Leadership

DARRYL BROWN 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿
Principal and CEO

Originally from Wales, Darryl is married to Milagros and is the father of two children, both of whom attended the school. Darryl began his career as a secondary school teacher in Kenya, but has spent the last thirty years working in and leading international schools in Kenya, Venezuela and the USA before taking up his current post as Principal in August 2012.

An IB North America workshop leader (Mathematics), academy member and accreditation officer (IB, CIS and AdvancED), Darryl balances his work in education with a passion for rugby; continually trying, and occasionally succeeding, in dispelling the myth that he is too old to play. Darryl speaks English and Spanish.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts (with honors) (Economics), University of Essex
Post Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Secondary Mathematics), University of Leicester
Master of Arts (Educational Leadership & Management), University of Bath
Certificate of International Leadership (The Principals’ Training Center)

ROB FULLER 🇦🇺
ROB FULLER 🇦🇺Head of Primary
Rob was born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, where he graduated from Deakin University with a B.Ed., B.App.Sc. (Hons.) and a M.App.Sc. in Leadership. Initially he taught in schools in Melbourne and then lectured at Tertiary level to B.Ed. students. For the past 22 years Rob has been living and teaching in the Caribbean. He has held senior leadership positions in IB World Schools in the Bahamas, the British Virgin Islands and Barbados, including Head of School roles at both Primary and Secondary level. Outside of school, Rob’s interests include health & fitness, travel, photography, and Caribbean history & culture.
NICOLA LEEDHAM 🇮🇪
NICOLA LEEDHAM 🇮🇪Head of Secondary School
Born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Nicola lived in Europe, Canada and the United States before moving to Barbados in 1998.

Nicola holds a PhD in English in which she specialized in modern American literature and has taught at The Codrington School for the past 12 years. Previously Nicola held the role of MYP Coordinator and has been involved with Model United Nations, debate and drama. She is fascinated by the learning journey and sees the essence of education as a transformative process. Her aim is to enable Codrington students to become not only informed scholars, but genuinely curious thinkers, compassionate citizens and lifelong learners.

Faculty & Staff

MICHELLE GUZZWELL 🇦🇺
MICHELLE GUZZWELL 🇦🇺MYP/DP Business & Economics & DP Coordinator
Michelle was born and raised in Queensland, Australia. She completed her Bachelor of Business Management and Bachelor of Arts undergraduate studies at the University of Queensland.

Then moved to Sydney to complete her PGCE in Education, where she started her teaching career. Michelle has taught in both public comprehensive and IB schools in the USA, UK, Brazil, Zambia and most recently Indonesia. She is currently studying a Masters in Educational Neuroscience, to further complement her experience as an IB DP teacher for Economics and Business Management.

Bachelor of Business Management (UQ)
Bachelor of Arts (UQ)
Post Graduate Diploma in Education (UNSW)
Finishing Masters in Educational Neuroscience (UCQ)
Qualified teacher status Australia, England

BEATRIZ GAZAPO IGLESIAS 🇪🇸
BEATRIZ GAZAPO IGLESIAS 🇪🇸MYP Spanish Teacher & MYP Coordinator
Born and raised in Spain, Beatriz has been teaching Spanish at International Schools in India for the past 6 years. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and got certified as a Spanish Language Teacher in Salamanca, Spain.

Born and raised in Spain, Beatriz has been teaching Spanish at International Schools in India for the past 6 years. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and got certified as a Spanish Language Teacher in Salamanca, Spain.

She strongly believes that learning languages opens our minds as we begin to see the world from a different perspective. In her free time, she enjoys travelling, trekking, swimming, and dancing salsa. Beatriz fell in love with the underwater world the first time she dived in Asia and she plans to continue exploring it while in the island.

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, University of Salamanca
Spanish as a Foreign Language Teacher Certification, Pontifical University of Salamanca
Cambridge International Certification in Teaching and Learning, Cambridge International Examinations
Master’s degree in Applied Linguistic, European Atlantic University (in progress)

REBECCA REIDER 🇬🇧
REBECCA REIDER 🇬🇧PYP Coordinator & PYP 2/3Teacher
Becky has been a Primary trained teacher for 15 years, with a B.A in Education (Hons.), a Masters in Education focusing on Elementary Maths and a TEFL and TESOL Scholar certificate from the University of Cambridge.

