NCS Teaching Staff
Below you can find out more about our incredible teaching staff and their superb track records at delivering impressive results at A-Level. We’ve posted videos alongside many of our teacher profiles so you can actually hear from them directly and see them at work. Refine your search based on criteria that you’re most interested in and discover how the passion for their subjects help students achieve some of the highest A-Level results and outcomes in London and the UK.
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Mr O’Sullivan
Assistant Principal
Teacher of Maths
MSci Mathematics (Hons), University of Bristol
Why I Joined The NCS
I joined The NCS to work at a school where young people are provided with an environment that enables them to develop as learners and achieve their academic potential. I am passionate about my subject and I want to do my best to inspire students to be similarly enthusiastic about mathematics.
I joined The NCS to work at a school where young people are provided with an environment that enables them to develop as learners and achieve their academic potential. I am passionate about my subject and I want to do my best to inspire students to be similarly enthusiastic about mathematics.
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Qualifications
MSci Mathematics (Hons), University of Bristol
PGCE Secondary Mathematics, University of Warwick
Previous School & Role
Teacher of Mathematics and Level 3 Mathematics Coordinator, William Morris Sixth Form
Experience of Teaching KS5
A-Level Mathematics; 2014-present
A-Level Further Mathematics; 2014-present
Level 3 Core Mathematics; 2016-2018
Message to Future NCS Students
Today’s students are the people who will help to shape the future of our society. To do so most effectively you must do your best, this is all anyone can expect of you and you should never expect anything less of yourself. At the NCS your teacher will do their best to help you achieve your potential and help you develop your ideas and ambitions for the future.
Today’s students are the people who will help to shape the future of our society. To do so most effectively you must do your best, this is all anyone can expect of you and you should never expect anything less of yourself. At the NCS your teacher will do their best to help you achieve your potential and help you develop your ideas and ambitions for the future.
Mrs Page
Director of Initial Teacher Training, Early Career Framework / Executive Coach
Teacher of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics (P.R.E)
BA (Hons) Religion, Ethics and Society (St. David’s University College Lampeter)
Why I Joined The NCS
To be the best you need to surround yourself with those that are the best – this is the most effective and enjoyable way to improve yourself and your life on every level. NCS will provide the perfect setting to do this. As a girl growing up in East London I know how important education is to changing lives, The NCS is an institution that can provides this.
To be the best you need to surround yourself with those that are the best – this is the most effective and enjoyable way to improve yourself and your life on every level. NCS will provide the perfect setting to do this. As a girl growing up in East London I know how important education is to changing lives, The NCS is an institution that can provides this.
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Qualifications
ILM Level 7 Certificate: Executive and Senior Coaching and Mentoring (British School of Coaching)
National Professional Qualification for Leading Teacher Development (NPQLTD)
Specialist Leader in Education – Coaching and Mentoring (SLE)
PGCE Religious Education (Institute of Education, London)
BA (Hons) Religion, Ethics and Society (St. David’s University College Lampeter)
Previous School & Role
Jo Richardson Community School – Head of Religious Studies Department and Teaching Coach
Seven Kings High School – Head of Religious Studies Department and Education Coach
Barking Abbey – Teacher of Religious Studies and Director of Gifted and Talented Programme
Experience of Teaching KS5
Teaching A-Level Religious Studies since 2008
Message to Future NCS Students
The NCS is continually evolving to provide students with the best learning experience for their A-Levels and beyond. This is reflected in the role that I hold at The NCS where I am able to coach and mentor both students and teachers to maximise their potential. The NCS supports all members of our community to grow, embrace challenge and develop grit. These attributes serve us in both our academic and personal lives and allow us to strive and thrive.
The NCS is continually evolving to provide students with the best learning experience for their A-Levels and beyond. This is reflected in the role that I hold at The NCS where I am able to coach and mentor both students and teachers to maximise their potential. The NCS supports all members of our community to grow, embrace challenge and develop grit. These attributes serve us in both our academic and personal lives and allow us to strive and thrive.
Ms Qureshi
Teacher of Biology
Additional responsibilities: Director of Medical and Dental Admissions (NCS Med School)
MBiochem – Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular) – University of Oxford
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Why I Joined The NCS
I joined NCS to support young people in fulfilling their potential – to not just see what is possible for them to learn and understand here but also the wide range of learning opportunities that will stay with them throughout their lives. Thinking back to my time at sixth form, I would have loved to experience all that NCS has to offer – to nurture my curiosity, to always questions and to constantly seek out knowledge and I am so honoured to be a part of an institution that provides such a unique and powerful environment for thousands of young people each year.
