Biology Faculty
Head of Faculty-Sciences
Daniel Stonier
Head of Faculty-Sciences, Teacher of Biology
University of York, Bachelor of Science in Environmental Economics and Environmental Management
UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
PGCE in University of York
With over 25 years of teaching experience, Daniel Stonier has over a decade of experience in leading Science departments and teaching at internationally renowned institutions. Daniel is excited to bring his expertise in curriculum leadership, faculty development, and scholarly approach to learning at SClE.
Biology
Sonia Peh
Head of Subject-Biology, Teacher of Biology
Postgraduate Certificate in Education（International）of University of Nottingham
Master (2:1 Honors) in Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry of The Queen’s College of University of Oxford
TEFL(distinction), Frontier Conservation Education Exploration
Sonia was A-level Biology teacher at The Confucius International School in Qingdao, China from 2014 to 2015. She also held the positions of Head of House and Oxbridge Application Consultant.
Patrick O’Grady
Teacher of Biology
BSc Hons Biochemistry & Molecular Biology from Queen’s University, Belfast, N.Ireland.
Patrick is trained and worked as a chef before going into education and has since also qualified as a sports massage therapist and movement and mobility coach, an area in which he now works part time. He likes to use his experience in sport in the classroom to help foster the same interest in his pupils. He has been teaching for 20 years at Friends’ Quaker School N.Ireland.
Alirio Melendez-Romero
Teacher of Biology
BSc Biochemistry, University of Glasgow
PhD Biomedical Sciences, University of Glasgow
PGCT National University of Singapore
Dr Alirio Melendez Romero has been iteaching for over 18 years at universities and schools in the UK, EU, Asia and LATAM. He has taught Biology at IGCSE and A-level, IBDP-Biology, AP-Biology, Biochemistry and other science subjects at high school level. He has also supervised and coordinated Cambridge IPQ and IBDP group 4 projects, and has been Head of Biology and Head of Science departments at various international schools.
Craig Vardi
Teacher of Biology
BSc (Hons) in Clinical Dietetics, University of Pretoria
PGCE, University of Gloucestershire
Craig brings to his role as Biology Teacher, 17-years of teaching experience in the UK, South Africa and China. From teaching adults in Access to Nursing/Midwifery/Medicine (UK), to teaching Biology in private schools in South Africa, he brings much teaching experience over a range of ages to his current work. Besides teaching, Craig is a Sport-certified Dietitian, currently registered with the Medical Council of South Africa. He worked in private practice in a medical centre for a number of years, helping elite athletes optimise their diets for their respective sports. Having been a competitive athlete, combining exercise science and nutrition was fundamental to his success. Being a mature teacher, Craig has also worked in different life sectors, from the food industry to the army, and all this knowledge and skills he brings to his teaching of Biology at SCIE.
Helen Su
Teacher of Biology
Initial Teaching Certification in New York State
MA in Science Education: Secondary Biology, Teachers College in Columbia University
BSc in Animal Science, Cornell University (Summa cum laude)
Helen joined SCIE in 2022.
Yinglu Wang
Teacher of Biology
Honours Bachelor of Science, University of Toronto
Double Major in Physiology & Nutritional Science; Minor in Statistics iGEM Researcher in Genetic Engineer, Project won Gold Award, Best Manufacturing Project Award and Best Production Design Award Teaching Assistant in Science Department at Women in Science and Engineering Club (WISE)
Binu Manoj
Teacher of Biology
Bachelor of Science Education in Botany, Zoology and Chemistry (BSc. Ed), University of Mysore, India
Mrs. Binu has over 15 years teaching experience working with students in India, Bhutan, Maldives and China, and has A Level and IGCSE Biology teaching experience for more than 10 years in reputed schools in China.
‘Excellent Foreign Teacher in Sichuan ‘award holder in 2010.
Joseph Alder
Teacher of Biology
Bachelor Hons Degree in Biology, University of Sheffield
PGCE in University of Bristol
Mr. Alder taught in the UK for 5 years, including GCSE Biology, Chemistry and Physics and A-Level Biology. In addition, he has worked as Head of Science at an international school in Thailand for 2 years, teaching IGCSE Science and A-Level Biology.
Reza Mansournia
Teacher of Biology
PhD in Biology in University of Tokyo
Master in Educational Technology in Moreland University in Washington DC
With over nine years of teaching experience, Dr. Reza has been an International Baccalaureate (IB) trained teacher specializing in Biology and Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS) along with AP Biology. His international teaching career spans two years in Malaysia and seven years in China. In addition to extensive IB and AP teaching experience, he also spent three years teaching college students at the University of Iran. Dr. Reza’s diverse educational background and extensive teaching experience have equipped him with a unique blend of expertise in both Biology and Educational Technology. He is committed to fostering a deep understanding of biological concepts and promoting scientific inquiry among students.
Charles Wardle
Teacher of Biology
The University of Auckland, Bachelor of Science
University of the People, USA, Master of Education
With over 10 years of experience teaching A Level and AP Biology, Charles Wardle is dedicated to academic growth and fostering a positive learning environment that prioritizes student well-being. He excels at creating engaging, structured lessons that effectively connect and apply concepts, while also emphasizing rigorous exam preparation to ensure student success.
Sefe Okungbowa
Teacher of Biology
Oxford Brookes University, Bachelor of Science in Human Biology
UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
With over fourteen years of experience in teaching lGCSE and A-Level, Sefe has developed a deep passion for inspiring students to explore the wonders of science. Besides, Sefe also has had the privilege of working in various middle management roles. including as Head of Department and Teaching and Learning Coordinator. Sefe rejoins SCIE in 2025.
Chloris Wang
Teacher of Biology
University of Cambridge – MEd in Education (on-going)
University of Cambridge – Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
University College London (UCL) – MSci in Genetics
Over 10 years’ experience in the UK educational system, Chloris joined SCIE in 2025.