Over the past 8 years, Becky has been employed in IB World Schools in Dubai, British Virgin Islands and Italy, where she has held various teaching and Middle Leadership roles, of which Approaches to Learning Skills Lead was one of her most enjoyable and added a more creative and rounded approach to her teaching.

During her time as a Senior Leader and PYP Coordinator at the International School of Como, Becky has had the opportunity to develop her passion for curriculum design, mentoring and leadership.
Becky is committed to encouraging students to develop a sense of belonging and independence through collaboration and inquiry, with a multi-faceted focus on personal, local and global connections to become  lifelong learners as they navigate the world and explore the opportunities it has to offer.
Outside of school, Becky’s interests include singing in and leading Gospel groups and choirs, being involved in community projects, travel, and watching athletics.
Bachelor of Arts Hons. (Early Childhood Development and Education) – University of Derby, UK
Post Graduate Certificate in Education with QTS (Primary Education) – University of Northampton, UK
Masters of Arts (Primary Education – Thesis on Primary Mathematics) – University of Northampton, UK
TEFL and TESOL Scholar Level 5 Certificate (Teaching English to Early learners, Teenagers, Adults and Advanced learners) – University of Cambridge, UK
IB Approaches to Learning Certificate
IB PYP Coordinator Certificate
Senior Leadership Certificate – Inspired Education Group
CHRYSTAL CUMMINS-BECKLES 🇧🇧
CHRYSTAL CUMMINS-BECKLES 🇧🇧PYP/MYP Music/Performing Arts Teacher
Chrystal is an established songwriter and arranger and has written winning compositions throughout the Caribbean. Her passion for the arts lead her to pursuing a degree in Music from the Barbados Community College, a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts with a double major in Film and Theatre with Honors.

She then graduated from the University of Sussex in the United Kingdom with a Masters Degree in Media and Cultural Studies. Chrystal holds a Diploma in Education with Distinction from the Erdiston Teaching College in Barbados.

Associate of Arts (Music) – Barbados Community College, Barbados
Bachelor of Arts (Film & Theatre) – University of the West Indies. Barbados
Master of Arts (Media & Cultural Studies) – University of Sussex, England

RON LIVECCHI 🇺🇸
RON LIVECCHI 🇺🇸MYP/DP Mathematics Teacher
Ron was born and raised in Toledo, Ohio in the United States. He graduated from Ohio University with a degree in Mathematics Education. Ron taught for 27 yrs in the US before beginning his international teaching adventure. He is coming to us from the Pechersk School International in Ukraine.

In addition to teaching, Ron coached varsity boys basketball and was the assistant coach for Math Counts. Ron understands the struggles that some students go through with maths because he experienced them also and that is why he feels he is a perfect fit to teach the subject. Ron is excited about “living” the island life with his wife, Betsy, and their two dogs, Bucky and Wanda. Ron is a comic book collector and big Marvel fan, he also enjoys movies, puzzles, and all things nerdy.

Bachelor of Science in Education/Mathematics (Ohio University)

Finishing Masters in Education and Technology (University of Phoenix)

State of Ohio Teaching License

ADITYA GHOSH 🇮🇳
ADITYA GHOSH 🇮🇳PYP 6 Teacher
Aditya was born and brought up in Kolkata, India. With a Masters degree in Economics, Aditya has worked across the world in the US, EMEA, APAC regions. Exposure to various cultures awakened in him the passion of nurturing young minds into becoming global citizens of the world. Aditya did his teaching certification from Moreland University and is licensed to teach in the states of Washington and Arizona.
When not shaping young minds, you can find Aditya playing football or discovering new music. These experiences enrich his teaching style, allowing him to bring a tapestry of experiences and perspectives to the classroom
PEGGY BISPHAM 🇺🇸 🇧🇧
PEGGY BISPHAM 🇺🇸 🇧🇧PYP 7 Teacher
Peggy has been teaching for the past eighteen years, thirteen of which have been within the International Baccalaureate PYP Programme.  Before coming to Barbados in 2006, Peggy taught at the Luiz Munoz-Marin Elementary School in Brooklyn, New York, where she taught for five years.

Her philosophy of education is that all children are unique and as such should be taught in an environment where they can grow and build upon their prior knowledge in order to reach their full potential.  Peggy is a mother of two beautiful girls and enjoys spending every spare moment she can with them. She also enjoys making cold process soap, candles, photography and listening to music.