I joined NCS to support young people in fulfilling their potential – to not just see what is possible for them to learn and understand here but also the wide range of learning opportunities that will stay with them throughout their lives. Thinking back to my time at sixth form, I would have loved to experience all that NCS has to offer – to nurture my curiosity, to always questions and to constantly seek out knowledge and I am so honoured to be a part of an institution that provides such a unique and powerful environment for thousands of young people each year.
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Qualifications
MBiochem – Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular) – University of Oxford
PGCE (Biology) – King’s College London
Previous School & Role
The Cherwell School – Teacher of Biology
Message to Future NCS Students
You are all beginning the stage of your lives where you move to not only independence, but becoming the people who will shape and change the world for years to come. Your passions, your ambitions and your goals are important – to you and to all of us here at NCS. We hope that this will be a place where you can take important steps towards achieving your potential – to expect nothing but the highest standards for yourself in your effort, and to never cease in the pursuit of your aims.
You are all beginning the stage of your lives where you move to not only independence, but becoming the people who will shape and change the world for years to come. Your passions, your ambitions and your goals are important – to you and to all of us here at NCS. We hope that this will be a place where you can take important steps towards achieving your potential – to expect nothing but the highest standards for yourself in your effort, and to never cease in the pursuit of your aims.
Mr Rahman
Teacher of Economics
Additional responsibilities: Oxbridge Law Supervisor
BA Jurisprudence (Law) – St John’s College, University of Oxford
Why I Joined The NCS
Being an alumnus of The NCS, I have benefitted greatly from the sixth form’s rigorous extra-curricular activities and amazing teachers, and I felt that I wanted to give back. Joining NCS as an economics teacher was also a decision fuelled by a desire to support young people in realising their full potential. Reflecting on my own journey through sixth form, I am inspired by the opportunity to provide students with a learning environment that not only fosters academic growth but also nurtures curiosity and a lifelong thirst for knowledge.
Being an alumnus of The NCS, I have benefitted greatly from the sixth form’s rigorous extra-curricular activities and amazing teachers, and I felt that I wanted to give back. Joining NCS as an economics teacher was also a decision fuelled by a desire to support young people in realising their full potential. Reflecting on my own journey through sixth form, I am inspired by the opportunity to provide students with a learning environment that not only fosters academic growth but also nurtures curiosity and a lifelong thirst for knowledge.
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Qualifications
BA Jurisprudence (Law) – St John’s College, University of Oxford
Message to Future NCS Students
Celebrate your accomplishments, no matter how small they may seem. Surround yourself with supportive peers and mentors who uplift and encourage you.
Celebrate your accomplishments, no matter how small they may seem. Surround yourself with supportive peers and mentors who uplift and encourage you.
Mr Rashid
Teacher of Further Maths, Maths
Additional responsibilities: Deputy Learning Leader Maths, Lead of Further Mathematics
MSc Stochastic Systems, UCL
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Why I Joined The NCS
To continue teaching Key Stage 5 at an excellent institution; to continue my enjoyment of mathematics; to impart that joy to the next generation.
To continue teaching Key Stage 5 at an excellent institution; to continue my enjoyment of mathematics; to impart that joy to the next generation.
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Qualifications
BSc (1st Class) Mathematics and Statistics, UCL
MSc Stochastic Systems, UCL
Previous School & Role
BISC – British International School Cairo, 5 years, Head of Mathematics
LSC – Leyton Sixth Form College – 5 years, teacher of Mathematics and Further Mathematics
Mizan Primary School – 2 years – Head Teacher
Experience of Teaching KS5
5 years of A-level at LSC
5 years of International Baccalaureate at BISC
5 years of A-level at NCS
Message to Future NCS Students
Work hard and get the best grades that you can but remember that your grades do not define you as a human. You are more than your grades. Be generous.
Work hard and get the best grades that you can but remember that your grades do not define you as a human. You are more than your grades. Be generous.
Ms Rowell
Teacher of Biology
MA Cantab. BA Hons. Natural Sciences – University of Cambridge
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Why I Joined The NCS
I enjoy learning about the world around me, and understanding the limits of our knowledge. The NCS is a place where staff and students are constantly pushed to develop themselves, where people have an genuine love of learning and are given opportunities and skills to pursue ideas further.
I enjoy learning about the world around me, and understanding the limits of our knowledge. The NCS is a place where staff and students are constantly pushed to develop themselves, where people have an genuine love of learning and are given opportunities and skills to pursue ideas further.
