Both the Chinese and Foreign Principals, and the leadership team of Sedbergh School are highly experienced in education and teaching management. Leading an excellent international faculty team, they provide students with a quality education that draws on the strengths of Chinese and foreign education systems.
In such an environment where Chinese and Western teachers complement each other, students will develop an ardent love for Chinese culture, and perceive the charm of diverse cultures and gain a broad international perspective.
Chanrol Ren
Biology Teacher
Master of Biopharmaceutical Science, Fudan University
Holds a Teaching Qualification Certificate
7 years of experience teaching Biological Sciences at prestigious international schools in China
Expert in interdisciplinary teaching, technology-enhanced pedagogy, and inquiry-based learning
Proficient in cutting-edge technologies (e.g., sensors, AI) and integrates them into teaching to address disciplinary challenges
Accomplished badminton coach; led school team to municipal championship
Proficient in bilingual instruction
Tim Yan
Economics Teacher
The University of Manchester–Bachelor of Economics
The University of Manchester–Master of Economics
During university, an economics paper wrote was accepted and published at an international conference
Have been involved with IGCSE and A-Level courses, gaining extensive experience and a deep understanding of the curricula and exams since 2017
Fluent in Chinese, English, Cantonese, and Spanish
Herbert Yonathan
Head of Music
Adventist University of the Philippines–Bachelor of Music
University of the Philippines-Master of Piano Music
Saint Paul University Philippines–Doctor of Philosophy in Music Arts (Candidate)
With over 20 years of experience in music education and has served as a music teacher and even the school-wide music director at multiple international schools in Thailand and China
Works as a solo pianist, composer, choir conductor, vocal coach, etc., and has participated in numerous international music festivals and public concerts held both domestically and internationally
Has obtained professional certificates in music education, pop music teaching, jazz improvisation, and other music-related fields from Berklee College of Music in the United States
A member of various music organizations such as the Wibi Piano Academy in the Netherlands, the Beijing International Music Festival Association, and the Kodály Society of the Philippines
Has been invited to perform as a special guest for the President of Indonesia and members of the Thai royal family
Has received awards such as the Indonesian Embassy Music Award and the Government Service Award
Lene Dai
Art Teacher
Tianjin University of Commerce–Bachelor of Art Design
Central Academy of Fine Arts–Master of Art Design
Dalian Polytechnic University–Master of Art Design
With 10 years of teaching experience in IGCSE/A-Level, serving as an academic leader
An examiner for Art and Design subjects at Pearson Edexcel
Proficient in portfolio guidance for Graphic Design and Fine Arts
Has mentored numerous students who have been admitted to prestigious art schools worldwide, including University of the Arts London, University of Edinburgh, Glasgow School of Art, Pratt Institute, Rhode Island School of Design, Parsons School of Design, and Academy of Art University
Daniel Metcalfe
Design and Technology Teacher
University for the Creative Arts, UK - Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Photography
Holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Over 8 years of teaching experience, specializing in practical skills instruction including woodworking, metalworking, and electronics
Wendy Tan
Food Technology Teacher
University of West London–Bachelor of Hotel Management
Fluent in Chinese, English, and Malay
Has lived in Malaysia, Singapore, and the United Kingdom and possess over 10 years of experience in the hotel industry, including serving as a restaurant supervisor at a hotel
Holds an Advanced Certificate from the Boarding Schools' Association and has 4 years of boarding management experience
Has taught BTEC Level 3 Hotel Management courses for 3 years
Enjoys baking, cooking, traveling, and exploring nature
Franny Dimaano
Head of Computer Science
University of the Philippines–Bachelor of Computer Science
The National Open College,University of Applied Research and Development, UK-Master of Online Education
Central Luzon State University–Doctor of Philosophy in Developmental Education
Holds a Philippine Teaching License
Possesses 21 years of management and teaching experience in the Philippines,Thailand, Indonesia,and China
Qualified as an assessment expert for the Cambridge International Education Assessment Centre,UK,and the Oxford Cambridge and Royal Society of Arts,UK,among other qualifications
Phylicia Eu
Phylicia Yu
University of Malaysia Sarawak–Bachelor of Cognitive Science
University of Edinburgh–Master of Artificial Intelligence
Currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Education from the University of Glasgow,UK
Holds CELTA and TEFL certifications,and has extensive experience in teaching IGCSE and A-Level Computer Science
Proficient in multiple languages and skilled in various programming tools
Daniel Feng
Head of Business
Completed an accelerated Bachelor's to Master's program in Accounting (Top 10 nationally ranked program) at the University of Missouri-Columbia
Over 10 years of teaching experience delivering courses in Economics, Accounting, and Business Studies
Previously served 8 years as Accounting Supervisor at a prestigious Chinese international school, receiving Award-Winning Teacher honors in consecutive years
Served as Foreign Faculty Member and Graduate Student Supervisor for the School of Economics & Management at Shenyang Aerospace University
Native proficiency in both Chinese and English
Erin Zheng
Business Teacher
Kingston University–Bachelor of Accounting and Finance
Chartered Management Institute,Level 5 Certification in Management and Leadership
4 years of living experience with overseas students
Possess many years of boarding school management experience
Led students to participate in off-campus business competitions and multiple times led summer and winter camp activities at Sedbergh School
Loves life, enjoys traveling, and treats people with kindness and sincerity