Our Team
Meet Our Team
At St. Andrew’s Montessori, our calm and caring teachers are dedicated to each child’s growth – physically, emotionally and intellectually.
They create a peaceful, supportive classroom where every child feels seen and heard. Teachers provide gentle guidance within clear, respectful boundaries, helping children build self-awareness and make positive choices.
They listen with respect and respond thoughtfully, fostering confidence and independence.
We know a happy environment means happy children – and here, they thrive while making joyful memories every day.
Our Team
Principal

Nina O'Neil
PrincipalQualifications:
Montessori Diploma,
BA in Media and Film studies,
Foundation Degree in Interior Design
School Administrator

Monica Cherrie
School AdministratorQualifications:
BA English,
Qualified Teacher Status
Co-Heads of Nursery

Uzma Anverally
Co - Head of NurseryQualifications:
Montessori Diploma,
Masters of Business Administration,
Bachelor of Business Studies

Zurina Snaith
Co - Head of NurseryQualifications:
International Montessori Teaching Diploma (2½-6 years),
Diploma in Nursery Nursing,
Foundation Course in Children’s Yoga Teacher Training Ages 2–12 years
Montessori Teachers

Uzma Anverally
Montessori TeacherQualifications:
Montessori Diploma,
Masters of Business Administration,
Bachelor of Business Studies

Zurina Snaith
Montessori TeacherQualifications:
International Montessori Teaching Diploma (2½-6 years),
Diploma in Nursery Nursing,
Foundation Course in Children’s Yoga Teacher Training Ages 2–12 years

Sophie Dunnell
Montessori TeacherQualifications:
International Montessori Teaching Diploma (2½-6 years)
PGCE

Simona Da Silva Lourenco
Montessori TeacherQualifications:
International Montessori Teaching Diploma (2½-6 years),
MCI Montessori Early Childhood Education Foundation Degree,
Foundation Degree (Level 5) in the Montessori approach and philosophy,
BA (Hons) in Childhood Studies,
Master’s degree in Applied Psychology and Coaching (2022)

Paula Alegre Garcia
Montessori TeacherQualifications:
International Montessori Teaching Diploma (2½-6 years),
QTS
*Currently on Maternity Leave*

Marta Krsteva
Montessori TeacherQualifications:
Montessori Diploma

Anaïs André
Montessori TeacherQualifications:
Psychology Degree,
Montessori Diploma

Sarah Déchandon
Montessori TeacherQualifications:
Montessori Diploma

Upuli Amarasinghe
Montessori TeacherTeaching Assistants

Silvana Pastor
Teaching AssistantJoined in April 2017

Tara Ives
Teaching AssistantJoined in April 2019

Svetlana Kucherina
Teaching AssistantJoined in September 2024
Housekeepers

Oksana Nevkipilaja
HousekeeperJoined in January 2015

Svetlana Kucherina
HousekeeperJoined in September 2024
Governors

Samantha Rawson
Governor
Mark Brealey
GovernorCareer Opportunities
At St. Andrew’s Montessori, our team is made up of passionate, dedicated individuals who create a warm and supportive working environment. We take great pride in fostering a happy and collaborative community where every team member can thrive.
If you have experience in education and share our commitment to nurturing each child’s unique potential, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a special school where tradition meets modern Montessori values.
Please send your CV and a cover letter expressing your interest to info@saintandrewsmontessori.com
“The real purpose of education is to prepare the orientation for future generations, who will progress to a new plane.”
