Emma Jackson
Learning Support Assistant, BCS
Meet our people
We are an experienced, caring and diverse team. We have over 1,200 staff around the globe in a wide variety of roles to ensure that we deliver excellence in education that we would expect for our own families.
Our Leadership Team
Our experienced Leadership and Management Executive Team is comprised of people from different disciplines across the group. This ensures we maintain a high standard of central services to support our excellent academic approach.
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Chris joined the company in 2013. Formerly CFO, he was appointed CEO of CATS Colleges in 2020. Chris has extensive leadership experience in a variety of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, FMCG, and, most recently, education in both private equity and US listed settings. Chris was part of the team that led the sale of CATS Colleges from Cambridge Education Group to Bright Scholar in 2019.
Chris Stacey
Chief Executive Officer
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Dr Wilson is an Oxford University graduate where he obtained a first class degree in Chemistry and a Doctorate. He joined the company in 2014 and has held senior leadership positions in several of our schools since then. Prior to this, he worked internationally in a rapidly growing school in China. Craig was part of the team leading the sale of CATS Colleges from Cambridge Education Group to Bright Scholar in 2019.
Dr Craig Wilson
Group Central Operations Director & Executive Principal, CATS Colleges
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Karin has a first-class science degree in Photographic Sciences and a Masters of Philosophy from the Royal College of Art. She has held senior management roles in highly QS ranked UK Universities including Dean at University of the Arts, London. A photographic practitioner by origin, Karin’s practice as a photographer has resulted in her work being exhibited nationally and internationally at world leading institutions such as the Tate Britain.
Karin Askham
Rector, Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts
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On leaving school in London, Russell gained a scholarship to study geology at Durham University. Following graduation he worked as an Engineering Geologist before returning to university, this time to Cambridge where he was awarded a Masters in Education.
Russell Slatford
Headmaster, Bournemouth Collegiate School
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Tim has been leading global People Teams for over a decade within several sectors, including marketing, entertainment and retail. He now brings the experience of organisational development, talent, learning & development and organisational transformation projects to CGS.
Tim Gladston
People & Engagement Director
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Wayne Ledger
IT Director
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Polly has 15 years' experience in international education. She joined CGS in 2015 to lead the Sales and Marketing team at CSVPA. In 2019, Polly was appointed VP of Business Development, leading the Group's business transformation project. In January 2022, Polly was appointed Global Marketing Director, leading Marketing, Direct Sales, Corporate Communications and Business Development. Polly holds a BA (Hons) in Psychology and Contemporary English Language Studies and an MA in Bilingual Translation and Interpreting. She is currently studying for an Executive MBA at the University of Oxford.
Polly Tzortzi
Global Marketing Director
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Katya has extensive experience in the education industry, having represented groups of private high schools, university pathways and language centres globally. Katya has held various Sales and Marketing leadership positions within the group since 2014. She has led innovative projects and campaigns, including the development and roll-out of the new CRM system and the launch of new schools and products. In Jan 2022, Katya was appointed Global Sales Director to lead a team of 55+ student recruitment specialists based in 20 countries.
Katya Bryzgalova
Global Sales Director
“I love boarding at BCS, it really encourages me to take ownership of my studies, which will be really important when I am at university.”
Alexandra from Germany, BCS
IGCSEs & A levels, progressed to study Engineering (Mechanical with Business Finance) at University College London (UCL)
“When I found out that I had an offer from the University of Cambridge, I screamed. My mother and father were so happy about it too, and my classmates said, ‘Yes Yuliia, you got it!’”
Yuliia from Ukraine, CATS College Cambridge
Progressed to study Maths at the University of Cambridge
“St Mike's is an incredibly diverse and culturally refreshing environment.”
Kristy from Hong Kong, St Michael's School and Sixth Form
A levels, applying to study Medicine at King's College London
“I benefited a lot from various courses at CSVPA China. I learned different domains of art and design and got to know different art techniques and art forms, which greatly enhanced my cross-disciplinary awareness in creation."
