Mrs Greening is from Blackburn in England. She studied Early Years Education at the University of Gloucestershire, graduating with a First Class BEd Honors degree. Mrs Greening has over 20 years of teaching experience and has lived and worked in the UK, USA, Colombia, and Thailand, teaching children from 18 months through to Year 2. Most of her experience has been within Early Years education, where she enjoys supporting young children as they grow in independence and confidence throughout the school year.

Mrs Greening loves the energy and enthusiasm that young children bring to each day and enjoys being an active part of their learning journey. She believes strongly in play-based learning and enjoys planning fun, engaging, child-focused activities with a particular focus on language acquisition and movement. She values creating a warm and nurturing classroom environment where children feel safe, curious, and excited to learn through exploration and hands-on experiences.

When not teaching, Mrs Greening enjoys travelling and has been fortunate to visit many wonderful places around the world. She also enjoys painting, photography, and long walks in nature. Mrs Greening has a grown-up son and is excited to be returning to Thailand with her husband to continue her international teaching journey.

Miss Munenge is from the North West of England and has over fifteen years of teaching experience across Early Years and Primary in both the United Kingdom and internationally in Thailand. She received her bachelor’s degree from College of the Atlantic, USA, before returning to the UK to complete her Postgraduate Certificate of Education and Master of Education at the University of Cambridge.

Miss Munenge is passionate about creating nurturing learning environments where every child feels valued, supported and inspired to succeed. She particularly enjoys encouraging children to explore their interests through hands-on experiences, creativity and play-based learning.

Miss Munenge believes that children flourish when they feel safe, valued and truly understood by the adults around them. She strives to create a classroom environment where children feel happy, confident and excited to learn each day. She is passionate about supporting children’s emotional wellbeing alongside their academic development and enjoys helping children develop confidence, resilience and independence as learners. 

Outside of school, Miss Munenge enjoys travelling, spending time outdoors and exploring different cultures. Having lived and studied in several countries and now raising her own family in Thailand, she values the importance of international mindedness and celebrating diversity. 

Ms Beddoes grew up in East Anglia,  United Kingdom. She was awarded her degree in Fashion and Textiles and a Certificate in Education from John Moores University, Liverpool. She started her journey as an educator teaching Art to adults. She went on to teach in Taiwan, where she stayed for over fifteen years, attaining Qualified Teacher Status. She has worked at a British international school for over ten years, teaching in both the Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1, but her passion lies in Early Years. 

Ms Beddoes believes in the importance of whole-child early education as a foundation for lifelong learning. She understands and values the importance of play and exploration in early learning. She prides herself on the relationships nurtured with the people around her and, most importantly, her students. With this in mind, she works hard to develop and support each child's unique learning journey, helping to foster children's natural curiosity and love of learning. She places great value on student agency and sees how this creates a sense of belonging and acceptance inside and beyond the classroom.

When she is not teaching, Ms Beddoes loves being outside in nature, wild swimming, hiking or camping with her family. 

Miss McIntosh is from Dundee in Scotland. She studied Education at The University of Aberdeen, gaining her MA Honours. She then completed her probation year at a school in Fife, Scotland and gained her fully qualified teacher status. Miss McIntosh has been a teacher for six years. She taught in Scotland for four years before moving to the United Arab Emirates where she completed a further two years in a public-private partnership school.

Miss McIntosh has experience in teaching Reception, KS1 and KS2. She has taught the Scottish and the American curriculum. She has also used various English curriculum frameworks and strategies such as Read, Write, Inc. Phonics and Talk for Writing. She was the whole school Phonics Leader at her previous school. Miss McIntosh is experienced in teaching EAL (English as an Additional Language) students.

Miss McIntosh prioritises building positive relationships with her students to ensure they feel safe, welcomed and valued in her classroom. She enjoys planning lessons that are engaging, enjoyable and purposeful. She encourages students to think critically and actively participate in their learning. She focuses on creating a positive and supportive learning environment where students feel motivated to succeed and reach their full potential. She makes learning meaningful by using hands-on activities and play based learning approaches that encourage curiosity, creativity, exploration, and experimentation.

When not teaching, Miss McIntosh likes to keep busy by reading, being adventurous, and attending music concerts. She is a huge Formula 1 enthusiast who has travelled to different countries to attend Grand Prix’s. Miss McIntosh loves to travel and has had the opportunity to visit various countries such as Spain, Hungary, Egypt, UAE, Oman, and South Africa. She is excited to visit Asia, explore Thailand, meet new people, and create new life experiences.