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Qualifications
MA Cantab. BA Hons. Natural Sciences – University of Cambridge
Previous School & Role
Gumley House Convent School- Head of Biology
Featherstone High School- Science Teacher and Form Tutor
Experience of Teaching KS5
Gumley House Convent School- Head of Biology for 6 years
Teaching KS5 for 8 years
Message to Future NCS Students
At The NCS you will have many opportunities that will shape you into excellent students, and you will also see the varied paths that life can take you beyond your A-levels. You will be surrounded by people who want to achieve academic excellence, an exciting environment to be in!
At The NCS you will have many opportunities that will shape you into excellent students, and you will also see the varied paths that life can take you beyond your A-levels. You will be surrounded by people who want to achieve academic excellence, an exciting environment to be in!
Mr Rush
Teacher of Government & Politics, History
Additional responsibilities: Director of the Liberal Arts School
MPhil Modern Middle Eastern Studies, University of Oxford
Why I Joined The NCS
The NCS has a commitment not just to academic excellence but also to creating the leaders of tomorrow. Everything at The NCS is fine-tuned and geared towards maximising student potential. More than this, there is a genuine commitment to the power of our subjects to change the world. Teachers and students are encouraged to foster mastery in their disciplines and explore questions and research outside the curriculum. It is an environment of high expectations and a real engine of social justice.
The NCS has a commitment not just to academic excellence but also to creating the leaders of tomorrow. Everything at The NCS is fine-tuned and geared towards maximising student potential. More than this, there is a genuine commitment to the power of our subjects to change the world. Teachers and students are encouraged to foster mastery in their disciplines and explore questions and research outside the curriculum. It is an environment of high expectations and a real engine of social justice.
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Qualifications
MPhil Modern Middle Eastern Studies, University of Oxford
BA History, University College London
Experience of Teaching KS5
Seven years teaching History and Politics A-Level
Message to Future NCS Students
If you are passionate about your chosen subjects, and ambitious for your future, then The NCS will be the right place for you. My advice would be to prepare to organise your habits and schedule around making sure you can complete home learning tasks with enough time and energy left over to review on a daily, weekly and monthly basis, to read ahead to the next lessons, and explore the topics more widely outside of the curriculum.
If you are passionate about your chosen subjects, and ambitious for your future, then The NCS will be the right place for you. My advice would be to prepare to organise your habits and schedule around making sure you can complete home learning tasks with enough time and energy left over to review on a daily, weekly and monthly basis, to read ahead to the next lessons, and explore the topics more widely outside of the curriculum.
Ms Sardar
Teacher of Chemistry
Additional responsibilities: Year Leader
Pharmaceutical Chemistry BSc (Hons) – Queen Mary & Westfield College (QMW)
Why I Joined The NCS
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be ignited.” ~ Plutarch. This is a favorite quote that has stood true to me for the last 12 years of my teaching career. It incorporates enthusiastic, reflective teaching and independent learning. Why I chose The NCS? It’s simple; to work as part of an outstanding team and help ignite the minds of our future generation. I believe every young person has the capacity to learn the appropriate skills with the right teaching and nurture. The challenge for teachers of all subjects is to make the subject interesting and accessible to young minds; one aspect of teaching that excites me is experimenting with different strategies to motivate and engage students. I have a thirst for teaching and helping my students achieve; as Henry Brooks Adams said, “A teacher effects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops” and I am looking forward to being part of that ripple effect in our community at The NCS.
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be ignited.” ~ Plutarch. This is a favorite quote that has stood true to me for the last 12 years of my teaching career. It incorporates enthusiastic, reflective teaching and independent learning. Why I chose The NCS? It’s simple; to work as part of an outstanding team and help ignite the minds of our future generation. I believe every young person has the capacity to learn the appropriate skills with the right teaching and nurture. The challenge for teachers of all subjects is to make the subject interesting and accessible to young minds; one aspect of teaching that excites me is experimenting with different strategies to motivate and engage students. I have a thirst for teaching and helping my students achieve; as Henry Brooks Adams said, “A teacher effects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops” and I am looking forward to being part of that ripple effect in our community at The NCS.
