Mr Josh grew up in the United Kingdom. After teaching in a primary school in London, he moved to Hong Kong in 2013 and began focusing on Early Childhood Education. He earned his PGDE at the University of Hong Kong studying Early Childhood Education. He hopes to inspire each and every child to develop a love of learning and personal development that will last throughout their lives. In his spare time he likes drawing, playing piano, and observing nature with his young son.

竇老師來自台灣，她在台灣獲得學前教育學士學位，並在上海華東師範大學研修漢語教師培訓課程。竇老師先後在台北、上海、香港，擔任合格幼稚園教師。

竇老師相信每個孩子擁有不一樣的天份，需要老師給予不同的學習方法細心 灌溉。竇老師希望培養孩子獨立思考、解決問題、求知與愛人的能力，在學習 的道路上，認識喜歡自我，實現自我。

在空閒時間，竇老師喜歡旅行，以及和家人共渡美好時光。

Ms Debbie Dou is from Taiwan, where she obtained her bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. She also completed the Mandarin Teacher Training Programme at Shanghai East China Normal University. She has taught as a qualified kindergarten teacher in Taipei, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

Ms Dou believes that every child has different talents and follows a different learning path. She hopes to develop the children's ability to think independently, solve problems, seek knowledge, and love others.

In her spare time, Ms Dou enjoys travelling and spending time with her family.

張梅老師來自中國北京。在香港教育大學畢業，專修幼兒教育，持有學位教師教育文憑的資歷，並在國家語委普通話水平測試中考獲二級甲等的成績。張老師從事幼兒教育13年之久，教學經驗豐富，曾在香港數間知名的國際幼稚園任教，擔任普通話班主任的職務。

張老師認為每位孩子都是獨一無二的，透過每天與孩子的相處，了解尊重孩子間的個別差異，協助並與孩子一起快樂地成長，是張老師最樂見且享受的過程。

Ms Virginia (Zhang Lao Shi) is from Beijing. Since graduating from The Education University of Hong Kong, where she specialised in Early Childhood Education, Ms Virginia has accumulated over 13 years of experience teaching Putonghua with a level 2-A proficiency in the National Putonghua Proficiency Test. Ms Virginia worked in a number of reputable international kindergartens in Hong Kong before joining PIPS.

Ms Virginia believes that every child is unique. She deeply appreciates the opportunity to spend quality time with each child every school day. While getting to know and respect each child as an individual, Ms Virginia seeks to nurture and help each of them grow and develop strength and independence.

Bernie is of Filipino descent but born and raised in Hong Kong. Growing up in a musical family ignited a passion for music, setting her afoot into a career in the music industry, which progressed into vocal coaching and teaching choirs, and finally education. With more than 16 years of experience in preschool education, Bernie has taught in prominent local kindergartens, continuously incorporating singing and music into her classes.

Having a genuine love for children, Bernie is also a mother of four - two girls and two boys. She is dedicated to helping children achieve their goals while motivating their enthusiasm to learn.

In her spare time, Bernie teaches a children’s choir at a local church and volunteers in a music ministry for the church’s teen peer support group. She also loves cycling, aquascaping and teaching new tricks to her family's pet birds.

Cynthia was born in Vancouver, Canada, and completed her secondary education in Taipei, Taiwan. Her background is in hospitality management where she holds a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration from Cornell University and a Professional Chef Diploma from Le Cordon Bleu.

Now a registered teacher in Hong Kong holding a Postgraduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education from Hong Kong Baptist University, Cynthia believes that all children are unique and learn best through play and inquiry. She strives to create a welcoming and stimulating environment in which children can express their creativity and self-expression.

In her spare time, Cynthia likes baking cakes and pies, doing yoga and outdoor sports that allow her to see and experience the sights of Hong Kong.

Rebecca is from England and Hong Kong. She graduated with a Bachelor degree in Psychology and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Education with a specialism in Psychological Studies in Education.

Since 2017, she has taught English to native and non-native English speakers aged 2 to 14 and has found immense joy in seeing students grow and build confidence as they develop new skills. She has a passion to help children to develop independence through interacting and playing with others, to allow them to be creative and fluent users of English.

In her spare time, Rebecca enjoys painting, reading, baking, and visiting cafes.