Yida from China, CSVPA China
Progressed to study Graphic and Media Design at Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London
“I graduated from CATS China and progressed to CATS Boston with 91 TOFEL. I made a lot of friends in CATS Boston.”
Tianyi from China, CATS China
Progressed to study at the University of New York
“The course helped me find my strengths and provided a clear direction for me to grow creatively. The atmosphere and friendly tutors gave me more confidence, which gave me courage to put forward my own ideas and allowed me to grow my creative interests.”
Fay from China, CSVPA China
Art & Design Foundation
“Bosworth has really shaped me as a person. I have gained resilience and maturity. From teaching to extracurricular activities, Bosworth has been nothing but first-class. I will never forget the opportunities that I’ve been given here.”
Corey from the UK, Bosworth Independent College
GCSE & A levels
"You’ll have a lot of fun here with classmates and with the teachers. The teachers are so great!”
Denise from Mexico, Stafford House Calgary
General English
“At CATS I gained self confidence to stand up in front of a crowd… now my entire job requires pitching ideas to different people.”
Aarul from India, CATS College London
Progressed to set up his London-based start-up, MASH Virtual
“I would definitely recommend CATS Cambridge to anybody who wants more independent living… to get an English Sixth Form experience with the addition of a multi-cultural community.”
Megan from Malaysia, CATS College Cambridge
Progressed to read Law at King’s College London
“My time at Bosworth has had a profound impact on my character, which I know will stay with me for years to come. It has improved me both academically and as a person."
Adam from the UK, Bosworth Independent College
A levels
“I joined BCS for Sixth Form, as I was really attracted by the wide range of subjects and supportive teachers I met.”
Ray from China, BCS
A levels & EPQ, progressed to study Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bristol
“Our son's confidence definitely improved during his time at CATS, especially in Maths and in understanding English, thanks to the help from his tutors. We think that the supportive way of teaching really helped him achieve his place at Cambridge.”
A parent of a former student
“I enjoyed how close you get to the teachers and staff at BCS, especially in Sixth Form. All the staff were always happy to read my personal statements and give me advice”.
Javid from the UK, BCS
GCSE & A levels, progressed to study Medicine at the University of Plymouth
"I recommend anybody in my country to come here and study the language. I think it’s an amazing experience for me!”
Bader from Saudi Arabia, Stafford House Cambridge
General English
“I interned with Gareth Pugh. Before joining the course, I didn’t have the confidence or the connections to make that happen!”
Adrianna from Hong Kong, CSVPA
Progressed to study BA Hons Fashion
“Through Bloomberg, I've been introduced to concepts like equity, stock, government bonds. These are all really important in today's financial market.”
Fucheng from China, CATS College London
Fast-track A levels, progressed to read Economics at University College London (UCL)
“My student life at CSVPA China is always filled with pleasure. The teaching method of my music direction course is one-to-one. Our teachers provide targeted assistance which allows me to improve a lot.”
Liangyu from China, CSVPA China
"CATS Academy is an outstanding international experience that has very well prepared me for my time in college."
David from Mexico, CATS Academy Boston
“Most of my friends got offers from very good universities. And I think CATS is the place that can really help us to progress to universities that we all want to go to.”
Mike from South Korea, CATS College Canterbury
Progressed to study Computer Science at University College London (UCL)
“I’ve really enjoyed my time at Bosworth. I’ve made friends for a lifetime and have developed skills that will be invaluable in the future.”
Janani from the UK, Bosworth Independent College
A levels
“The structure of the course and the support from my tutors has really prepared me for the workplace.”
Galiena from the UK, CSVPA
Progressed to study BA Hons Graphic Design & Illustration
“At CSVPA China, I study courses related to western drama. With the guidance of professional teachers, I have formed a unique style which combines the characteristics of Chinese style and classical music.”
Yuheng from China, CSVPA China
"The college application experience in CATS starts very early on. I have had conversations with the college counsellors, asking them about what classes I should take that are related to my preferred major."
