Staff Profiles
Year 7 – Year 8
At St Christopher’s, our dedicated and well-qualified team of staff put your children at the heart of everything we do.
Year 7 – Year 8
Rosemary Mitchell
Year 7 RM
Rosemary is a graduate of the University of Glasgow and has completed her PGCE in Secondary Science at Manchester Metropolitan University. Her career began in the vibrant city of London, where she honed her teaching skills and developed innovative approaches to engage students in the wonders of science. Seeking new challenges and experiences, she then transitioned to an international school in Oman, where she continued to cultivate a love for scientific inquiry. An avid traveler, Rosemary has a zest for exploring new places and immersing herself in diverse cultures. This adventurous spirit enriches her teaching, as she brings a global perspective to the classroom, encouraging students to see science as a universal language that connects us all. Rosemary is passionately dedicated to helping students understand how the world around them works. She is eager to share this passion with the students in Penang. As she joins our school, she hopes to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment, fostering curiosity and a deep appreciation for science in every student.
Nikki Charlesworth-Winch
Year 7 NC
Nikki is originally from Dorset in the South West of the United Kingdom and still lives and works in and around the area. She has a BEd (Hons) in Primary Education with a specialism in Art and Design from Plymouth University. From teaching swimming as a teenager, Nikki has always wanted to be a teacher, she has been teaching for 8 years now and has been the art coordinator for her school for 7 years. Nikki works hard to ensure that children of all ages and abilities are enthusiastic and enjoy participating in all aspects of school life. Nikki has recently completed her National Award in Special Education Needs from the University of Exeter.
In her spare time, Nikki loves nothing more than to walk, explore and photograph the beautiful coastal area in which she lives. She is an avid reader and is a big fan of soaking up the sun whilst reading a good book.
Nikki has always loved travelling and has spent time exploring new countries. When travelling in South America she gained her PADI certificate and is looking forward to diving in all of the amazing spots around Malaysia.
Nikki is extremely excited for this new adventurous challenge and can not wait to surround herself with the amazing weather, food, people and landscapes of Penang.
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Theo Hurford
Year 8 TH
Theo is from London in the United Kingdom, and having grown up there moved to North East of England to study at Durham University. After graduating with a BA in Classics, Theo joined the Teach First programme where he trained as a maths teacher, and he has since taught at secondary level for five years in schools in Hartlepool and Teesside. Outside the classroom, Theo is an enthusiastic runner, a keen trombone player, and a fan of number based puzzles (particularly killer sudokus). With a variety of teaching experiences and schools under his belt, Theo is excited to be starting a new challenge in a different country – and can’t wait to spread enthusiasm for maths and problem solving in Penang!
Ryan Ganose
Year 8
Ryan is originally from Manchester, in the United Kingdom. He gained his degree in English Literature at Loughborough University before competing the Teach First leadership programme, a charity that aims to end educational inequality. Ryan comes from a long line of educators, having inherited his desire to teach from his mother and grandmother.
After a four years of teaching in Oldham, Ryan’s love of travel has led him to Penang, where he hopes to continue to empower students through literature.
In his spare time, Ryan enjoys running, hiking, climbing and cooking dishes from a variety of cultures.