Staff Profiles
Year 5 – Year 6
At St Christopher’s, our dedicated and well-qualified team of staff put your children at the heart of everything we do.
Year 5 – Year 6
Claire Reeves
Year 5 CR
Claire is originally from Bristol in the United Kingdom and has a BA Honours in Initial Teacher Education. After training at the University of the West of England, Claire was an Early Years teacher for 3 years. Her love of travel and exploration took her to Chengdu in China where she taught Year 1 for 2 years. During her time in China, Claire travelled extensively across South East Asia, including spending 3 weeks in Malaysia.
Outside of school, Claire’s passions include baking, yoga and exploring different cultures. Claire is married to Graham, a fellow teacher at SCIPS and together they have a daughter and a son. Claire is excited about beginning her 14th year of teaching and 5th year at SCIPS and looks forward to welcoming another class of fun and friendly Year 5 children.
Megan Loughlin
Year 5 ML
Megan is from Liverpool, England. She has a BA in Modern European Languages and after leaving university, she spent 5 years working in Logistics. Megan felt the need for a more meaningful career and decided to train to become a teacher. Upon qualifying, Megan went to work in Abu Dhabi, UAE. After 4 years there teaching year 2 and year 5, she is very excited to be starting a new chapter in Malaysia. Since studying in France and Spain as part of her university degree, Megan has always loved traveling and exploring new cultures. Aside from this, she enjoys going to the gym, sunbathing on the beach with a book and trying out new restaurants with friends.
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Charlie Howe
Year 5 CH
Charlie is originally from Bolton, which is just outside of Manchester in the United Kingdom. Whilst at university, Charlie spent time coaching sports and this was where his passion for teaching was discovered. Through coaching, he was able to spend time working and travelling around America, developing a deep love for exploring new places and meeting new people. He graduated with First Class Honours from his Sport degree at Sheffield Hallam University before gaining QTS through his Postgraduate Certificate in Education in Primary Education. Following his time at university, Charlie spent three years teaching in a Sheffield Primary school before making the decision to move to Penang to join the SCIPS family. He spent one wonderful year working with Year 3 children and is now excited to begin working with the Year 5 students.
Away from teaching, Charlie is passionate about all things sport and is a huge Bolton Wanderers supporter. He finds enjoyment playing golf and football, hiking, swimming and spending time in the gym. He also enjoys art and spends some of his free time drawing. He has thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to experience the diverse culture that Penang has whilst exploring the stunning scenery and beautiful landmarks of Malaysia.
Hannah Moore
Year 6 HM
Hannah comes from Leigh-on-Sea in England and has a BA ed in Primary Education and Art from the University of Reading. She remained in Reading at the start of her teaching career, teaching Year 3 and coordinating Art and Design before moving to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. In Vietnam she taught years 2 and 3 at an International British school, also leading Year 2 for 4 years. Before joining SCIPS, she spent a year teaching Year 5 in Tanzania. This is her third year teaching Year 6 at St Christopher’s where she particularly enjoys helping students become more independent learners in preparation for the next stage of their education. She is also PSHE and Year 6 lead. Outside of teaching, Hannah enjoys reading, pottery, painting, and hiking.
Charlotte Wright
Year 6 CW
Charlotte comes from Southend-on-Sea in England and has a BA (Hons) in Primary Education from Canterbury Christchurch University. After completing her degree, she taught Year 3 in Southend-On-Sea for two years before embarking on a new chapter in Almaty, Kazakhstan. During her four years in Kazakhstan, Charlotte taught students in Year 1, Year 3, and Year 5. She is very excited to move to Malaysia and become a member of the SCIPs community. In her free time, Charlotte enjoys reading, travelling and cooking.
Matthew Thomas
Year 6 MT
Matte is originally from the Forest of Dean, which is close to Bristol in the South of the United Kingdom. Matte always wanted to become a teacher and follow in his grandparents footsteps, who were successful headteachers. When at university, alongside his studies, Matte spent time coaching sports and this was where his passion for teaching was confirmed. Through coaching, he was able to spend time working and travelling around America, developing a deep love for exploring new places and meeting new people. He graduated from his Sport degree at Southampton Solent University before gaining QTS through his Postgraduate Certificate in Education in Primary Education. Following his time at university, Matte spent one year teaching in Bournemouth before teaching for three years in an inner city school in Bristol. Matte then continued his dream of working internationally where he joined an International School in Ho Chi Minh. Matte spent four years working in Vietnam, in year 4 and year 6.
Away from teaching, Matte is passionate about all things sport. Most of his spare time is spent doing sport related activities whether playing or spectating. He finds enjoyment playing golf, football, cricket or going hiking, swimming and spending time in the gym. Matte is looking forward to sampling the delicious variety of foods available and exploring what Penang has to offer.