Bachelor of Arts (Elementary Education) – City University of New York – Brooklyn College
State of New York Teaching Certification

MILAGROS ESTEBAN 🇻🇪
MILAGROS ESTEBAN 🇻🇪DP Spanish Teacher
Born in Madrid, Spain, and raised in Venezuela, I have been teaching Spanish in International schools for over twenty years, the last ten in IB World schools.

I have a passion for the language learning and firmly believe that every person can speak another language. It is merely a case of guiding that student out of their comfort zone and creating an environment and desire for self-expression, sharing and having fun. I am fluent in English and Spanish and have a love of animals and gardening.

Licenciada en Idiomas Modernos – Universidad de Metroplotina, Venezuela

BARBARA ALLAIRE 🇨🇦
BARBARA ALLAIRE 🇨🇦PYP 8 Teacher
Barbara was born and raised in Canada and discovered her passion for education while teaching ESL in Japan. She returned to Canada to complete her teaching degree and spent the past 13 years teaching in the small town where she grew up. In addition to obtaining her Mathematics Specialist, she is also a qualified French Language teacher.

Building a connection with her school and local community has always been important to Barbara. Through athletics and community theatre, she has had many opportunities to build strong relationships with her students and neighbours. Barbara is very much looking forward to teaching in the PYP classroom and feels that it is the perfect fit for her.

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies
Bachelor of Education Primary and Junior division
FSL qualification part 1
Mathematics Specialist Qualification
Integration of Technology in the classroom Parts 1 and 2
CYRIELLE ROUGIER 🇫🇷
CYRIELLE ROUGIER 🇫🇷PYP/MYP/DP Art Teacher
Cyrielle was born and raised in France, in the heart of Western Europe. She graduated from the University of Montpellier with a degree in Fine and Plastic Arts. With over 22 years of teaching experience, Cyrielle began her career in France and has spent the last 15 years teaching in CBSE and IB-Cambridge schools in India.

A nomadic artist by nature, she is deeply inspired by the landscapes, cultures, and people she encounters. For more than two decades, she has called India home, immersing herself in its vibrant traditions and rich artistic heritage. This journey has shaped her not only as an artist but also as a global citizen. Cyrielle is highly versatile in her artistic practice, working across fine arts, mixed media, digital design, installation, and textiles. She enjoys pushing creative boundaries and integrating various disciplines into her work. She also draws inspiration from culinary arts, folk traditions, and cultural storytelling. In addition to her artistic pursuits, Cyrielle has practiced Hatha and Ashtanga yoga, which have complemented her creative process and contributed to her holistic approach to teaching and life. She sees herself as more than just a teacher or artist, she is a bridge between cultures, generations, and ideas. Passionate about amplifying underrepresented voices and exploring the human experience, she brings empathy, curiosity, and global awareness into every classroom she enters.

Bachelor degree In Fine and plastic Arts
Bachelor degree in Sciences of Education
University of Montpeliier – France

CHRIS DONNAN 🇬🇧
CHRIS DONNAN 🇬🇧MYP/DP Design Technology Teacher
Chris was born in Kingston upon Thames near London in the UK, grew up near Oxford and then moved
to London where he initially worked in the construction industry before moving to teaching in the early
90’s when his children were of school-going age. He is married to Sonia who was born in Jamaica,

Chris taught in a variety of schools in London prior to going to Kenya for 10 years with the whole family, returning to the UK to be there as the children started to go university. Once they were concluding their further studies he joined a school just outside Delhi, India from where he joins Codrington after having spent 8 years there. Both schools had residential students and Chris and Sonia enjoyed being boarding houseparents for 8 years in Kenya as well as living off-campus in the community. Chris appreciates the needs that many young students have as they go through adolescence and seeks to alleviate some of these issues by building healthy relationships that encourage students to develop into well-rounded, internationally minded and aspirational young people.

Chris will be teaching Design and technology; he encourages students to be inquisitive and to look at the world around them and how they can solve problems with products that they encounter in life and that people inform them of what they wish solutions for.

Chris is looking forward to exploring the island and savouring the various food joints and activities that are available to him and also to travel in the vicinity.