劉老師畢業於香港教育大學，並持有教育碩士學位，現正在香港大學進修學位 教師教育文憑課程。她擁有國家語委普通話一級乙等證書，並已在學前教育界 扎根十多年。劉老師除了擁有在港香港國際幼稚園教學的經驗外，也曾在上海 的IB國際幼稚園擔任中文教師。劉老師認為每一位小朋友都有著自己獨特的個 性，每一個行為都有發自內心的原因，小朋友們的潛力是無限的，等待著被發 現和發掘！

Graduating from The Hong Kong Education University with a Master’s degree in Education and achieving Level 1-B in the National Putonghua Proficiency Test, Liu Lao Shi is seeking to further her skill set by studying for a PGDE at The University of Hong Kong. Liu Lao Shi has lots of experience in Early Childhood Education having fulfilled roles in international kindergartens in both Hong Kong and Shanghai.

Liu Lao Shi believes that every child is unique and tries to understand the reason that lies behind their behaviour. She believes it is the teachers’ role to guide and support the children in order to help them to achieve their full potential.

Previously a teacher at PIPS Kowloon.

Amelia was born and raised in Namibia. She completed her studies in South Africa before moving to Hong Kong three years ago.

During her pursuit of a career in education, she obtained a Btech in Fine Arts, as well as her PGCE from the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Since then, she spent seven insightful years teaching a variety of age groups. In the process she discovered her passion for early childhood education. She endeavours to make learning fun and engaging, and attempts to instil a sense of creativity and curiosity in each child.

Jodi was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa. She completed her Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in dramatic arts. After graduating, she moved to the United States to teach drama, which is where her passion for teaching began! After two years she decided to move to Hong Kong and started working as an English teacher working with children of a variety of ages. Jodi decided to complete her Postgraduate Certificate in Education, and has been working as a class teacher in kindergarten ever since.

A passionate teacher committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment, Jodie always looks for ways to encourage children’s holistic growth and development. Jodi is known for her singing and dance parties, her crazy hair, and her love for messy play! She is looking forward to being a part of your child’s learning journey in the upcoming school year.

In her spare time, Jodi enjoys baking, gardening, painting and being outdoors in nature with her friends.

Justyna is originally from Poland and lived in both the UK and in India for the past 20 years, before moving to Hong Kong. She obtained an Open BA degree from the Open University where she studied Early Years, Psychology of Childhood and Youth, and Forensic Psychology.

Justyna has been working in various Early Years settings in the UK for the past 18 years. She is passionate about children’s learning and development. In particular Justyna believes in learning through play, through which she seeks to empower young children, helping them to become more confident, make good choices, and learn from their experiences.

In her spare time, Justyna loves cycling, hiking, and exploring Hong Kong.

Being the daughter of a diplomat, Swati travelled widely during her childhood and experienced a variety of educational settings. Since making Hong Kong her home in 2007 she has earned another degree studying Sports Science at the University of Hong Kong and completed a PGDE in Early Childhood from The Hong Kong Education University.

Swati has been working in the early childhood setting for over 10 years, starting her career as a kid’s gym trainer, before teaching playgroup classes in an International preschool. She is a firm believer in learning through play and is always seeking new sensory ideas. She strives to meet children’s individual needs and encourages children to have determination and perseverance.

In her free time, Swati likes to train at the gym, go for walks, and listen to music.

丁蓉老師來自中國江蘇，在武漢大學獲取學士學位以後，來港深造幼兒教育，並在香港教育大學取得相關教學資歷。

丁老師認為幼兒教育是一項以生命影響生命的工作。老師的身教和言教同為重要。她重視用愛心去欣賞包容每一個孩子，把善良的種子植在孩子的心中，期待他們有朝一日也能以所長貢獻社會，幫忙別人。

Ms Tina comes from Jiangsu, China. After completing her degree in Wuhan University, she moved to Hong Kong and earned her Postgraduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education.

Ms Tina believes that the job of a preschool teacher is very meaningful and can have a very large effect on the lives of the children they teach. She believes in teaching by example and that the words we choose are very important, as teachers have the power to plant the seeds of kindness in the hearts of our children. She always tries to appreciate children with a loving eye, and treat them with a tolerant heart.

曾老師自2005年畢業於香港教育大學後一直從事幼兒教育工作，曾於香港及 台灣兩地任教，對教學的熱誠多年不變。

曾老師享受陪伴孩子們成長。她的教育理念是強調透過繪本和遊戲，建構學習 和情境塑造，讓孩子在愉快的氣氛下學習，以激發孩子內在的學習動機。此外 ，曾老師亦著重培養孩子正面的學習態度，並以多樣豐富的教學技巧和方法， 幫助幼兒持久不斷地自主學習。孩子的笑容和成長就是曾老師工作最大的動 力。

Zeng Lao Shi graduated from The Hong Kong Education University in 2005, and has been working in Early Childhood Education ever since. Teaching young learners in both Hong Kong and Taiwan, she has gained a wealth of experience. Despite the passing years, Zeng Lao Shi’s passion towards teaching remains as strong as ever.

