lot of freedom playing with my brother and sister as well as with friends.
I grew up during communism and for a long time I did not feel restricted or limited in any way. Later on, as years went by and especially after the fall of communism, I realised all the limitations and challenges that came with it.
My parents always pushed me to do well in school; I was competitive, and I always tried my best. I also had the opportunity to learn how to play the piano and I enjoyed it. I attended one of the best high schools in my hometown and I had regular exercise daily as the school was one hour away from my home; that meant 2 hours walking everyday, winter or summer.
After finishing high school, I went to the capital to study Biochemistry where I successfully managed to obtain one of the few state funded seats. I graduated at the age of 22. I went into teaching Chemistry and Biology in a secondary school, for a couple of years and as there was high demand for English teachers, I went to study for a second degree: English and Spanish. Another 4 years spent in beautiful Transylvania allowed me to develop proficiency in both English and Spanish. Since languages are something, I have always enjoyed and mastered with ease, I went on to polish up my German in Austria for 2 years, in Bogenhofen. From Austria, the perfectionist in me needed to continue perfecting English and push my expertise to the next level. I landed in Stanborough Secondary School as a volunteer for a year, working in the Marketing Department. Being quite shy and too self-conscious of my imperfections in English, I was not very confident. Nevertheless, the experience was pleasant in many ways.
In order to take my English skills up a level, I applied and was admitted to a few universities in London and I went for a Master’s degree in Teaching English as a Foreign Language, which I successfully finished one year later.
In 2006, I started teaching Spanish at Stanborough Primary School. One year later I started teaching EFL at the secondary school. Teaching in Romania had been fun for both myself and my students. I assumed teaching would be as enjoyable for me in UK as it was in Romania. I couldn’t be more wrong! I struggled for years to adapt and connect with students. I am grateful I did not give up as teaching is what I love doing and I believe I do it well. I have, after a long time, managed to acclimatise and connect with students. I enjoy teaching and I love my students. They are the best thing about being a teacher.
As I look back, I am grateful to God for all the experiences that have moulded and made me into who I am today. One Bible verse in particular has been my motto: ‘I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me’, Phil. 4:13
Art (KS3 and GCSE), Religious Studies (KS3), Year 9 Form Tutor, Life Skills Faculty Head, Work Experience Co-ordinator
S. Sinclair
I graduated from Hertfordshire University with a BA (hons) in Graphic Design and Image Making in 2002. I received my PGCE certificate from Wall Hall College in Watford, which was the oldest teaching college in the country. Stanborough School was my training ground under the headship of Steven Rivers, as part of my PGCE Art course in Oct- Dec 2002. I completed my PGCE in 2003 and achieved QTS in 2004.
I have taught Maths, Science, Food technology, Graphic design, ICT, LAMDA, History at KS3. I currently administrate Year 10 work experience and teach year 7-11 Art and KS3 Religious Education.
I play a key role as a middle manager in the development of many aspects of the School, including its policies and their implementation. We make effective use of data to monitor and evaluate the achievement and attainment of all our pupils at the end of every half term. I head the Art department, co-ordinate the year 10 Work Experience, head the Faculty of Life-Skills where I work with Keyboarding, Work Experience, Food Technology, Horticulture and Business teachers to ensure our pupils receive the best experience. In the Life Skills Faculty, we work hard to ensure that we cater for the needs of all abilities and that we fully challenge the most able students and encourage those of average abilities and below towards attaining higher levels of achievement.
I come from a long family of Adventists; my aunt Ethel Maud Douglas (nee Sinclair) planted a new SDA church congregation in Jamaica 1936 when Jamaica had the largest SDA conference in the world.
Mathematics, KS3 and GCSE, Year 7 Form Tutor
L. Venter
As a teacher, one of the best feelings in the world is when a child has a light bulb moment! That moment when their faces light up in joy at understanding a complex or evasive topic.
No other job gives you the same satisfaction. I left teaching several years ago to try another career, but it took me some time to realise that no matter how hard I worked or how eager I was to prove myself something was missing; those light bulb moments. Other things were missed too; the thank you cards (emails - because of lockdown), a 5% increase in grades time after time for tests, students making a 180 degree turn towards their attitude to learning. Now that I am back, I feel whole, complete and energised to stay up to 1:30 am preparing lessons to ensure my students understand a subject that not many of them will use in later life, but yet, somehow, they find joy doing.