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management (South Bank University, London)
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (Design technology)

NATALIA CARDONA VILLA 🇨🇴
NATALIA CARDONA VILLA 🇨🇴PYP Spanish Teacher
I’m from Medellín, Colombia. I have a Bachelor Degree in Education in Foreign Language Teaching from Universidad de Antioquia. I have taught English, French and, for the past 10 years, Spanish in Trinidad and Tobago, (3 years at the UWI and 7 years at the ISPS [PYP, MYP and AP].
I am a nerd for languages and different cultures, they’re the best way to break barriers and create community, and this is the reason why I entered the path of language teaching, to support connections while allowing the brain’s neuroplasticity to do its magic. I am also passionate about community collaboration and learning, volunteer with animal shelters both in Trinidad and Colombia and I’m a bit of a music and movies nerd. I am happiest when amongst cats and dogs, and I try to encourage my students, friends and colleagues to volunteer towards animal welfare as much as I can.

Bachelor Degree in Education in Foreign Language Teaching from Universidad de Antioquia

JUDY REID 🇱🇨
JUDY REID 🇱🇨PYP 5 Teacher
Born and raised in St.Lucia. Went to Puerto Rico to pursue dream of becoming a teacher. After graduating from college I taught fourth and sixth graders at the Calvary Baptist Christian School there is Puerto Rico for 3 years.

Got married and moved to Barbados where I volunteered at the Drakes Christian School for Special Needs. Started working at The Codrington School in 2016 as a Teacher’s Assistant and now I’m working in the Learning Support Department. Will be continuing my studies in Special Education at the Erdiston Teacher’s Training College.

Bachelor of Arts ( Elementary Education, Sign Language and Deaf Ministries) Calvary Baptist Bible College, Puerto Rico,
Masters of Arts (Special Education) Calvary Baptist Bible College, Puerto Rico

ALEX THORNTON🇬🇧
ALEX THORNTON🇬🇧MYP & DP Mathematics Teacher
Alex has been teaching for 8 years in England. After completing a Philosophy degree at Durham University, he joined the Teach First programme and started teaching mathematics in Blackpool. During this time he completed his Masters degree in Education at the University of Manchester. For the past five years he has been teaching in London and is excited for the move to Barbados.

Aside from teaching, Alex has an active interest in sports coaching, particularly football and cricket. He has also been heavily involved in competitive university applications, charity work and debating teams. In his spare time, he is hoping to improve his golf and spend as much time at the Kensington Oval as possible.

CARLA MAYCOCK 🇧🇸
CARLA MAYCOCK 🇧🇸PYP 1 Teacher
Carla was born and raised in The Bahamas on Grand Bahama Island. She commenced her PYP teaching career 16 years ago as one of the inaugural teachers at an International Baccalaureate school on Grand Bahama and has spent the majority of her teaching career in the Pre-K and Kindergarten year levels.

Carla has been a passionate advocate for the Primary Years Programme since she was first introduced to it because it capitalizes on children’s natural curiosity towards learning and because it focuses on the development of the whole child. Some of her proudest moments in teaching have been watching former students work their way through the various year levels to graduate with the I.B. Diploma. Carla’s hobbies outside school include soccer, tap dancing, listening to music and traveling. She was fortunate to combine two of those passions when she represented the Bahamian National Soccer Team in international tournaments in the Dominican Republic, Bermuda and the U.S.A.

ALLIE BORAM 🇺🇸
ALLIE BORAM 🇺🇸PYP 4 Teacher
Allie was born and raised in Maryland, USA. She studied at Towson University where she earned a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. She taught preschool and kindergarten for five years in the United States. After deciding to teach abroad, she relocated to Belgium. There she spent two years teaching Pre-K and one year teaching Grade One. After living in Belgium for three years, she thought it was time for a change, so she began her new teaching journey in Barbados in August 2019.

Since she began teaching at The Codrington School, she has taught PYP3 for three years, and then began teaching PYP8. Her favorite things about living in Barbados are the beaches, the food, the music, and being a part of both local and international communities. In her free time, she enjoys working out, reading, being outdoors, traveling, and teaching Zumba classes to adults and children.

RENEE WEEKES 🇧🇧
RENEE WEEKES 🇧🇧PYP 4 Teacher
Renee was born and raised in St. Michael, Barbados. She graduated from Garrison Secondary School and then completed her Bachelor of Primary Education and Early Years Level I & II Teaching Certificates at Erdiston Teacher’s College. Renee has 12 years experience in education and has filled a number of important roles throughout her time at Codrington. Among those roles she has taught Language & Literacy from PYP 1 to PYP 8 level and has taught in both the PYP 1 and PYP 2 classrooms. Outside of school Renee enjoys swimming, spinning, reading and music.

