Suzanne Pryde is an English teacher with extensive experience across a range of schools in New Zealand and London. She is committed to creating an inclusive and student-centred learning environment, fostering curiosity, engagement, and equitable outcomes for all students. Suzanne also incorporates aspects of speech and drama into her teaching, drawing on her Trinity College Speech and Drama qualifications.

Background

Suzanne holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Canterbury University, New Zealand, and a Diploma of Teaching from Christchurch College of Education. She has over 25 years of teaching experience and values a holistic approach to education that supports both academic achievement and student wellbeing. She has also completed a Level 1 Te Reo course at Whitireia, reflecting her interest in incorporating language and cultural awareness into her teaching.

Curiosity & Confidence

Encouraging students to be curious, confident, and engaged is central to Suzanne’s practice. She prioritises equity, diversity, and creating a safe environment where every student can thrive. Suzanne believes that learning should be meaningful, inclusive, and supportive, helping students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

Outside the Classroom

Outside the classroom, Suzanne enjoys reading, writing, going to the cinema, walking, and attending spin classes at the gym. She also cherishes time spent with family and friends, and catching up with her son, who is studying Electrical Engineering in Auckland.