Work With Us - Harrow International School Guangzhou

With 450 years of Harrow’s legacy as our foundation, we empower our people to make a difference—whether by nurturing future leaders or driving the engine behind our world-class education.

MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD

Harrow Guangzhou is not just a new school, it is a founding moment. As the 15th school in the AISL Harrow network and a flagship campus, we are building something from the ground up: a culture of excellence, belonging, and genuine ambition for every child who walks through our doors.

We are committed to academic rigour, whole-child development, and the Harrow Values of humility, courage, honour, and fellowship. Our pupils do not simply attend a school; they belong to a community and a legacy. The people who work here are part of building that legacy too.

I believe deeply that excellence is not a destination, it is a journey. Every day at Harrow Guangzhou, we ask ourselves how we can be better than yesterday: better teachers, better listeners, better colleagues, better educators. That commitment to continuous growth is not something we ask only of our pupils. It is something we ask of ourselves, every single day, together as one team.

We are looking for educators and professionals who share that belief. People who bring not just expertise, but genuine care — for their pupils, for their craft, and for the community around them. People who are energised by the idea of always improving, and who understand that the best schools are the ones that never stop learning.

At Harrow Guangzhou, we invest deeply in our staff. When teachers feel seen, supported, and inspired to grow, extraordinary things happen in the classroom. Your development matters here, and we are committed to walking that journey of improvement alongside you.

If you are ready to forge future leaders, to work in a dynamic and international environment, and to be part of a school built on excellence in life and in leadership, we would love to hear from you.

Ruth Whymark, Head Mistress

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OUR COMMUNITY- OUR SCHOOL

Harrow International School Guangzhou combines over 450 years of Harrow educational excellence with an innovative, future-focused curriculum. As part of the global AISL Harrow family, we are committed to developing young people who lead with courage, honour, humility and fellowship. Our teachers inspire a love of learning, encourage intellectual curiosity and empower pupils to achieve excellence for life and leadership.

OUR COMMUNITY- GUANGZHOU

People are at the heart of everything we do. Harrow Guangzhou is a welcoming and inclusive community where colleagues, pupils and families work together in pursuit of a shared purpose. We celebrate diverse perspectives, invest in professional growth and foster a culture where every member of our community feels valued, supported and inspired to make a positive difference.

Located in one of China’s most dynamic and fast-growing cities, Harrow Guangzhou offers colleagues the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant, welcoming and internationally connected community. From its rich cultural heritage and world-class cuisine to its thriving business, innovation and creative scenes, Guangzhou is a city full of energy and opportunity, with excellent connections across the Greater Bay Area and beyond.

It also has the best food in China (which means the best food in the world). Don’t let people from other places fool you with their biases: Cantonese food is fresh, tasty, varied and always high quality. Our school food will also be special with our own, specially-developed menu.

Hear From Our People

"It is a privilege to lead the Boarding Programme at Harrow International School Guangzhou during its foundation year. Building on over 450 years of Harrow's boarding heritage, I am excited to work alongside an exceptional team in creating a community where pupils are known, supported, and inspired to become confident leaders of the future. Harrow's values of courage, honour, humility, and fellowship closely align with my own approach to leadership, alongside a shared commitment to educational excellence for life and leadership."

Andrew Monk

Harrow Guangzhou, Head of Boarding

"I’m truly delighted to be joining the Harrow Guangzhou community. Throughout my career, I’ve been committed to building schools where every child experiences a rich and inspiring education. My experiences in Harrow Zhuhai and Cairo have strengthened my belief that great education comes from balancing academic excellence with character development. I’m really looking forward to working with our families and staff as we build something exceptional from day one, preparing our students to become tomorrow’s leaders."

Douglas Bridges

Harrow Guangzhou, Founding Deputy Head Academic

"I am looking forward to bringing my skills and experience in international education to the AISL Group. The role of Deputy Head Pastoral as a founding member of Harrow Guangzhou will allow me to utilise these in support of the newest school in the group, with exceptional holistic education and pastoral care at the heart of what we do."

Tracy Ghomashchian

Harrow Guangzhou, Founding Deputy Head Pastoral

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