Early Childhood Level 1&2 (Erdiston Teacher’s Training College)
Bachelor’s Degree In Primary Education

LLOYD COLLINS 🇬🇧
LLOYD COLLINS 🇬🇧MYP/DP History & Humanities Teacher
Lloyd was born and raised in the New Forest in England. He has been teaching since 2004, in that time he has taught in England and internationally in Kuwait, Dubai (UAE) and Romania (before coming to Barbados) teaching both the English curriculum and the IB DP programme.

Lloyd is a graduate of the University of the West of England where he got a BA (hons) in History and Geography and PGSE in Secondary History. In addition to teaching History, he has taught a range of Individuals and Societies subjects such as geography, politics, and citizenship. In his career he has also been a form tutor, CAS advisor, subject leader, head of department and in his last post was Extended Essay Coordinator.

Lloyd is a self-confessed History geek and really enjoys learning about aspects of the past he had not studied before. He believes that an understanding of the past is vital to understand the world that we live in now. 

In his spare time, he likes to learn new languages on Duolingo (currently he is learning Romanian), he has been learning to ski, travelling as well as reading History books. In Barbados he is hoping to be able to play cricket and rugby again as well as exploring the island and the region. 

BA Hons. History and Geography (University of the West of England)
PGCE in Secondary History (University of the West of England)
MCCT: Member of the Chartered College of Teaching

STUART HAMILTON 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
STUART HAMILTON 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿MYP/DP English Teacher
Stuart was born in Manchester, England and lived and worked in the north of England until 2021. He has been teaching since 2007 and has held a variety of roles as both a classroom teacher and as a middle leader. He graduated from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth with a degree in Film with English before studying for a PGCE in Media and English.

In recent years, he has taught in North Carolina, USA and Kyrenia in Northern Cyprus. In addition to teaching, Stuart enjoys travelling and experiencing new cultures, cinema and a range of sports. He is an avid fan of football (soccer) and American football. He is very much looking forward to experiencing life in Barbados and bringing his passion for English to the school.

BA Film with English- The University of Wales, Aberystwyth
PGCSE Media and English- The University of Exeter
BRANDEN McGAFFNEY🇺🇸
BRANDEN McGAFFNEY🇺🇸MYP/DP PE and Learning Support Teacher
Branden was born in North Bay, Ontario, Canada, and holds UK, Canadian, and American citizenship. Over the past 20 years, he has taught in Canada, China, Madagascar, Scotland, Sudan, and the UAE, most recently in Edinburgh. He holds degrees in History and Biology, Education, and a Master of Education, giving him a strong foundation for teaching in diverse classrooms.
This year, Branden will be teaching Physical Education and Student Support. Outside of school, he enjoys golf, scuba diving, and ice hockey. He and his wife, Vicki, along with their two dogs, Moose and Chewy, are excited to embrace the island lifestyle. With his global teaching experience and love for learning, Branden is looking forward to inspiring students both in and out of the classroom.
BA in English Teaching
MA in Rhetoric and Composition
Washington State Teaching License
FOZIA CHISHTI 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇮🇪🇵🇰
FOZIA CHISHTI 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇮🇪🇵🇰MYP/DP English
Born in the 70s to an Irish mother and Pakistani father, I spent much of my childhood wishing I could be “normal”. Why couldn’t our picnics be sandwiches instead of stoves, pots, rice and curry? The curious (and sometimes envious) glances this drew to a reluctant teenager were something to behold. Yet I grew up wrapped in the warm, profanity-laced storytelling and quiet wisdom of my “opposing” cultures — one flag could never represent me.

I believe in potential, that a rising tide lifts all boats, and that we can aim high while keeping our humanity — and our humour — intact.

I’ve been teaching so long that I’m fairly sure Methuselah was once in my class. He was far too chatty. Armed with a BA (Hons) in English with Education and a complete inability to say ‘NO’, I’ve been involved with countless trips — most recently a World Challenge expedition to Vietnam and Cambodia. Here the biggest accomplishment was surviving a tuk tuk ride. For the record: curling your toes, digging your nails into your palms, clamping your eyes shut, and screaming internally — with the occasional external squeak escaping —  has no influence on the number of millimetres by which you avoid a bus, lorry, car, tuk tuk, cyclist, pedestrian, dog or cat.

