Anna Maroutian
General Manager
Anna Maroutian
General Manager
Dublin
I have over 15 years of English language teaching experience and speak 4 languages fluently. I am a keen portrait photographer and have lived in Armenia, Russia, Argentina, the USA, Malaysia, Thailand and Italy – which I consider to be my second home.
I have been based in Dublin for 5 years now! I love it here! Having recently joined the wonderful Frances King team, I’m looking forward to helping make our students’ experience in our school, and indeed Dublin, as memorable as possible.
Catherine Farren
Teacher
Catherine Farren
Teacher
London
I'm half Dutch and half British and grew up in South Africa where I studied English, theatre-craft and landscape architecture. I qualified as a teacher in the UK.
I spent twenty years of my life in the theatre, five years running a landscape business and I have also taught English since 1980.
London is a great place to live and I spend my free time on my bike, in my roof garden, with my five kids and at pub theatre (not forgetting time spent with Tycho, my cat!)
Teaching is a great pleasure for me and I learn as much from my students as they do from me.
I love thrillers, the Victoria and Albert museum and enjoy a good meal with friends in a Middle Eastern restaurant.
Chizuko Nakao
Accounts Receivable Controller
Chizuko Nakao
Accounts Receivable Controller
Dublin
London
I studied " European and American Studies with English language " at my University in Japan. I worked for about 10 years in Japan before I came to the UK, in Oct 2003. I did Business English related study in Herts for 6 months then moved to London to do a 6 months Internship at Frances King as a Student Advisor. Originally it was my 1-year big challenge study abroad plan but it was too short so I decided to extend my challenge London life. Since April 2005, I've been working for Frances King as a Bookings (Marketing) co-ordinator. I hope all Frances King students enjoy their study and the London life with us!
Dalija Vujec
Teacher
Dalija Vujec
Teacher
Dublin
I started as an EFL teacher in Croatia over ten years ago and found that I absolutely love the interaction with a group and seeing and facilitating people's growth and learning. In 2018, inspired by Adrian Underhill's plenary talk 'Teaching and New Leadership' at ELT Ireland 4th Annual Conference, I decided to upgrade my teaching skills and train to become a certified life coach. The coach training has helped me to become a more effective listener and communicator and to empower our EFL students by giving them the right tools and support on their learning journeys.
Daria Wrzesinska
Sales Co-ordinator
Daria Wrzesinska
Sales Co-ordinator
Dublin
London
“My adventure at Frances King started 3 years ago, when I worked here as an intern. Originally I only planned to stay for 3 months, but London was always close to my heart, and I decided to move here after completing my Masters Degree in International Relations & Trade. I worked in a retail shop for a while but re-joined Frances King in 2013 and have been working in Sales Team ever since. I enjoy every day at work, thanks to the lovely people I work with and students who I can help with their London experience. In my free time I enjoy travelling, spending time with my friends, cinema, dining out and going to the gym. I hope all of our students will fall in love with the school and London as much as I did.”
Eisuke Suzuki
Marketing Manager
Eisuke Suzuki
Marketing Manager
Dublin
London
I started working at Frances King as Marketing Manager for Japan in 2005. I have studied English in London and have taken a Master's degree at University in London. Previously I worked in media in Tokyo, as a sports journalist. At Frances King, I am responsible for student care and promotion of the school in Japan. In my spare time I play baseball and am the Captain of one of the most successful baseball clubs in London!
Elena Gardelli
Visual Design
Elena Gardelli
Visual Design
Dublin
London
After studying marketing in Rome I decided to come to London for six months to improve my English. However I immediately fell in love with this amazing city and I did all I could to stay. I worked as a waitress for a while then as a customer service executive at the Natural History Museum until I got a job at Frances King. I love working here as everybody is so friendly and everyday I have the chance to meet people from all over the world. In my free time I like reading books, painting and sculpting with recycled materials.
Elena Trevisanello
Sales Co-ordinator
Elena Trevisanello
Sales Co-ordinator
London
I am originally from Italy but I have been living in London since 1995.
I have always worked in international and cosmopolitan environments, I have been working in language schools in London for nearly 20 years mostly dealing with student accommodation.
I enjoy meeting and talking to people from different cultures and helping them in every way I can to make sure everyone has the best possible experience while studying in London!
Emily Walsh
Teacher
Emily Walsh
Teacher
Dublin
I’ve been teaching English since 2015. I have a degree in Psychology, a MA in Public Affairs and Political Communication and I am currently completing a MRes on the Social Return on Investment in Education. My work as an English teacher has afforded me the opportunity to learn about different cultures and to create a cohesive learning environment.
My aim in Frances King is to provide a dynamic and diverse learning environment that caters to all learners and to create positive memories and experiences for students. The best part of my job is that no day is the same. Every student brings something different to the classroom environment which makes it an ideal space for debate and discussion.
I have a keen interest in mental health, educational psychology and music.