Livia from Albania, CATS Academy Boston
“Coming here, I found a good degree of depth in terms of the knowledge that we are gaining. Yet at the same time, it was simplified so that someone who had zero knowledge could actually come and start a whole new thing.”
Fabio from Italy, CATS College Canterbury
Progressed to read Economics at University College London (UCL)
“CSVPA China made me who I am. It inspired me to explore the world, recognise myself and find friendship. I will never forget the wonderful times here.”
Huanruo from China, CSVPA China
Progressed to study Fine Art at Kingston University
“CATS China has qualified teachers and studying abroad in the UK or US for the final year of high school is just the appropriate time for us.”
Jiajing from China, CATS China
Progressed to study at the University of Warwick
“Before enrolling at CSVPA China, I didn’t have the opportunity to study art and design professionally and systematically.”
Xiang from China, CSVPA China
Progressed to study Graphic and Media Design at London College of Communication, University of the Arts London
"I would definitely recommend CATS Cambridge to anybody who wants more independent living… to get an English Sixth Form experience with the addition of a multi-cultural community."
Megan, Malaysia
Progressed to study Law at King’s College London
“The best thing was actually the relationship with the teachers and the opportunity to ask questions outside of the syllabus.”
Sarah from Italy, CATS College Canterbury
Progressed to study Chemistry at the University of Oxford
“CATS gave me the opportunity to apply to top universities”
Anastasia from Russia, CATS College London
A levels, progressed to read Government and Economics at the London School of Economics and achieved a First-Class Honours
“Acting has become a huge passion of mine and I have lots of dreams for the future, none of which would be possible without the excellent teaching and guidance I received during my time at BCS.”
Onioluwa from the UK, BCS
A levels, progressed to study Acting at the University of Plymouth
“CATS London organised a summer Bloomberg School. I was an assistant teacher on that programme.”
Liza from Russia, CATS College London
Fast-track A levels, progressed to study History and Political Economy at King’s College London
“An academic school that encourages pupils to achieve their full potential.”
Samrat from Hungary, St Michael's School and Sixth Form
GCSE
“The CATS China exchange program helped me become confident and also learn how to live independently.”
Bijia from China, CATS China
“If someone asked me for advice about doing an English programme here, I would say be prepared for the huge experience in your life!”
Gabrielle from Brazil, Stafford House Calgary
General English
"Everyone has the chance to express and to bring new ideas. Our teacher listens to everyone and arranges the lesson so that it is beneficial to all. I feel very confident in my improvement."
Srikanth from Switzerland, Stafford House London
General English
“The numerous extra-curricular activities keep me fit and healthy.”
Finnlay from the UK, St Michael's School and Sixth Form
GCSE
"We get many colleges visiting the school, to give a talk and interact with us, which is really helpful to build connections with universities."
Minh from Vietnam, CATS Academy Boston
“I love boarding at BCS, it really encourages me to take ownership of my studies, which will be really important when I am at university.”
Alexandra from Germany, BCS
IGCSEs & A levels, progressed to study Engineering (Mechanical with Business Finance) at University College London (UCL)
“When I found out that I had an offer from the University of Cambridge, I screamed. My mother and father were so happy about it too, and my classmates said, ‘Yes Yuliia, you got it!’”
Yuliia from Ukraine, CATS College Cambridge
Progressed to study Maths at the University of Cambridge
“St Mike's is an incredibly diverse and culturally refreshing environment.”
Kristy from Hong Kong, St Michael's School and Sixth Form
A levels, applying to study Medicine at King's College London
“I benefited a lot from various courses at CSVPA China. I learned different domains of art and design and got to know different art techniques and art forms, which greatly enhanced my cross-disciplinary awareness in creation."
Yida from China, CSVPA China
Progressed to study Graphic and Media Design at Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London
“I graduated from CATS China and progressed to CATS Boston with 91 TOFEL. I made a lot of friends in CATS Boston.”