When I’m not teaching, you’ll find me glass fusing, crafting, walking with my camera constantly clicking, baking, jewellery making or reading. I love musicals, books and films, and sing in a gloriously enthusiastic choir — we’re performing at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo this year. I also have a go at yoga, where I am happily, utterly hopeless.

BA (Hons) in English with Education
QTS
DANIEL WALTERS 🇬🇧
DANIEL WALTERS 🇬🇧PYP PE and Learning Support
Daniel was born and raised in London, England, and has had a lifelong passion for sport and physical activity. He began practising taekwondo at the age of three and started assisting with classes when he was just twelve. At sixteen, after completing his first coaching qualification, he also began supporting his local Under-12 football team. These early experiences inspired a career dedicated to coaching, teaching and helping young people develop through sport.

Over the course of his career, Daniel has delivered Physical Education, sports coaching and youth development programmes in a wide range of settings. These have included primary and secondary schools, sixth-form colleges, universities, charities, community organisations, youth inclusion programmes and private sports academies. He has worked both in the United Kingdom and internationally, designing inclusive programmes that encourage students of all abilities to participate, build confidence and develop positive lifelong attitudes towards physical activity.

As an athlete, Daniel competed internationally in taekwondo and had the privilege of travelling around the world through the sport. His achievements include becoming a British national champion and winning a silver medal at the Commonwealth Championships. Although taekwondo was his main sport during his competitive years, he enjoys a wide variety of sports and continues to lead an active lifestyle.

In 2021, Daniel moved to South Korea with his family, where he taught kindergarten and elementary-aged children and progressed into educational leadership roles. During his five years in Korea, he led curriculum planning, mentored teachers and supported the development of inclusive, child-centred learning environments.

Daniel believes that Physical Education should help every student experience success, develop physical literacy and discover enjoyable ways to remain active. He is excited to join The Codrington School community and begin the next chapter of his family’s international adventure in Barbados.

MA International Education – Keele University, United Kingdom (in progress)
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science – London South Bank University, United Kingdom
CELTA – Cambridge
World Taekwondo Level 1 International Coach
Kukkiwon Taekwondo 5th Dan
Kukkiwon Dan Grade Examiner
FA Football Manager – Level 2
Safeguarding in Sport – Level 2
Safeguarding and Protecting Children
First Aid at Work
CLAUDE SGRO 🇫🇷
CLAUDE SGRO 🇫🇷MYP/DP French
Claude was born and raised in France, where he completed his Master’s degree but earned his Qualified Teacher Status in England. During his 27-year teaching career, Claude taught in 8 different countries, including Saudi Arabia, Albania, and Papua New Guinea. Claude has taught many different curricula but mainly MYP and DP. Claude is committed to the IB philosophy.

Claude is a very active person. He just spent 7 months sailing his sailboat in French Polynesia. He is also a PADI scuba diving instructor and hikes a lot. He likes to share his experience and positive energy with students. His engagement goes beyond the classroom. He led many school trips to South Africa, Australia, and Spain. He also led or was involved in after-school clubs such as French cooking, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Model United Nations, and scuba diving.

Bachelor of Science in Language
Bachelor in English Language
Master’s in French as a Foreign Language
Qualified Teacher Status (in the United Kingdom).

KAREN GOMEZ 🇨🇴
KAREN GOMEZ 🇨🇴DP ESS & MYP Science
Karen was born in Cali, Colombia, where her passion for science and nature first began. She earned her degree in Biology with an emphasis in Molecular Biology from Universidad del Valle and has spent the past 12 years teaching science in private schools across Colombia. Alongside her teaching career, she has participated in research projects focused on biology, environmental science, and education.

Karen has collaborated with Indigenous communities in Mexico and Brazil, learning from their knowledge of sustainable agriculture, food security, and environmental education. These experiences have strengthened her commitment to inspiring young people to care for the natural world and to seek innovative solutions to global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, food security, and waste management.

She is excited to begin this new chapter in the Caribbean and looks forward to embracing the rich culture, language, and traditions of Barbados. Outside the classroom, she loves spending time outdoors and can often be found hiking, swimming, or diving.

