
BANGKOK PATANA ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP
Head of School

Chris Sammons
Head of School
Chris Sammons has a professional interest in intercultural education, complemented by a combination of strong experience and academic qualifications. Chris’ professional qualifications include an MA (Hons) in Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health from King’s College London, a Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Studies and a BA (Hons) in Economics and Politics. Chris was previously Principal at West Island School in Hong Kong from 2016 to 2023; before that he worked at St. Katherine’s School in Bristol, UK.
Senior Leadership Team

Helen Thew
Cross Campus Principal

Matt Seddon
Secondary Principal

Sarah McCormack
Primary Principal
Cross Campus

Alice Curwood
Cross Campus Assistant Principal
Extra-curricular Activities and Sports

Cindy Adair
Cross Campus Assistant Principal
Professional Learning

Brian Taylor
Cross Campus Assistant Principal
Technology for Learning
Primary

Carol Battram
Primary Assistant Principal
Learning And Welfare / Designated Safeguarding Lead

Mark Verde
Primary Assistant Principal
Learning And Curriculum
Secondary

Lorna Conroy
Secondary Assistant Principal
Student Welfare
