Teachers and Staff

Britannia English Academy

Our Teachers

David B.

David B.

Senior Teacher
Hello, I’m David. I’m from the Manchester area and though I’ve spent a number of years teaching English abroad I am now back in my home city, working here at Britannia English Academy. I feel blessed here in working with supportive colleagues, and learners who are motivated, pleasant and engaging, and who come from such a wide variety of places and backgrounds. I usually leave work each day with a smile on my face because interaction with these learners is so rewarding.

Peter

Peter

Director of Studies
My name is Peter. I’m from Brighton on the south coast of England. After graduating from Surrey University in 2003 I joined the Metropolitan Police where I worked in Finance. In 2011 I fancied a new direction and taught TEFL in the DMZ in South Korea. After that I taught in Granada and Cordoba, enjoying 5 years in sunny Andalusia, Spain. I’ve moved to rainy Manchester to enjoy a slightly colder climate. My hobbies are playing the ukulele, painting waterfalls, freestyle jazz, darts and eating spicy food. I like teaching at BEA because my students are so energetic and vibrant.

Andy

Andy

Senior Teacher
Hi, I’m Andy. I was born in Manchester and have returned to my hometown after five years living in Castelldefels, in Catalonia. As of October 2017 I have taught English for six years. What I love most about teaching English is the opportunity it provides to meet people from a wide variety of cultures. I feel that learning about different values and traditions helps us to grow as individuals; being able to communicate effectively, therefore, can open up a new world for us to explore.

Yousef

Yousef

Teacher
Hi everyone, I’m Yousef, a Manchester native. I spent three years living in Australia from 2013-2016. After returning home to Manchester for a brief month, I then travelled around South America for 8 months, where I had my first English teaching job in rural Colombia. After gaining invaluable experience, in 2019 I moved to Hanoi, Vietnam where I taught English in a language school for fifteen months. I am an avid football fan and a keen Manchester United fan (for my sins) and I also practise Muay Thai (Thai kickboxing) when I have free time, so to all potential new students... make sure you do your homework!

Zara

Zara

Teacher
I became an English teacher because I love languages! I studied TESOL and English at university and gained my TrinityCert teaching qualification at the same time. I worked in different language schools before returning to university to complete a Master's degree in TESOL. I love engaging with the students and watching them blossom into competent users of English. I love engaging with students in the class and I can't wait for you to join us at BEA.

Andrew

Andrew

Teacher
Hello, I'm Andrew and I'm originally from Ireland. I'm an English Literature and Mathematics graduate, but my passion for English has grown and grown. I have always worked with people and as my love for English grew I knew I wanted to teach. Working with students and watching them develop is so rewarding. Not only do they progress but I do too, both personally and professionally. I have met students from all over the world and they help me to experience their cultures through their developing English and together we get to travel the world in our classes. I can't wait to meet you in my class one day. 

Martin

Martin

Teacher
My name is Martin! I have been teaching EFL for over 28 years. I spent over 16 years in Asia, teaching in Hong Kong, The Philippines and South Korea, before returning to The UK in 2007. In England, I have specialised in teaching Cambridge Examination English from Elementary level (KET-A2) to (CAE – C1) and IELTS. I have taught many different nationalities in Europe, Asia and The Middle East. Currently I teach from beginners to IELTS and advanced English students.

Huw

Huw

Teacher
Hi! My name is Huw. I have been teaching English for over eight years. I taught in Madrid, Spain. I love to teach vocabulary and grammar. I can speak Spanish and Welsh. I enjoy working at Britannia because the staff are friendly and it’s a fun place to work and study.

Nicole

Nicole

Teacher
Hi, I'm Nicole! I was born and raised in Manchester and I now teach English in this lovely city. I studied Linguistics and Creative Writing at The University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University respectively and started teaching at the BEA after I graduated with my bachelor's. I greet every new day with a smile and endeavour to ensure English learning is an enjoyable experience!

British English Academy

Administration

Marta

Marta

Business Development and Operations Manager 
Hello, my name is Marta and I am the Sales Manager at Britannia English Academy. I am Italian and my passion is travelling and getting to know different cultures and their traditions. I lived in Australia and London before Manchester and I have many years of experience in customer service and sales. I am a very motivated and hard-working person. Working for Britannia (and in this field generally) has given me a lot of fulfilment and reward. I am responsible for the international recruitment of students as well as the partnerships with agencies and institutions.