Garth Younghusband
Director
Garth Younghusband
Director
London
I am proud of the teaching and care we provide for all our students. All our staff - the Student Advisors, Directors of Studies, Teachers, Accommodation Advisors and Social Organisers - are dedicated to making your stay in London enjoyable and a success. We all look forward to welcoming you to Frances King and London.
Gavin Hards
Academic Team Leader
Gavin Hards
Academic Team Leader
London
I was delivered by the stork on a cold and windy November day some years ago..It was supposed to deliver me to London but it got a bit lost and I ended up in Kent. I've been teaching for what feels like an eternity but is actually about 8 years. I spent almost 6 years teaching in Taiwan which was feichang hao! My Chinese is ok but don't expect conversations about nuclear physics. I love London for its amazing weather and fantastic food, as well as its superb language school... I forget the name. ;) I’m a keen ornithologist and spend most of my weekend watching birds.
Geoff Nursey
Teacher and Activity Leader
Geoff Nursey
Teacher and Activity Leader
London
I have lived and worked in Budapest in Hungary and Frankfurt in Germany. My background is in the arts, I studied at Maidstone College of Art in the early eighties ( BA (Hons) Fine Art). I have always been interested in creative subjects. In recent years I have concentrated more on writing and teaching. I started teaching in 1997 and have worked for a number of schools and colleges. I like all the usual things cinema, theatre and karate.
Ita Hennessy
Academic Manager
Ita Hennessy
Academic Manager
Dublin
Hi, My name is Ita and I have been working as an English language teacher since 2002. I have lived and worked as a teacher in both Ireland and Mexico. I also lived in London and the US for shorter periods of time. Before becoming a teacher I worked in the catering industry and social care. I have a degree in Anthropology and Celtic Studies. My other interests include psychology, art, Spanish, linguistics, sport (watching), current events and cooking. I joined Frances King in 2014 and enjoy working in a multicultural environment.
Jessica Kruckenfellner
Social Media Coordinator and Sales Assistant
Jessica Kruckenfellner
Social Media Coordinator and Sales Assistant
London
I'm living in London since 2018 and started at Frances King as a Student Assistant in the same year. The captivating atmosphere of the school made me extend my experience here and now I divide my time between working as part of the Sales Team in direct contact with students and agents and managing the social media profiles of Frances King on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. I'm passionate about the learning journey and my daily goal is to make our students and partners have a unique experience.
Jo Tuite
Senior Teacher
Jo Tuite
Senior Teacher
Dublin
In 2010, I graduated with a degree in Radiation Therapy from Trinity College, Dublin. However a love of adventure, travel and other cultures led me to change direction and train to be an English language teacher. It was the best decision I ever made! Over the years I have been lucky enough to backpack throughout Asia, Australia, South America and the USA. I enjoy teaching in the classroom everyday, meeting amazing students from all over the world and of course, having the "craic" with them! Outside of work I'm kept busy with my 3 year old daughter and baby son. My aim is to help all students have a positive, worthwhile study experience in beautiful Dublin.
Joanna Modrzewska
Homestay Accommodation Manager
Joanna Modrzewska
Homestay Accommodation Manager
London
I moved to England back in 2013 to do a master’s degree in Applied Linguistics. While at university, I started working at a language school and instantly fell in love with its international environment. Years passed and I have travelled and worked at different schools, but have always enjoyed helping people from all over the world to find their way in a new place. I joined Frances King in 2018 and I’m in charge of your accommodation. In the past, I have lived in Poland, France, Chile, and Argentina, so I know what it’s like to move to a new country – I will do my best to help you make your stay here a great experience!
Kanwal Narula
Teacher and Exams Officer / UPS Advisor
Kanwal Narula
Teacher and Exams Officer / UPS Advisor
London
Hello, my name is Kanwal and I have been teaching at Frances King for nine years. I taught English abroad for seven years living in Italy, Spain and Germany and greatly enjoy and appreciate the opportunity my job gives me to get to know people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
Kelly Harding
Head of Administration
Kelly Harding
Head of Administration
Dublin
London
I started teaching English in 1997, moved to Frances King in 2000 and then got involved in online teaching in 2004. I now work on the Frances King Online system, which provides the test for new students. Like most teachers here I am very interested in languages and linguistics. I speak Spanish well, French badly and keep trying to learn Hawaiian, but I think I will need to go there for at least one year to study it properly!
Laurine Tastet
Head of Sales
Laurine Tastet
Head of Sales
Dublin
London
I am from France but England always appealed to me for its culture and language. I used to be a Frances King student and therefore I intend to use my experience in order to help our students in their choices at the school. I really enjoyed my student life and I am still amazed by what London has to offer, I am happy to guide all students willing to come over for a great adventure.
Liz Porter
Teacher
Liz Porter
Teacher
Dublin
Hi, I’m Liz and I’ve been teaching since 2008. Before that I worked in the wine industry (fun!) and the promotional gifts industry (not fun!). I've been a teacher at FK (definitely fun!) since 2011 and am now part of the team helping the brand go global at the new Dublin branch. I'm enjoying getting to know a new city which offers a different but equally stimulating experience as London. I’ve also lived in Spain, Mexico and Singapore.