Zeng Lao Shi takes pride in being a part of her students' journeys. She believes in the power of creating a harmonious learning environment for children to learn via stories and games. She hopes to inspire children to find their own motivation toward learning, as well as to shape them into possessing a positive learning attitude.

王老師來自中國福建。她非常熱愛音樂，持有中國音樂教育學士學位，並有多年在香港幼稚園教授的經驗。

王老師以愛心和溫暖去包容愛護每一位幼兒。她認為陪伴、引導和幫助孩子成長的過程中，也是成年人自我修養、成長、收穫的美好經歷。她從心感謝每一個她有幸陪伴的孩子，因為孩子們也是她的老師。

Ms Melody comes from Fujian, China, and loves music very much. She holds a bachelor's degree in Chinese music education and has many years of experience working with kindergarten children in Hong Kong.

Ms Melody has deep love and warmth for young children. She believes that the process of accompanying, guiding and helping children to grow is a vitally important process, and enjoys the experience of cultivating, guiding and seeing her children grow. She is very grateful for every child that she has the honour to spend time with, because with their lovely personalities and energetic spirits they can teach us so much in return.

王老師畢業於南開大學，其後在香港大學教育學院進修教育專業普通話證書，學習成績優異，更在國家語委普通話水平測試中取得一級乙等的佳績。王老師自2015年起，在港從事幼兒普通話教學的工作，經驗豐富。

投身教育事業的多年間，王老師堅持從學生的性格和喜好出發，引導和啓發學生投入語言學習，享受課堂。她深信優質的雙語教育會令孩子們終身受益。 在閑暇時間，王老師喜歡做運動和聽音樂。

Ms Yanni graduated from Nankai University and achieved Grade One, Level B in the National Putonghua Proficiency Test. She also holds a Professional Certificate in Putonghua Teacher Training with Distinction from the Faculty of Education of The University of Hong Kong. Since 2015, she has been teaching Mandarin Chinese while working in both kindergartens and language training centres.

Over the past eight years, Ms Yanni has sought to guide and inspire students in language learning based on their individual personalities and preferences, and believes that high-quality bilingual education will benefit children for life.

In her spare time, Ms Yanni enjoys sports and music.

Since a young age, music has been an integral part of Xavier's life.

With a passion for flute and singing, Xavier has a string of accolades including grade 8 in singing and flute with further qualifications in theory of music.

Xavier has sung professionally in choirs around the world, from singing in the Vatican city for the Pope's inauguration to singing in the world famous King's College Chapel in Cambridge.

Xavier has always dreamed of sharing his love of music with the future generation and came to Hong Kong to pursue this dream teaching in some of the city's most prestigious schools.

Xavier strives to inspire his students to appreciate music in a fun and inspiring environment. He believes that the immeasurable reach and influence of a teacher develops a passion for learning that changes the world for the better, one life at a time.

趙老師畢業於香港浸會大學，持有中國語言文學碩士學位，並於香港教育大學 取得專業幼兒教育的學位教師教育文憑。趙老師從事幼兒教育工作超過十年， 教學經驗豐富，具在本地和國際學校教授幼兒普通話的經驗。在加入PIPS前， 趙老師曾在一所IB國際幼稚園任教七年，讓她對IB PYP國際文憑課程有相當的 了解。趙老師相信每一個小朋友都是獨一無二的，老師應該努力為小朋友創造 溫暖向上的學習環境和氛圍，鼓勵小朋友積極探索和勇於表達他們的想法，讓 每一個小朋友都能充分發揮自己的天賦和潛能。

Zhao Lao Shi graduated from The Hong Kong Baptist University with a Master’s Degree in Chinese Language, and went on to earn a PGDE at The Hong Kong Education University. She has over 10 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, with extensive experience teaching Putonghua to young children in both local and international school settings.

Before joining PIPS, Zhao Lao Shi taught in a school following the IB curriculum for seven years and gained a comprehensive understanding of the framework and methodology. She firmly believes that every child is unique. As a teacher, she strives to provide a positive and safe learning atmosphere in order to encourage children to confidently explore and express themselves, as well as to achieve their full potential.