Ilaria

Ilaria

HR & Administration Manager
Hello everyone, I'm Ilaria and I'm from Italy. After I finished my diploma in high school I decided to move to London just for a month to learn English and...- nine years later - here I am! I lived in London for 6 years and then moved to Manchester 3 years ago. I'm in love with the city as you have the chance to meet people from all over the world, explore new cultures, and learn about each other.  That is also what makes me so proud to work for Britannia. I enjoy welcoming students from different countries, recommending places to visit, helping them to choose what they are looking for, and seeing their achievements and motivation during the course.

Youssra

Youssra

Sales & Operations Coordinator 
Hello and Salam! I'm Youssra and my path has led me on an exciting route from the captivating corners of Marrakech, the charm of Valencia, and the vibrant streets of Paris, to ultimately finding a home here in the heart of Manchester. My enchanting journey with the English language began as a passionate 16 year-old in Marrakech, where I embarked on a quest to master the language at a local school. A decade later, I stand proudly as part of the Britannia English Academy, where diverse cultures converge, and communication barriers fade away. What truly ignites my passion here at Britannia English Academy is the kaleidoscope of students from every corner of the globe.

Joy

Joy

Marketing Officer
Hello! My name is Joy Zhou, and I'm from Shanghai, China. I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in film production in the USA. I have been a filmmaker, travelling and working on film sets for many years. I came to Manchester in September 2022 to study for a Master's in Screenwriting at the University of Manchester. I'm also a passionate Manchester City fan! What I truly enjoy about working at BEA is the friendly international atmosphere. It allows me to connect with staff and students from around the world. Having been an international student myself, I can relate to their excitement, happiness, and occasional worries about adapting to a new environment.

Camila

Camila

Administration Officer 
Hello, I am Camila! I am originally from Brazil. After an exciting exchange in Ireland in 2019, I’ve called Manchester home for about three years. Sharing experiences and immersing myself in different cultures is what I love most about Britannia. I am here to assist you and make your visit to our school a delightful experience!

Laura

Laura

Administration Supervisor 
Hello everyone! My name is Laura and I’m from Malaga, Spain. I moved to Manchester after deciding university wasn’t for me. I came looking for a new adventure, thinking I would only stay for the summer and then keep travelling, but here I am three years later, living a new life and completely in love with the country. I find myself now working at Britannia English Academy, with an amazing team and meeting people from all around the world. My favourite part is seeing how the students connect with each other, the teachers and the staff!

Silvia

Silvia

Accommodation Officer 
Hi, everyone! My name is Silvia. I'm from Alicante, Spain and I have been living in the UK for a long time. I previously lived in Florence, Italy where I left a piece of my heart but I have now found my home here in Manchester. I worked as a nursery nurse for a few years until I decided to try something new and that change brought me to Britannia where I work as the accommodation officer. I love travelling so I feel lucky to be able to work in the Academy surrounded by people from all over the world.

Maria Andrea

Maria Andrea

Latam Representative
Hi! My name is Maria, I’m from Colombia. I studied Law at university and when I graduated in 2017 I moved to Manchester, to study at BEA. I went back to Colombia in 2018 and became passionate about travelling, discovering the world and different cultures. Since 2022 I’ve worked for the Latin American market, helping people to enjoy the same lovely experience I had abroad while learning English.

Ingrid

Ingrid

Latam Representative
Hi, my name is Ingrid and I’m from Brazil. I work for the Latin American market. I lived for 12 years in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I graduated in Fashion Design in 2015 and in International Trade in 2019. I’ve been working in the educational industry since 2019, focusing on courses abroad. I love it! I love travelling and learning about other cultures. You can talk to me in English, Portuguese and Spanish and I’ll be thrilled to help you with your dream course abroad!

Yukie

Yukie

Asia Representative
Hello. My name is Yukie. I’m originally from Japan. I moved to Manchester in 2011. I studied Primary School Education at university. I was a primary school teacher in Japan. I studied abroad in America and Australia while I was at university, so I know how good the experience is. Then I worked in America as a childcare provider for 2 years. Since I moved to the UK I have worked for an airline as a booking agent. Through these experiences I have learned how you feel when you are studying English abroad, when you are living abroad, and also how difficult it is to learn, speak and teach English too 😉

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