KATHRYN DREW
Estepona,Spain
Summary
Experienced and dedicated childcare and education professional with a strong background in supporting children's academic, social, and emotional development. Skilled in creating nurturing, structured, and stimulating environments that promote confidence, independence, and a love of learning. Adaptable, discreet, and highly organised, with excellent communication skills and experience supporting families in both home and travel settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Governess / Child lifestyle Manager
UHNW Family
Kuwait
2025.09 - Current
- Rota month on / month off position within UHNW fully staffed household with two children managing children’s daily routines
- Supporting educational learning and development including homework and supplementary lessons during school holidays and travel
- Planning and organising age-appropriate activities and accompanying them to appointments, extracurricular activities and playdates
- Provided care and support for children during parent's absence
- Confident in liaising and working as part of a team with wider household staff
Governess / Travel nanny
Self - employed
Marbella, St Tropez, Greek islands, Mallorca
2025.07 - 2025.08
- Travelling Governess to UHNW Kuwaiti family with two children B6 G4 in July
- Travel nanny to UK based family with 3 children aged 5 - 13 in August
- Supported children with daily activities, including dressing, bathing, feeding, and overnight care to ensure their well-being
- Organising travel plans and age-appropriate excursions
- Packing for travel and wardrobe management
- Managed behavioural issues sensitively, fostering respect and good manners in children
- Assisted children with homework and school assignments, offering advice and guidance to build learner confidence
Private Tutor
Self-employed
Marbella, Spain
2023.09 - 2025.05
- Assisted high-net-worth family by providing private 1:1 teaching for child with significant special educational needs.
- Developed and delivered specialised lessons that integrated elements of Early Years Foundation Stage and practical Montessori elements to maximise the pupil’s engagement and provide a curriculum based on the child’s particular needs.
- Provided after-school tutoring, curriculum support, and examination preparation for children aged 3-14, enhancing their academic performance and readiness for assessments.
Summer Tutor / Governess
UHNW Kuwaiti family
Marbella
2023.07 - 2023.08
- Supported educational growth of two children under five by planning and delivering engaging lessons in French, English, and Maths.
- Organised interactive and age-appropriate activities to enhance learning experiences during summer.
- Encouraged outdoor play regularly to promote physical activity and health.
Primary Leader
Mont21 School
Marbella
2019.09 - 2023.06
- KS2 Class Guide with Management responsibilities for the whole of Primary
- Created and enforced a blended Montessori based pedagogy with the British National Curriculum.
- Focused on a child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student EAL and SEN needs
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Private Homeschool SEN Tutor
Self-employed
Marbella, Spain
2017.09 - 2019.06
- Private Tutor to a HNW family with 12 year old with ASD
- After-school tutoring, curriculum support and exam preparation for other children aged 3-13
- Designed, planned and prepared a stimulating and unique adapted curriculum to suit the individual needs to of the children
- Liaised with a range of specialist outside support including the OT and SLT.
Year 2 Class Teacher
Calpe School
Marbella
2015.09 - 2017.06
- Full-time classroom teacher providing differentiated teaching according to student skill level, taking into consideration EAL and SEN needs
- Classroom management / behaviour management, including liaising Ed Psych and OT
- Assessment / marking / report writing
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development
KS2 Class Teacher
British School of Marbella
Marbella
2014.09 - 2015.06
- Full-Time Year 3/4 teacher following the British National Curriculum
- Numeracy Co-Ordinator and SENCO
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
KS2 Class Teacher
Ecole Internationale Pré Fleuri
Villars-Sur-Ollon
2010.09 - 2014.06
- Planning and preparation of children's work ensuring differentiation and inclusion of EAL students
- Bilingual staff meetings and parent-teacher conferences
Education
BA (HONS) - French and Politics
University of Bath
Bath, UKCervantes Nivel A1 - Spanish
DELE
SpainA level’s - French, German, Geography
Exeter College
Exeter, UKGSCE’s -
West Exe Technology College
Exeter, UKPGCE - Primary Specialising in French
University College Plymouth, St Mark And St John
Plymouth, UKSkills
- Childcare management
- Experience in working as part of a multi-lingual, international household team
- Full Spanish & UK driving licence
- Confident travelling and working in changing environments
- Excellent communication skills
- Organised
- Creative and Resourceful
- Positive attitude and proactive
- Pet - friendly
- Non - smoker
LANGUAGES
English: First Language/ Native
French: C1 Advanced
Spanish: A2 Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Governess / Child lifestyle Manager
UHNW Family
2025.09 - Current
Governess / Travel nanny
Self - employed
2025.07 - 2025.08
Private Tutor
Self-employed
2023.09 - 2025.05
Summer Tutor / Governess
UHNW Kuwaiti family
2023.07 - 2023.08
Primary Leader
Mont21 School
2019.09 - 2023.06
Private Homeschool SEN Tutor
Self-employed
2017.09 - 2019.06
Year 2 Class Teacher
Calpe School
2015.09 - 2017.06
KS2 Class Teacher
British School of Marbella
2014.09 - 2015.06
KS2 Class Teacher
Ecole Internationale Pré Fleuri
2010.09 - 2014.06
BA (HONS) - French and Politics
University of Bath
Cervantes Nivel A1 - Spanish
DELE
A level’s - French, German, Geography
Exeter College
GSCE’s -
West Exe Technology College
PGCE - Primary Specialising in French
University College Plymouth, St Mark And St John