Meet the people who will shape your child's first years
Before Rugby School Hanoi welcomes its first students, we invite you and your family to spend a morning with the teachers who will bring our classrooms to life.
This is more than an opportunity to say hello. It is a chance to experience how our teachers build confidence, curiosity and a love of learning through meaningful relationships and engaging activities.
Whether your child is joining us this August or you are still considering your options, we would be delighted to welcome you.
Meet Our Teaching Team
Mr Mark Symmonds
Head of Pre-Prep
- International school leader with over 20 years' experience in Early Years and Primary education
- Led schools and academic teams across the United Kingdom, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America
- Extensive experience in curriculum leadership, school improvement and building outstanding learning environments
- Passionate about nurturing children's confidence, curiosity and independence from their earliest years
- Former Deputy Headmaster, Rugby School Thailand
Ms Peta Turner
Pre-Prep Teacher
- 15+ years in Early Years education
- Former teacher at Dulwich College Shanghai
- Former teacher at Yew Chung International School Hong Kong
- Specialist in child development, wellbeing and home-school partnership
Ms Lilli Scheiber
Pre-Prep Teacher
- 10+ years at The British International School of New York
- Former Head of Drama
- Former Head of House
- Former Acting Head of Lower Division
- Specialist in storytelling, creativity and communication
Ms Alison Lawson
Pre-Prep Teacher
- 20+ years in British and international education
- Former Deputy Headteacher and Assistant Headteacher in the UK
- Former Head of Infants at The English Academy, Kuwait
- Currently Year Leader and member of the Middle Leadership Team at Reach British School, Abu Dhabi (ISP)
- Led school improvement from Ofsted 'Special Measures' to 'Good'
- Specialist in early reading, phonics, curriculum development and safeguarding
Ms Daisy Davies
Pre-Prep Teacher
- 10+ years teaching in the UK and internationally
- Former teacher at The Casco School, Panama
- Former teacher at Springhill Catholic Primary School (Outstanding) and St Mark's C of E School, UK
- Experienced in bilingual classrooms, English language development and inclusive education
- Specialist in English, reading, phonics and supporting multilingual learners
Ms Jana Hage
Pre-Prep Teacher
- Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Education
- Former teacher at German International School Ho Chi Minh City
- Experience teaching multilingual learners and inclusive classrooms
Event Information
- Time: 9:30AM-11:30AM
- Date: Saturday, 8 August
- Location: Rugby School Hanoi, Lot IC 35, Ciputra Hanoi (Next to The Link Ciputra Apartments)
What to Expect
Meet Our Founding Teaching Team
Get to know the experienced educators who will guide, encourage and support your child every day. Ask questions, learn about their teaching approaches, and discover what inspired them to join Rugby School Hanoi.
Experience Learning
Children are invited to take part in a variety of hands-on activities led by our teachers, including:
- Phonics & maths
- Creative art activities
- Music and movement
- Storytelling and language
- Outdoor play and sport
- Classroom experiences designed for young learners
Parents are welcome to observe, join in and see first-hand how learning comes to life.
Discover a Typical Day
Learn how a day at Rugby School Hanoi is thoughtfully planned to balance learning, creativity, physical activity and wellbeing.
From morning welcome to story time, specialist lessons, outdoor exploration and reflection, you'll gain a clear picture of what your child's school day will look like.
Ask Questions
Whether you'd like to know more about our curriculum, settling into school, daily routines or admissions, our leadership team and teachers will be available throughout the morning for informal conversations.
Sign Up for the Open Day
Please note that attendance is by prior registration only and limited to a select number of families.