Name:Richard Henry Phipps-Brown
Title: Head of Primary, UCSI International School Subang Jaya
Nationality:UK
Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Education (Hons) – Primary Education, with specialisation in History and Expressive Arts, Cheltenham & Gloucester College of Higher Education (now The University of Gloucestershire), UK
• TEFL Certificate
• Over 25 years of international teaching experience in IB and UK National curricula in the UK, Guyana, Switzerland, Columbia, Mexico, Singapore, China, Kazakhstan, Oman and Indonesia.

Richard Henry Phipps-Brown is a highly experienced and certified Primary/Elementary School Teacher with over 25 years of international teaching experience across the UK, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia. A passionate and dedicated PYP educator for the past 20 years, Richard brings with him a wealth of knowledge in inquiry-based learning and holistic student development. His deep commitment to fostering responsible, well-informed global citizens is reflected in his dynamic classroom practices, consistent facilitation of PYP Exhibitions, and active involvement in school camps and co-curricular activities. He has also served as a PYP Coordinator, supporting whole-school transitions and professional development for teachers.

Known for his empathetic and student-centred approach, Richard creates engaging and supportive learning environments where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. He has a proven track record of integrating subject areas within Units of Inquiry and reinforcing essential agreements that cultivate positive classroom behaviour. With extensive training in PYP pedagogy and a keen interest in educational development, Richard continues to inspire students, collaborate meaningfully with parents and colleagues, and contribute to the growth of IB programmes globally.