Ms. Phillipa comes to Garden House from the UK where she began her journey with Waldorf education at the age of 3, going through Waldorf school until the age of 17. After exploring the world for a while, she decided to train as a Waldorf kindergarten teacher to bring the love of learning developed in her own childhood to the children of today.  Ms Phillipa love arts and crafts in particular felting and working with wool, as well as gardening and cooking.  She believes in working with parents to create a nurturing environment to allow the children in her care to grow into confident, happy and inquisitive young people.  She is very excited to begin this new chapter in her life and joining the Garden House community.

Ms. Talia, a qualified educator in the field of Early Childhood Education, has been residing in Hong Kong for the past six years with her family. Originally from Spain, she brings with her a wealth of experience having attained diplomas in Early Childhood Education, Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher Training and Waldorf Teacher Training in her home country. Further, Ms. Talia has worked in both England and Spain, in Waldorf and private schools alike.

Ms. Talia's dynamic personality, coupled with her passion for reading and crafts, has led her to strongly believe in working collaboratively with families to ensure that young children feel at ease and are equipped with the necessary skills to transition smoothly into primary school. She is eager to embark on yet another adventure with the children in her care, and to learn more about the diverse and beautiful cultures that Hong Kong has to offer.

With Ms. Talia's extensive experience and her unwavering commitment to providing quality education, parents can rest assured that their children will be in loving hands.

Ms. Anasuya is an experienced and dedicated early childhood educator with 6 years of experience co-teaching Grade 3 at Hong Kong International School. Her background, including training as a Waldorf Early Childhood teacher and pursuing a Masters in Waldorf Education from the Rudolf Steiner College in Norway. Ms. Anasuya is committed to creating a nurturing and child-centered community in her classroom, emphasizing the importance of the three-fold approach to child development.

Ms. Anasuya's curriculum reflects her passion for the arts and incorporates crafts and outdoor activities to encourage children to develop their skills and express their ideas and feelings. Her teaching approach is centered around creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where children are encouraged to explore and learn at their own pace. She has been living in Hong Kong with her family for the past 16 years, and her daughter is currently studying at King George V School while her son attends English School Foundation School.

Ms. Alice, a passionate educator, delights in spending time with children and engaging in outdoor activities such as swimming and hiking. She holds qualifications as a Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher and a certified kindergarten teacher. Though she is yet to have children of her own, she considers herself a second mother to all the children under her tutelage, as the adage goes, "Teacher is the second mother." Ms. Alice trusts that connecting with nature and using music and art can help children balance their physical and mental needs. She strongly believes in the importance of rhythm as a fundamental aspect of life and endeavors to create a serene, stress-free environment for the children in her care.

Ms. Anna started her journey in Waldorf education when her two sons studied at Garden House. Her experience as a parent at Garden House led her to want to become more involved and learn more about Waldorf education so she went on to become fully qualified as a teacher through the London Steiner Early Childhood Centre.  She began to work at Garden House nine years ago, since then she has been fully immersed in its philosophy. Through many years of training and practice, her knowledge and understanding of the Waldorf philosophy have deepened and extended. Her formal study and personal appreciation of Waldorf education enrich the love and warmth that she brings to the children at Garden House. She is keen to keep learning and teaching year after year and she loves seeing the children growing and changing and the parents becoming so engaged in the philosophy, just as she did. Ms. Anna particularly enjoys the crafts and music; Waldorf’s commitment to integrating the full range of arts into education allows her to give full rein to her talents, which enrich all her classes.

Katherine joined Garden House in August 2022 after completing her studies as an Early Childhood Playground Instructor. With over two decades of experience in aviation field, Katherine brings with her a naturally empathetic and caring demeanor, and a passion for working with young children. As a mother of two young daughters, she understands the importance of nurturing and spending quality time with children.

Katherine also has a personal interest in cooking and has been practicing yoga for the past 10 years. She is excited to be a part of the Garden House community and is committed to developing and working with students to meet their individual needs.

Ms. Michaela has been with Garden House for the last 2 years summer school, and is now joining us full-time in the Dragonfly class.  A permanent Hong Kong resident, Ms. Michaela was born and raised in South Africa. Prior to working at Garden House, Ms. Michaela has worked in a variety of educational and childcare roles for two years. Other than early childhood education, she is passionate about animal welfare and environmentalism. She believes that it is important for children to be in an educational environment that encourages individuality and creativity, as well as fostering a sense of compassion for others.

Ms. Luna is a qualified kindergarten teacher with a passion for children's language development. She and her family relocated to the United States from China in 2006, where she worked at a daycare center in Michigan for two years before moving to Hong Kong in 2010. Ms. Luna pursued a master's degree at The Chinese University of Hong Kong and has since been working as a Mandarin teacher at Garden House and have two-year Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher Training during this time.

Ms. Luna firmly believes that exposing children to language from an early age will benefit them greatly. Ms. Luna uses music and games to engage with children, creating a lively and interactive learning environment. Her dedication to her students' language development and her ability to make learning fun has made her a beloved teacher among her students, colleagues and parents.

Ms. Kate is a qualified kindergarten teacher with a degree in Chinese Language.  She studied at two universities in Xiamen, China before she obtained her certificate at The Education University of Hong Kong as an early childhood educator.  Having six years of experience as a Chinese teacher in an international kindergarten, Ms. Kate joined Garden House family in 2021.  She enjoys spending time with children, exploring nature with them.  She is looking forward to joining Caterpillar class this year to provide the children a loving and stable environment.

Ms. Jane has been living in Hong Kong for 8 years, and this is her 8th year at Garden House. Originally from Taiwan, Ms. Jane taught in a Waldorf Kindergarten in Taiwan for two years, her specialty is teaching Mandarin, her Taiwanese songs and games are among the children’s favourites. Ms. Jane believes that the best way for children to learn a language is through lots of activities and movement, such as singing, playing games and storytelling.  Herself a mother of two boys, one five and a half and the other three and a half years old, Ms. Jane loves children, she is very much looking forward to the learning experience with the children in the new school year.