Chris Gildroy

BSC (Hons) Software Engineering, University of Staffordshire

PGCE (ICT) Thomas Telford School 

Chris Gildroy joined BIS HCMC in August 2025 as a Teacher of Computer Science. He joins us from BIS Abu Dhabi, where he had been Head of Computing and Design Technology since 2017. Originally from Whitby, North Yorkshire—famous for its fish and chips and its connection to Dracula—Chris has a deep passion for problem-solving and technology. He believes that a student’s passion and perseverance are stronger indicators of success than academic ability alone. Becoming a teacher was his way of sharing his enthusiasm for computing and watching students develop skills in coding, technical ability, and creative problem-solving.

Outside of school, Chris enjoys working on quantitative trading strategies, CAD/CAM projects involving 3D printing and CNC machining, and cycling. He is moving to Ho Chi Minh City with his wife and young daughter, who will be in Year 1.

Chris is a self-confessed tech nerd who believes technology empowers all students and enhances learning across subjects.