Ms. Patel

Originally from Blackburn in Lancashire, she began her career in education by studying Child Care and qualifying as a Nursery Nurse. She went on to earn her teaching degree from Liverpool Hope University, specializing in Early Years education. Following this, she completed a postgraduate qualification in Early Years Professional Status. She spent four years teaching in Liverpool, gaining valuable experience in both mainstream classrooms and a specialized unit for children with speech and language development needs. In 2015, she moved to Chicago and joined BISC-LP in January 2016. Since then, she has taken on a variety of roles within the school, including serving as the librarian. She has worked with children of all ages and currently teaches in Nursery, where she finds great joy in supporting young learners during their formative years. She is passionate about creating an engaging, interactive, and supportive learning environment that encourages children to flourish and explore the world around them. She believes in making education both enjoyable and challenging to help every child reach their full potential. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time outdoors and relaxing with her family. She is the proud mother of two boys—Adam, born in April 2020, and Zaki, born in May 2023.