Mrs. Drake is from North Yorkshire, England and has been teaching since 2005. After qualifying as a teacher, she taught for twelve years in Nottingham, England before she moved with her husband and young family to their first international post in southern China. Mrs. Drake has taught Early Years in a variety of settings and is passionate about the skills and opportunities for life-long learning available in the Early Years Curriculum.

With her many years of experience, Mrs. Drake believes that children learn best when they are able to explore and discover within a rich environment where teachers provide hands-on experiences that enhance children’s natural curiosity. A great advocate for outdoor learning and exploring, Mrs. Drake enjoys making learning fun and challenging for all while ensuring every child feels safe and happy when embarking on their individual learning journeys.

When not teaching, Mrs. Drake enjoys exploring and travelling with her family. She is keen to embrace the rich history and culture of Thailand as well as travelling throughout Asia. Mrs. Drake can often be found exploring parks, taking part in yoga or baking cakes in her kitchen.

Miss Ryland is from Bournemouth,  England. She attended Bath Spa University to study Psychology and Education, gaining her BSc with honours. She then gained Qualified Teacher Status, teaching at a range of schools across the areas of Bournemouth and Southampton. Since qualifying in 2015, she has enjoyed a happy and rewarding time teaching across a range of year groups in both key stages at a school in Bournemouth. During her time at this school, she was proud to lead the school's writing curriculum and key stage 2 singing.

Miss Ryland has gained a wealth of experience teaching across different age groups, always ensuring her lessons allow for growth and discovery through a hands-on learning approach. She develops a classroom environment where children feel comfortable and confident to challenge themselves and find excitement and enjoyment in their learning journey. It is this adventurous and curious attitude to learning that enables children to discover new things each and every day.

When she is not teaching, Miss Ryland enjoys nothing more than getting outdoors and making new discoveries of her own! She loves exploring new places and travels as widely as possible, having visited Thailand, Slovakia,  Morocco,  Spain and the USA among others.  Miss Ryland particularly enjoys spending time in Scotland, having visited three times in order to camp, hike and kayak. When spending time indoors, she enjoys watching rugby, Formula 1 or settling down with a good book! She is very much looking forward to exploring Thailand and other areas of Asia to absorb all of the beauty, culture and food it has to offer! 

Miss Hollinger is from California in the United States. Her passion for ESL education comes from her own experience growing up in a bilingual environment. She grew up speaking German at home and English in school. She has experienced firsthand how language skills can unlock a world of possibilities for young people.

Miss Hollinger holds a BA in Spanish and Global Studies from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and earned her PGCE with Qualified Teacher Status from the University of Warwick in the UK. Before joining DBS, Miss Hollinger worked at a bilingual primary school in Madrid, Spain. This will be her fourth year teaching in the Early Years at DBS.

Miss Hollinger’s priority is to ensure that children feel safe, welcomed, and valued, nurturing not only academic growth but also essential life skills. She creates an inclusive, supportive classroom where each small triumph is celebrated, and learning is tailored to meet diverse needs. Her teaching incorporates music, storytelling, and a wide variety of creative activities to turn each day into a fun adventure. 

Outside of school, Miss Hollinger enjoys staying active, travelling, reading, and playing padel.

Mr Willcocks was born and raised on the island of Guernsey in the Channel Islands. Realising his strength and passion for teaching, he studied towards his Bachelor of Science degree with the Open University, graduating in 2018. After graduating, he completed his teacher training before gaining Qualified Teacher Status in 2023. Having taught in various schools within the Bailiwick of Guernsey, his family decided to move to Thailand, drawn by the rich culture and the importance placed on family.

Mr Willcocks creates a safe, nurturing environment where children feel comfortable pushing themselves, making mistakes and trying again. He achieves this by forming strong relationships with each pupil in order to meet them where they are in their learning journey. He understands the importance of developing well-rounded children who achieve strong academic success, while also having the skills and values to become confident individuals, effective contributors and responsible global citizens.

Outside of the school environment, Mr Willcocks loves spending time with his young family by exploring new places, swimming, going for long walks and generally enjoying nature. He feels at home outdoors, having been a part-time outdoor activities instructor and kayak leader over the past decade. Mr Willcocks also enjoys running and is a qualified personal trainer. He has a keen appetite for learning new skills and enjoys challenging himself with electronics and DIY projects. Mr Willcocks looks forward to helping children reach their full potential by delivering a high-quality, engaging curriculum.