HOW WE TEACH

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From the youngest to the oldest of our students, talented BIS Houston teachers know exactly how to make your child love coming to school every day.

By working closely to understand your child’s unique interests, needs, and goals, our teachers help them stay motivated, confident, and resilient. 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

At the British International School of Houston, we know that a strong relationship between your child and their teacher leads to general happiness and fulfilment, excellent motivation, and a high level of contribution – both in and out of the classroom.  

BIS Houston’s parents agree with this: 92% believe their child is taught by high-quality teachers, and 95% feel their child has a great relationship with them. 

By working closely with each student and frequently communicating with parents, our teachers take care to understand each child in depth. They understand their unique goals and shape instruction to help the student meet or exceed them. Throughout this journey, they strengthen the student’s love for learning and help them to eventually arrive at their desired university destination. 
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  • SENIOR LEADERSHIP

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF HOUSTON STAFF

Our passionate team has first-rate qualifications and a wealth of international experience that they apply every day to guide your child and shape their instruction.  

They’ll encourage your child every step forward in their journey as a global citizen – ready to contribute their knowledge, skills, and talents to the world.
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Barrie Scrymgeour
Principal
Welcome to the British International School of Houston, where our mission is to transform the lives of learners.
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Barrie Scrymgeour

Welcome to the British International School of Houston, where our mission is to transform the lives of learners. My background in education spans over 20 years of teaching and leading schools. I have the privilege of leading an exceptionally qualified team of educators as they create a community that fosters student learning and personal growth. There is no limit to what can be achieved, and with our student-centred approach to learning for every child, our students thrive now and throughout their lives. I am proud of our academic outcomes and the balanced support we provide to students.

I look forward to the opportunity of getting to know your family and welcoming you to BIS Houston.

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Gemma Averette
Head of Primary School
I have been at BIS Houston since 2007 and am passionate about the education, well-being, and social-emotional health of children.
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Gemma Averette
I have been at BIS Houston since 2007 and am passionate about the education, well-being, and social-emotional health of children. In addition to Head of Primary School, I have held the positions of Deputy Head of Secondary School, Director of Well-being, Learning Support Coordinator, and Assistant Head Teacher. One of the areas I value the most about being part of the school has been the opportunity to work with students of all ages and stages of their development across the entire school. Nothing gives me greater pride than watching graduates who I've worked with since their primary years, walk across the stage. I see the wonderful young adults they have become and their desire to make a difference in the world.
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Helen Morgan
Head of Secondary
For over 25 years, I have been a passionate teacher at heart and am driven by the moral responsibility to ensure that students are empowered to meet their full potential.
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Helen Morgan
For over 25 years, I have been a passionate teacher at heart and am driven by the moral responsibility to ensure that students are empowered to meet their full potential. My love for helping others has given me a range of experiences and roles over the years including training and developing teachers across regions in the UK, developing school district initiatives, and building school partnerships. I have been recognised by the Department for Education in the UK, representing the national teaching community at the government level. I also have held the position of Accreditation Chair, including Lead Chair for a joint CIS/NEASC external visit in Columbia and lead Quality Assurance at BIS Houston. I hope we have the opportunity to give your child a unique educational experience driven by high-quality teaching.

OUR TEACHERS’ QUALITY

The British International School of Houston recruits highly knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the global educational field, who truly enhance the teaching talents of our community. They strengthen BIS Houston’s international outlook and commitment to global citizenship, as 80% are recruited from abroad and arrive with rigorous qualifications that attest to their knowledge. For example, 100% hold a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and are professionally certified with the UK’s Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or the equivalent.

Our teachers are well-versed experts in our approach to personalised learning, including the most effective strategies and techniques for navigating each of our curricula and programmes. Under our teachers’ continual guidance and support, students go on to perform with diligence and excel with their greatest abilities. 

Additionally, BIS Houston’s teachers and staff are always upgrading their skills and resources through professional development opportunities. Through Nord Anglia University (NAU) – Nord Anglia Education’s vibrant online training platform – they take advantage of world-class resources from Apple, MIT, Juilliard, UNICEF, and King's College London.

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WORLD-LEADING GUIDELINES

To uphold top-tier teaching and learning standards at British International School of Houston, our teachers are experts in structuring all lessons and activities through world-leading curricula. This includes the English National Curriculum’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, the International Primary Curriculum, the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), and the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO)’s curricula – each attesting to our high quality and integrity as an international school.


We're also accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), another globally recognised standard that represents the excellent value and rigour we bring to the field.

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TEACHER-LED TECH

TEACHING WITH APPLE TECHNOLOGY

The British International School of Houston has a seamless high-tech environment, where every student is fully immersed in the newest integrated technologies. We lead Ed-Tech in the Houston area as a certified ‘Apple Distinguished School’ – a highly selective distinction that showcases our vision for using state-of-the-art tech to boost learning, using Apple products.

Technology is not a separate component at BIS Houston; it’s fully embedded across all subjects and activities. 80% of our talented teachers have been certified as Apple Distinguished Educators, and they pave the way forward for our students. We employ a 1:1 device programme, so every student can use their own Mac or iPad to boost their research and apply technical skills to their projects or assignments – under the guidance of our expert teachers. 

As a result, BIS Houston’s students discover innovative ways to apply tech in their studies, and this helps them to gain a head start on their university pathway or future career.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU

Our Admissions team would be happy to hear from you. Schedule a tour of our campus or a virtual meeting to learn more about our programme and what makes us distinct.

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