Steve King
Director
"I took on ownership of CELC at the end of 2010, and following many years working in schools and colleges, and some time as a church leader, I'm now very committed to making CELC even better than it already is!
"The school enjoys a wonderful location and I lead a great team. It would be a real pleasure to meet you, help you improve your English and give you a fantastic experience of the UK."
Chris Robinson
Director of Studies / Social Programme Co-ordinator
BSc General Studies, Dip. Teaching (New Zealand)
RSA Dip TEFLA (Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Adults)
"I am originally from the USA and joined CELC in 1991 after a number of years teaching in New Zealand. As well as taking care of the academic side of the school, I am responsible for sports, excursions and other social activities. It is my job to ensure that your time in the classroom is successful and that you really enjoy the social aspects of being at CELC.
"In my free time I enjoy water sports and getting out into the countryside on foot or bike."
"In my free time I enjoy water sports and getting out into the countryside on foot or bike."
Heather Johnson
Marketing Assistant
BA (Hons) Business Administration and Management
Trinity College Cert. TESOL (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
"I joined the team in 2009 and have experience of teaching English in both Britain and Korea.
"I am a volunteer leader at the Hub – an international student coffee bar, and I also love hanging out at Bournemouth beach and doing a little bit of water sport."
Rob Barron
Teacher / Music Co-ordinator / Health & Safety Officer
RSA DELTA (Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults)
"I have been teaching at CELC since 1987. I am also an official examiner for the University of Cambridge EFL exams.
"I am a keen musician and lead worship at both CELC and in my local church. I also present a weekly show on Hope FM, a local Christian radio station, and still find time to indulge my passion for photography."
Naomi Parnell
Teacher
Trinity College Cert. TESOL (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
"I started teaching at CELC in 2009 having spent time travelling in Africa and Asia. Alongside teaching, I work with Chris to ensure that you enjoy the sports, excursions and other social activities.
"I enjoy surfing, drawing and playing the piano."
Morna White
Teacher / Business Development / Accommodation Officer
BA (Hons) Arts and Event Management
University of Cambridge Cert. CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)
“I am originally from Scotland and joined the team in 2010, having completed my degree. I enjoy arts and crafts, spending free time in cafes with friends and love long walks in the countryside.”
Wendy Rixon
Receptionist / Admissions Officer
"As the person responsible for enquiries and Registrations, I will probably be your first point of contact if you are looking to join us to learn English. I have been working for CELC since 1999 and am the daughter of the school’s founder, David Williams. In my free time I enjoy the beach and water sports."
Kim Hicks
Receptionist / Academic Administrator
"I have worked at CELC since 2008 and provide administrative support. I enjoy supporting Chris and the teaching team and do all that I can to ensure that they have what they need to teach you well.
"In my free time I enjoy all sorts of ‘arty' stuff including drawing, crafts and making my own cards."
Amanda King
Bookkeeper / Administrator
"Having raised three daughters, I have more recently worked as an administrator for a Bournemouth-based charity and volunteered at our local hospital. I do what I can to keep some of the practical things at CELC running smoothly.
"I enjoy cooking, reading, family occasions and meeting friends."
Additional Teachers
As student numbers grow during the summer months we take on extra teachers. These are well qualified and friends of CELC. They become very much part of the team.