Tianyi from China, CATS China
Progressed to study at the University of New York
“The course helped me find my strengths and provided a clear direction for me to grow creatively. The atmosphere and friendly tutors gave me more confidence, which gave me courage to put forward my own ideas and allowed me to grow my creative interests.”
Fay from China, CSVPA China
Art & Design Foundation
“Bosworth has really shaped me as a person. I have gained resilience and maturity. From teaching to extracurricular activities, Bosworth has been nothing but first-class. I will never forget the opportunities that I’ve been given here.”
Corey from the UK, Bosworth Independent College
GCSE & A levels
"You’ll have a lot of fun here with classmates and with the teachers. The teachers are so great!”
Denise from Mexico, Stafford House Calgary
General English
“At CATS I gained self confidence to stand up in front of a crowd… now my entire job requires pitching ideas to different people.”
Aarul from India, CATS College London
Progressed to set up his London-based start-up, MASH Virtual
“I would definitely recommend CATS Cambridge to anybody who wants more independent living… to get an English Sixth Form experience with the addition of a multi-cultural community.”
Megan from Malaysia, CATS College Cambridge
Progressed to read Law at King’s College London
“My time at Bosworth has had a profound impact on my character, which I know will stay with me for years to come. It has improved me both academically and as a person."
Adam from the UK, Bosworth Independent College
A levels
“I joined BCS for Sixth Form, as I was really attracted by the wide range of subjects and supportive teachers I met.”
Ray from China, BCS
A levels & EPQ, progressed to study Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bristol
“Our son's confidence definitely improved during his time at CATS, especially in Maths and in understanding English, thanks to the help from his tutors. We think that the supportive way of teaching really helped him achieve his place at Cambridge.”
A parent of a former student
“I enjoyed how close you get to the teachers and staff at BCS, especially in Sixth Form. All the staff were always happy to read my personal statements and give me advice”.
Javid from the UK, BCS
GCSE & A levels, progressed to study Medicine at the University of Plymouth
"I recommend anybody in my country to come here and study the language. I think it’s an amazing experience for me!”
Bader from Saudi Arabia, Stafford House Cambridge
General English
“I interned with Gareth Pugh. Before joining the course, I didn’t have the confidence or the connections to make that happen!”
Adrianna from Hong Kong, CSVPA
Progressed to study BA Hons Fashion
“Through Bloomberg, I've been introduced to concepts like equity, stock, government bonds. These are all really important in today's financial market.”
Fucheng from China, CATS College London
Fast-track A levels, progressed to read Economics at University College London (UCL)
“My student life at CSVPA China is always filled with pleasure. The teaching method of my music direction course is one-to-one. Our teachers provide targeted assistance which allows me to improve a lot.”
Liangyu from China, CSVPA China
"CATS Academy is an outstanding international experience that has very well prepared me for my time in college."
David from Mexico, CATS Academy Boston
“Most of my friends got offers from very good universities. And I think CATS is the place that can really help us to progress to universities that we all want to go to.”
Mike from South Korea, CATS College Canterbury
Progressed to study Computer Science at University College London (UCL)
“I’ve really enjoyed my time at Bosworth. I’ve made friends for a lifetime and have developed skills that will be invaluable in the future.”
Janani from the UK, Bosworth Independent College
A levels
“The structure of the course and the support from my tutors has really prepared me for the workplace.”
Galiena from the UK, CSVPA
Progressed to study BA Hons Graphic Design & Illustration
“At CSVPA China, I study courses related to western drama. With the guidance of professional teachers, I have formed a unique style which combines the characteristics of Chinese style and classical music.”
Yuheng from China, CSVPA China
"The college application experience in CATS starts very early on. I have had conversations with the college counsellors, asking them about what classes I should take that are related to my preferred major."
Livia from Albania, CATS Academy Boston
“Coming here, I found a good degree of depth in terms of the knowledge that we are gaining. Yet at the same time, it was simplified so that someone who had zero knowledge could actually come and start a whole new thing.”