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Qualifications
Pharmaceutical Chemistry BSc (Hons) – Queen Mary & Westfield College (QMW)
Previous School & Role
- Loxford School of Science and Technology as KS3 Coordinator in Science
- Wanstead High School – Teaching and Learning coordinator
Experience of Teaching KS5
- Taught A-Level Chemistry for over 11 years
Message to Future NCS Students
Many students discover their true passions whilst at Sixth Form and choosing the right post 16 provider can be a difficult choice, as it is a stepping stone to your future. Every aspect of Sixth Form is a learning experience, from meeting people from diverse backgrounds, participating in enrichment opportunities to developing the skills to do well and compete with the world outside. We at NCS will be here to support you in making your academic vision become reality. I am looking forward to meeting you all in September and getting the ball rolling!
Many students discover their true passions whilst at Sixth Form and choosing the right post 16 provider can be a difficult choice, as it is a stepping stone to your future. Every aspect of Sixth Form is a learning experience, from meeting people from diverse backgrounds, participating in enrichment opportunities to developing the skills to do well and compete with the world outside. We at NCS will be here to support you in making your academic vision become reality. I am looking forward to meeting you all in September and getting the ball rolling!
Ms Sarwar
Teacher of Maths
Additional responsibilities: Deputy Learning Leader Mathematics
MSci in Mathematics – Imperial College London
Why I Joined The NCS
I wanted to teach in an environment where I could talk to students about my passion for mathematics. The NCS provides a supportive environment so that students are able to explore their academic interests within and beyond the curriculum.
I wanted to teach in an environment where I could talk to students about my passion for mathematics. The NCS provides a supportive environment so that students are able to explore their academic interests within and beyond the curriculum.
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Qualifications
MSci in Mathematics – Imperial College London
Message to Future NCS Students
Congratulations and welcome to The NCS! These next two years will be filled with many opportunities and lots of great lessons so make the most of it!
Congratulations and welcome to The NCS! These next two years will be filled with many opportunities and lots of great lessons so make the most of it!
Mr Squire
Deputy Principal
Teacher of Further Maths, Maths
Additional responsibilities: Responsible for Learning and Teaching, Digital Strategy, SEND
University of Bristol BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Philosophy
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Why I Joined The NCS
I believe in equality of opportunity. I also believe that education is the most significant influence in creating opportunities for young people. I continue to remain excited by working at The NCS and being part of a group of teachers who have extremely high expectations and aspirations for the young people of London. The NCS is a hotbed for innovative and outstanding teaching and we use our state of the art facilities to develop an outstanding environment for learning. My vision, which resonates with The NCS’s, is for students to become resilient and self-confident young adults who after spending two years with us will leave as curious, independent and dedicated scholars.
I believe in equality of opportunity. I also believe that education is the most significant influence in creating opportunities for young people. I continue to remain excited by working at The NCS and being part of a group of teachers who have extremely high expectations and aspirations for the young people of London. The NCS is a hotbed for innovative and outstanding teaching and we use our state of the art facilities to develop an outstanding environment for learning. My vision, which resonates with The NCS’s, is for students to become resilient and self-confident young adults who after spending two years with us will leave as curious, independent and dedicated scholars.
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Qualifications
University of Bristol BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Philosophy
University of Warwick PGCE (Mathematics)
University of Warwick MA Educational Leadership
Previous School & Role
Assistant Principal at The NCS
Learning Leader for Mathematics at The NCS
Teacher of Mathematics at North East Wolverhampton Academy
Experience of Teaching KS5
12 years experience of teaching A-Level Maths and Further Maths.
Message to Future NCS Students
A big welcome to all prospective students at The NCS. I have no doubt that your decision to spend the next two years here will be an enjoyable and rewarding one. A-Levels are not just a stepping stone to University, they offer a chance to build intellectual depth in the subjects you enjoy and at The NCS we will offer you an environment where all teachers are passionate and excited by their subject. We will create an atmosphere where a love of learning is the norm and you will be given the opportunity to develop your interests and passions unrestrained by course specifications. We have a beautiful building which will be filled with inquisitive, ambitious and hardworking students and will allow you to develop into young adults who are not just ready to face the world but to go out and change it.
A big welcome to all prospective students at The NCS. I have no doubt that your decision to spend the next two years here will be an enjoyable and rewarding one. A-Levels are not just a stepping stone to University, they offer a chance to build intellectual depth in the subjects you enjoy and at The NCS we will offer you an environment where all teachers are passionate and excited by their subject. We will create an atmosphere where a love of learning is the norm and you will be given the opportunity to develop your interests and passions unrestrained by course specifications. We have a beautiful building which will be filled with inquisitive, ambitious and hardworking students and will allow you to develop into young adults who are not just ready to face the world but to go out and change it.