Originally raised in the UK, Gavin experienced his school years as a boarding pupil in Scotland. After university and time working in the Civil Service, he originally qualified as a teacher and spent many years working in the heart of Bristol, England, in a diverse range of K-12 schools. After further training and qualifications (including the UCLA College Counseling Postgraduate), he has enjoyed working in pastoral and comprehensive counselling positions in the UK, Japan and China before moving to Singapore. He lives with his Stamford family (his wife works at Stamford and their daughter attends Middle School). With over twenty years’ experience, Gavin is committed to contributing to a supportive culture of care which empowers students to create their authentic and unique future. 

gavin.fuller@sais.edu.sg

Hannah Thompson is originally from Hull in Yorkshire, UK. Hannah studied for her Bachelors degree at the University of Manchester, during which she spent an exchange semester at Hong Kong University. Hannah's first job was as an English Language teacher in Nanjing, China. Since then, Hannah has worked in the international education sector for the past 15 years, including supporting students applying for admission across a number of UK universities such as the University of Reading, University of Manchester and University of the Arts London. Prior to SAIS, Hannah moved to Singapore in 2020 together with her husband, at which time she worked as Careers and University Counsellor at EtonHouse International School Orchard here in Singapore. She graduated with an MEd in Pastoral Care, Guidance and Pupil Support with the University of Aberdeen (UK) in 2023. 

hannah.thompson@sais.edu.sg

Matthew is a dual citizen (U.S./U.K.) who grew up in England, South Africa, Kenya, and the United States. Matthew earned his bachelor’s degree from Saint Louis University in Missouri, also spending an exchange semester in Spain. He holds a master’s degree from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and a certificate in college counseling from the University of California San Diego.

Matthew has ten years of experience in US university admissions and greatly enjoys working with students to support their academic journeys.  Matthew has previously worked at the City University of New York, The Evergreen State College in Washington state, and, most recently, Portland State University in Oregon as Assistant Director, International Recruitment and Outreach. 

Matthew moved to Singapore together with his wife and daughter, who attends elementary school at SAIS. 

matthew.peipert@sais.edu.sg

Madison Reid is originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma in the United States, where she received bachelor’s degrees in Chinese Studies and Women's and Gender Studies. Her experience studying abroad in Beijing and working as a peer mentor to international students sparked an interest in international education. She pursued graduate studies at the Johns Hopkins - Nanjing Center at Nanjing University before working in the higher education and college counseling fields in Hong Kong and London. Before joining SAIS, she worked in college counseling at BASIS International School Hangzhou. Outside of her counseling role, she has worked as a temporary admissions reader for the University of California - Berkeley and the Summer Science Program. A lifelong learner, she holds a UCLA College Counseling Certificate and is pursuing a distance M.Ed in International School Counseling.

madison.reid@sais.edu.sg

Rin Kim is a passionate and dedicated college counselor originally from South Korea. Her transformative experiences as an international student at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) and the Harvard Graduate School of Education deepened her commitment to the field of education and shaped her approach to guiding students. For the past nine years, Rin has been immersed in international education, including a role as an admissions evaluator at UC Berkeley. She thrives on the adrenaline of uncovering hidden gem colleges around the world and matching them thoughtfully with her counselees. Whether it's encouraging students to step outside their comfort zones or helping them broaden their horizons, Rin takes pride in expanding possibilities for every student she works with. She is an active member of the International Association for college Admission Counseling (IACAC), serving on the Inclusion, Access, and Success Committee, and its also the inaugural chapter sponsor for the Delta Eta Pi Dance Honors Society. Rin continues to be inspired by the journeys of the students she supports.

rin.kim@sais.edu.sg