Bachelor of Science in Biology (Universidad del Valle, Colombia)
Master’s in Educational Development and Research (Universidad Autónoma de Tlaxcala, México)
Teaching License from Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Colombia.

DANESHA YARDE 🇧🇧
DANESHA YARDE 🇧🇧MYP Science
Passionate about youth development and her career in Science education. Danesha is a local Barbadian Biologist from the Parish of St. Michael. She has taught for 5 years within the Secondary School Public and Private System. Outside of teaching she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, makeup artistry, art, fitness, food and traveling. Her education and work backgrounds have given her extensive classroom, laboratory and field experience.

She aims to build meaningful relationships with her students and create a safe and fun environment where they are engaged and comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, thinking critically and growing.

Diploma of Education Secondary (Erdiston Teachers Training College)
Bachelors of Science in Biology (The University of the West Indies Cavehill)
Associate Degree in Environmental Science and Biology (The Barbados Community College)
JORDAN COLLINS 🇬🇧
JORDAN COLLINS 🇬🇧PYP 8 Teacher
DARIO HOLDER 🇧🇧
DARIO HOLDER 🇧🇧ICT Systems Manager
Dario, our IT Guru, joined The Codrington Team in December 2015. He brought with him a wealth of experience as an IT Technician and Network Administrator. Having worked in five star resorts locally and regionally his knowledge is invaluable. Dario is also a proud parent of a lovely little girl, an avid car enthusiast and actively involved in the community.

A+ and Network+ Certifications
Allworx Certified
UEWA

DIANA RICHARDSON 🇧🇧
DIANA RICHARDSON 🇧🇧Director of Admissions
Born and raised in Barbados, Diana moved to the UK to further her education. After completing her A-levels, she obtained an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Kingston University and a Masters degree in Psychotherapy from Roehampton University. During this time she continued to study one of her passions – ballet. She also took the opportunity to travel. Some of her favourite places include India, Iceland and Barcelona.

personal family assistant. She is most passionate about supporting young people, helping them build confidence whilst maintaining their natural curiosity and wonder.

Diana returned to Barbados to raise her daughter and has worked in Barbados privately as a Psychotherapist.

Diana loves animals and nature. She likes to spend her free time outdoors with her daughter riding horses, sailing or exploring the beautiful gulleys of Barbados. She also loves to read and bake cakes!

BA (Hons) Psychology
MA Dance Movement Psychotherapy

SABRINA EDWARDS 🇧🇧
SABRINA EDWARDS 🇧🇧Office Manager/School Nurse
Ms. Sabrina, is the Office Manager and our School Nurse.
Sabrina is fluent in Spanish, embraces her culture and is passionate about education, student safety and health. She is supportive and nurturing to each of our students. Her philosophy is ‘one should never stop learning – there is so much yet to explore.

Sabrina specialized in Design and Illustration, holding a Graphic Design Degree from the Collage of West Palm Beach in Florida and assists with all of the school’s graphics.

In her free time, she enjoys horse riding, taking her dogs to the beach and having fun with family and friends.

Associate Degree in Arts – Graphic Design
First Aid Certification: First Aid & CPR

PAULETTE VAUGHN🇧🇧
PAULETTE VAUGHN🇧🇧Business Manager
Born in Barbados, Paulette has about thirty years of experience in accounting and administration, twelve
of which were spent in Caricom.
Her early career started in the Tourism Industry after she completed a 2-year Diploma in Tourism at the
Barbados Community College. Upon leaving that industry she earned the Certified Administrative
Managers Certification and started studying with CGA Canada.

Paulette relocated to the USA where she commenced studies at the City University of New York for a BSc. in Accounting with CPA option.
On returning to Barbados she held positions such as Accounting Officer and Assistant Accountant in the project management, retail, and manufacturing sectors.

Paulette is a lover of classical music and has earned up to Grade 5 in Music Theory from the Royal School of Music. She has also studied project management and variety of computer applications and was a Word-Processing Tutor for about five years.

DAWN MEDFORD 🇧🇧
DAWN MEDFORD 🇧🇧Facilities Manager
Ms. Dawn, a proud Barbadian and our Facilities Manager, ensures the school looks and operates at its’ best. Having studied at The Barbados Community College, Dawn is very detail oriented and takes immense pride in her work.

She is also the  leader of our Duke of Edinburgh’ Program and on the Award Council and Expedition Panel. Dawn wears many ‘hats’ and is always willing to assist with a smile.