Created in 2016, we work together with our students to inspire the discovery and mastery of the English language via a range of fun activities and classes for all ages and levels.
Our team of passionate and qualified mother-tongue teachers have a breadth of experience and interests. They seek not only to impart knowledge but to create a genuine bond with their students making for an informed yet personalised educational experience which nurtures a true love for learning.
Our unique co-planning approach encourages students to take ownership for their learning from an early age thus developing self-confidence, and collaborative and leadership skills.
We are an affiliated Cambridge English preparation centre with students regularly entering for the Cambridge First and Proficiency examinations to gain official recognition for their achievement in English.
Conscious of the balancing act many families have to play during the school holidays,
we also offer an array of themed day camps and workshops
across the year open to all children from the local area.
Kate Naegeli - Director, Head Teacher
British-born, bred and trained, Kathryn has taught in a number of UK, Swiss and international schools throughout her career with specialisms in Literacy, TESOL and music. When not at Kensington English, she can be found out walking her dog, Milo, at rehearsals with L’Orchestre de Ribaupierre and La Maurabia Quintet, or with her nose in a good book and a cup of coffee in her hand.
Kate is gradually returning from extended maternity leave and looks forward to being back in the classroom.
Milo - School Mascot, Chief Mischief Maker
Milo is our school mascot and chief teaching assistant. He is a 7 year old cocker spaniel who loves tennis balls, sticks, the water and being read to.
Milo is present on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Edwina Cornelius - English & ESL Teacher
Edwina has experience with teaching across all primary age groups with specialisms in Phonics, Literacy and music. As a mother to three boys and a boisterous golden, she is kept busy and enjoys family time hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter. Her personal interests are playing the piano, health and nutrition and travel.
Lucy Edwards - English Teacher
Lucy is an experienced teacher and is highly effective in preparing teen’ and adult students for their Cambridge exams. Lucy and her family enjoy travelling and keeping fit.
Janine Johns - Playgroup Lead & Lunch Club Assistant
Janine hails from South Africa and initially joined KES as one of the OG Playgroup Mums. See if you can spot her and now-not-so-little-man in the photo! Janine now leads our Community Playgroup and enjoys co-teaching our Lunch Club sessions.
Wendy O'Meara - Nursery & Performing Arts Extraordinaire
Wendy is an experienced teacher and joins KES as our EYFS lead and Performing Arts Extraordinaire. When not at KES, you can find her out with her dogs, directing local am’ dram’ and running www.turnthepage.ch.