Why Am I Based in Edinburgh?

I didn’t arrive here by accident.

I had been to the UK before, but when I decided to settle, it was Edinburgh that drew me in—the UNESCO City of Literature, a place where words have weight and history lingers in the streets. For someone who loves language, it felt natural to stay.

Edinburgh isn’t just a city; it’s a landscape of stories. Sherlock Holmes has his roots here, Agatha Christie once married here, and Harry Potter—a favourite across generations—took shape in its cafés. Literature isn’t tucked away in libraries; it’s woven into the city itself. For a teacher, that kind of environment isn’t just inspiring—it’s a resource, a living connection to the texts that shape young minds.

But my expertise isn’t about where I live. It comes from years of hard work—studying the IB, IGCSE, and A-Level systems, working closely with international school students, understanding the demands placed on them. Long before I moved here, I was already immersed in British education, refining my teaching, learning how to help students navigate complex texts, sharpen their writing, and think critically.

Teaching isn’t about location; it’s about knowledge, experience, and the ability to adapt.

That’s what I bring—not just familiarity, but depth.