Fabio from Italy, CATS College Canterbury
Progressed to read Economics at University College London (UCL)
“CSVPA China made me who I am. It inspired me to explore the world, recognise myself and find friendship. I will never forget the wonderful times here.”
Huanruo from China, CSVPA China
Progressed to study Fine Art at Kingston University
“CATS China has qualified teachers and studying abroad in the UK or US for the final year of high school is just the appropriate time for us.”
Jiajing from China, CATS China
Progressed to study at the University of Warwick
“Before enrolling at CSVPA China, I didn’t have the opportunity to study art and design professionally and systematically.”
Xiang from China, CSVPA China
Progressed to study Graphic and Media Design at London College of Communication, University of the Arts London
"I would definitely recommend CATS Cambridge to anybody who wants more independent living… to get an English Sixth Form experience with the addition of a multi-cultural community."
Megan, Malaysia
Progressed to study Law at King’s College London
“The best thing was actually the relationship with the teachers and the opportunity to ask questions outside of the syllabus.”
Sarah from Italy, CATS College Canterbury
Progressed to study Chemistry at the University of Oxford
“CATS gave me the opportunity to apply to top universities”
Anastasia from Russia, CATS College London
A levels, progressed to read Government and Economics at the London School of Economics and achieved a First-Class Honours
“Acting has become a huge passion of mine and I have lots of dreams for the future, none of which would be possible without the excellent teaching and guidance I received during my time at BCS.”
Onioluwa from the UK, BCS
A levels, progressed to study Acting at the University of Plymouth
“CATS London organised a summer Bloomberg School. I was an assistant teacher on that programme.”
Liza from Russia, CATS College London
Fast-track A levels, progressed to study History and Political Economy at King’s College London
“An academic school that encourages pupils to achieve their full potential.”
Samrat from Hungary, St Michael's School and Sixth Form
GCSE
“The CATS China exchange program helped me become confident and also learn how to live independently.”
Bijia from China, CATS China
“If someone asked me for advice about doing an English programme here, I would say be prepared for the huge experience in your life!”
Gabrielle from Brazil, Stafford House Calgary
General English
"Everyone has the chance to express and to bring new ideas. Our teacher listens to everyone and arranges the lesson so that it is beneficial to all. I feel very confident in my improvement."
Srikanth from Switzerland, Stafford House London
General English
“The numerous extra-curricular activities keep me fit and healthy.”
Finnlay from the UK, St Michael's School and Sixth Form
GCSE
"We get many colleges visiting the school, to give a talk and interact with us, which is really helpful to build connections with universities."
Minh from Vietnam, CATS Academy Boston
“I love boarding at BCS, it really encourages me to take ownership of my studies, which will be really important when I am at university.”
Alexandra from Germany, BCS
IGCSEs & A levels, progressed to study Engineering (Mechanical with Business Finance) at University College London (UCL)
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Assistant Headteacher and Head of Early Years, BCS
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Rachel May
Assistant Principal - Academic, Bosworth Independent College
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Peter O’Donoghue
Head of Boys Boarding, BCS
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Sophie Hancock
Prep School Teacher, BCS
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James Todd
Head of Boarding, CATS College Cambridge
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Christina Torns
Social Studies Teacher, CATS Academy Boston
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Alicja Domaradzka-Grzegorzewska
Domestic Team Leader, CATS College Cambridge
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Edward Dimsdale
Head of Graduate School, CSVPA
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Gloria Quartey
School Nurse, CATS College Cambridge
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Attendance Officer, CATS College London
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"I love working at Bosworth Independent College, it has allowed me to achieve my goals and share my passion for Chemistry. I enjoy the diversity and multicultural aspect of the college community. I am proud of the student progression by encouragement, a creative curriculum which affords academic excellence through learning."
Rachel May
Assistant Principal - Academic, Bosworth Independent College
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