Robert has been Principal at BIST since August 2024. With over 20 years of experience in education he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our school. Growing up in the UK, he graduated with a degree in Law from the University of Sheffield in 2002, and then undertook a PGCE in secondary mathematics with the University of Plymouth in 2004. While becoming a Head of Mathematics in Devon, he received a distinction in a Diploma in Mathematics with the Open University in 2009. After moving to King’s College School Murcia in 2014, Robert held prominent leadership positions including Director of Studies, Head of Sixth Form, Head of Secondary and Deputy Head. He completed his CPAH (Program for Aspiring Heads) qualification in 2019. Robert is joined in Georgia by his wife and 3 children. He enjoys spending time with his family whether it be reading, creative arts, playing music or walking the mountains.
James joins BIST from the British School of Barcelona where he was the Deputy Head of a large department and a teacher of English, and Politics. Prior to that James worked in Madrid and London in similar roles. James studied at the University of Leicester, University of Amsterdam, and UCL. He is originally from Worcestershire, England. James’ interests include literature, international relations, football, cycling and trail running.
Thomas Browning-Stamp has joined the British International School of Tbilisi as Assistant Principal (Co-curricular). Originally from the UK, he has taught in a range of international and UK settings, including Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Germany, and most recently as Head of Boarding in Salisbury, Wiltshire. He holds a degree in Primary Education with a specialism in Early Years and has recently completed the National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL).
Thomas is passionate about outdoor learning and the powerful role that co-curricular opportunities play in inspiring and deepening children’s learning. Outside the classroom, he is a qualified ski instructor, rugby coach, and active player – including captaining two teams in recent seasons. He enjoys exploring the outdoors with his wife, Rebecca (also part of BIST), and their Labrador, Shymba. They are all thrilled to be part of the BIST community and to be discovering more of beautiful Georgia.
Alex is originally from the UK, but grew up in Japan and has worked at international schools around the world since 2007. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Studies and Japanese from University of Wales, Cardiff and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education specialising in Primary Education from the Billericay Educational Consortium. He is the Year 1 teacher, as well as the EYKS1 Coordinator and Director of Studies at BIST. He loves Japan and offer a weekly Japanese club to primary students at BIST.
With over 25 years of experience and leadership roles across the UK, Hong Kong, and Cambodia, Amy brings a wealth of international expertise and a passion for creating joyful, nurturing learning environments.
Harry joined our Key Stage 2 team from a British school in Uzbekistan. He has previously worked at a British school in Russia as well as working outside teaching in the UK. Harry studied both Languages and Teaching at the universities of Buckingham, Portsmouth and Sheffield. In his free time, Harry enjoys climbing and running. Harry is originally from Nottingham in the UK.
Rebecca Browng-Stamp has joined the Primary Department at BIST. She brings twenty-nine years of teaching experience from schools across the UK and around the world—including Mongolia, Germany, and Kazakhstan. Most recently, she spent four years at a well-known prep school in the southwest of England. Rebecca studied Geography at the University of Birmingham and completed her PGCE at the University of Lancaster.ni
Outside the classroom, she enjoys walking in the hills, skiing in the mountains, and a good coffee while people-watching. She also loves spending time with her family and their dog.