Lois Mackenzie
Teacher
Lois Mackenzie
Teacher
London
I have been an EFL teacher for many years and have worked in Spain, France and the UK. Prior to this I graduated in Law and then worked for a few years in the financial services sector. I love teaching and learning languages and speak reasonable French and rusty Spanish and Italian. My free time is spent trying to keep fit and going to the cinema.
Magdalena Ogiello
Teacher
Magdalena Ogiello
Teacher
Dublin
I have 20 years experience of teaching English as a foreign language. I have a Master Degree in English language teaching from Trinity College Dublin (M.Phil in ELT) and M.A. in English Philology from University of Gdansk in Poland. I am also a qualified examiner of English as a foreign language for the Polish Matura exams (a leaving school certificate equivalent to A-levels in Ireland). I have been teaching English to different levels and age groups in Poland and Ireland. I like to adapt new ideas in language teaching in a creative way to make sure they are suitable and enjoyable for all my students.
Maria Klincheva
Accounts Payable Controller
Maria Klincheva
Accounts Payable Controller
London
I studied accounting at University in Bulgaria. I moved to London in February 2016. Coming to London was a big challenge for me, but this city has changed my life. In the beginning I worked as a waitress for a year, until in September 2017 I found my dream job at Frances King. I’m happy working here, because being part of this school is giving me the opportunity to meet people from all over the world. I like travelling and sightseeing in my free time.
Maricel Samson
Head of Programmes
Maricel Samson
Head of Programmes
London
After working as a civil servant for eight years, I moved into teaching EFL, and haven't ever regretted it. I understand what it's like to be an international student - I studied Modern European Studies at university, and spent a semester studying at Aix-en-Provence University as part of the course. In my spare time, I love going to the theatre and museums. I have been learning Spanish as a hobby for over seven years now, and hope to become proficient one day.
Orla Ni Sheaghdha
Student Services Manager
Orla Ni Sheaghdha
Student Services Manager
Dublin
Born to an Irish father and a French mother I have always loved languages. As a teenager I used to spend my summers learning Irish in the Gaeltacht and I enjoyed living with others my own age and experiencing life through another language. Now, I am on the other side of the fence, teaching English to eager learners and placing students with host families who will make them feel welcome in Dublin. It is such a pleasure to come to school every day and work in a diverse and multicultural environment.
Patricia Bovis
Teacher
Patricia Bovis
Teacher
London
After spending several years as a housewife, teaching English on a voluntary basis and living in Barbados, Jamaica and Singapore, I finally settled in London and started teaching English full time at Frances King in 1994. I’m a terrible golfer, a competent tennis player and also enjoy reading and running.
Paula Bailey
Marketing Manager
Paula Bailey
Marketing Manager
Dublin
London
I have worked at Frances King for over 10 years, for the past 7 years as the Marketing Manager. I have a very wide experience of all aspects of EFL having worked as a teacher overseas (in Greece and Portugal) before working as an Administrator and Manager at the school. My greatest pleasure in working at Frances King is seeing the progress that students make during their stay and knowing that our teachers and staff have helped them to achieve this.
Pauline Bouchat
Sales Coordinator
Pauline Bouchat
Sales Coordinator
London
My adventure at Frances King began more than 7 years ago when I took a course here and started to work as an intern, before becoming a full member of the sales team. I have always loved the London spirit, and I think there is no better place in the world to learn English. At our school, people from around the globe can come together and discover each other’s cultures while learning English! We look forward to welcoming you here.
Sandra Byrne
Teacher
Sandra Byrne
Teacher
Dublin
I’m a local from Blackrock, a stones throw from Frances King’s school in Dublin’s fair city. I’ve been a teacher here for almost three years now, and love my job.
Just to give you some background. I have an BA (Hons) in English Literature, Media and Cultural Studies, and I’m CELT certified. I’m currently studying DELTA, and hope to have completed it by next year.
Teaching English to students from all over the globe is both fascinating and rewarding, and I’ve been doing so for many years. I teach all levels of English, from the very beginners up to advanced students, and like them I’m always learning!
Sophie McDonald
Teacher
Sophie McDonald
Teacher
Dublin
I'm a born and raised Dubliner, and have been an English teacher for three years. I've been a part of the FK Dublin family since 2017. Since that time I have had the pleasure of meeting wonderful people from all over the world, and sharing the English language and Irish culture with them. For me, the best thing about teaching is that I learn so much from my students, about their cultures and professions and ways of life. My passions are history, mythology, literature, music, and spending time in nature. I have also lived in Italy, and very briefly in the USA.
Yoko Moriya
Sales Co-ordinator
Yoko Moriya
Sales Co-ordinator
Dublin
London
When I was a little child, I often listened to The Beatles with my mother. She kept telling me to learn Queen’s English. When I was a teenager, I started listening to more 60’s and 70’s British bands such as The Kinks, The Who, Cream etc. and became more interested in learning English in the UK. So now I live in London and I love my London life. I am here to help you to have a great experience with Frances King. I look forward to welcoming you to our school soon.