School Leadership - ISA Tianhe International School

As the Head of ISA Tianhe School, Beth brings more than 30 years of education experience to our school. She became a founding member of ISA Tianhe International School of Guangzhou in 2016. Throughout her career, she has worked in Primary and Early Years schools in the UK and Europe, as well as IGCSE and A-Level schools in Russia.
Beth graduated from the University of Exeter with a BA Hons, and has a Postgraduate Diploma in literature, and a Postgraduate Certificate of Education. She has trained in Pedagogical Leadership, and holds IB Leadership Certificates, demonstrating her dedication to lifelong learning. Beth is also a TYCEMC Teacher Trainer and an advisor to the International Scholastic Trust (IST) of Singapore.
As the mother of three bilingual daughters who have attended Cambridge University, University of the Arts London, and the University of London, Beth is committed to our mother tongue programme and celebrates ISA Tianhe's inclusive multi cultural community. She has worked tirelessly as an educational leader to create respectful, friendly, and inclusive learning environments for students to experience the joy of learning.

Matthew brings more than 30 years’ experience of school leadership to ISA having led a series of world class, premium schools in China, Singapore, East Africa, Europe as well as in the UK. Matthew has led large and successful schools in Guangzhou, having previously lived and worked in China for six years. He was also Elementary School Principal of Antwerp International School and Principal of Middle School at the world- renowned United World College of South-East Asia.
Matthew is a strong academic leader with creativity and wisdom. He is excited to join ISA and aims to offer exceptional academic opportunities, care and individual attention to ISA students, and to play a part in maintaining our wonderful relationships throughout the entire school community.

As the Deputy Head of Primary at ISA Tianhe, Gary brings 9 years of Senior Leadership experience in prestigious international schools across China as well as 15 years of teaching practice. Prior to joining ISA, Gary helped develop a new start up school in Shenzhen and enjoys creating effective systems within the school environment.
Gary graduated from the University of Staffordshire with a BA Hons in Journalism and completed his PGCE at Brighton University. Gary is an advocate for life-long learning and is currently studying at Oxford University whilst also completing a master’s degree in Digital Education at The University of Edinburgh.
Gary believes that pastoral care and child wellbeing are vital components of a modern education, and that school should feel part of an extended family. He enjoys leading initiatives to promote safeguarding, health and safety, professional development and mindfulness whilst giving all students opportunities to show their best.

As the Deputy Head of Early Years, Caroline brings over 16 years of education experience to our school. Caroline became a member of ISA Tianhe International School of Guangzhou in 2018. Throughout her career, she has worked in Primary and Early Years schools in Ireland, UK and Hong Kong, as well as Early Childhood Centers in USA. Caroline graduated from Queens University of Belfast with both a BA Hons in Psychology and then later returned to complete her Masters Degree in Education.
She studied for her Postgraduate Certificate in Education at the University of Bath Spa. Caroline has trained in Special Education Needs provision and holds various IB certificates, as well as those specific for teaching English to second language learners. Caroline has held a mentor and supervisor role supporting colleagues who are completing their Postgraduate Certificate of Education. She enjoys forming close relationships with students, parents and co-workers to ensure all members of the ISA Tianhe school community feel seen, heard and valued.

Emine received a Bachelor’s degree of Education (Hons) from the University of Hertfordshire. QTS from the General Teaching Council for England (Teacher Regulation Agency).
With more than 15 years in the international education sector, she has served at both teaching team and leadership level including primary homeroom teacher, maths coordinator and PYP coordinator in several schools in different countries. she has extensive experiences in coordinating all aspects of PYP and Early Years departments and organizing the PYP exhibition. Additionally, Emine is an accredited IB PYP workshop leader, IT enthusiast and a bilingual communicator in English and Turkish. She is excited to join ISA Tianhe vibrant community.

Fengying Li graduated from Southwest University with a major in Chinese language and literature education. She has 16 years’ experience in Chinese teaching and class management and 9 years' experience in Chinese teaching in international school. She was the head of the teaching department and the leader of subject, and was awarded the title of excellent teacher, excellent educator and excellent head teacher. She has published many teaching papers in different educational magazines.
She joined the founding team of ISA Tianhe School in 2014 and is currently the Chinese Coordinator. She is committed to the art of Chinese classroom teaching, exploring the setting and implementation of Chinese curriculum in international schools. She participated in the construction of the Chinese curriculum model, integrating curriculum resources and developing school-based textbooks with the Chinese teacher team.
Fengying Li also organized the teaching and research of Chinese traditional culture, guided students to participate in various competitions and inquiry activities and won awards. She is very kind and easygoing, she loves thinking and learning. She has participated in international education seminars and IBO training many times and holds relevant certificates.

Sylvia joined ISA Tianhe in 2016 and as a valued member of the Senior Leadership Team, has responsibility for overseeing the day to day operations of the school. Over the past few years, she has been working on project development, industry research of International Education, business and procurement, co-curriculum, the ISA Charity Fund and operation management. She has practical understanding and experience of international education and international school management and is firmly committed to ensuring the smooth running of the school operations team enables the teachers to focus on their teaching and develop the students' learning.
With her profound conception of the ISA vision and mission, Sylvia devotes herself to the campus construction and operation management of ISA Tianhe, and strives to create a safe, orderly, comfortable and warm school environment for students.