Miss Jodi Steans

Miss Jodi Steans studied Linguistics with Literature in Nottingham, before completing her PGCE in Secondary English at the University of Nottingham. She is currently continuing her academic journey with a Master’s in Educational Leadership and Management through online study, balancing postgraduate learning with her leadership role at DBS.

With over 20 years of experience teaching English across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, Miss Steans specialises in English Language and also teaches A-Level Media Studies. Before joining DBS Denla British School as Head of English, she was Head of English at an international school in China. Prior to that, she served as Lead Teacher for English at a school in Yorkshire, UK. She is passionate about empowering students to express themselves confidently through language and takes pride in fostering creativity and communication in her classrooms.

Outside of school, Miss Steans enjoys gardening, reading, travelling, and swimming. She strongly values balance and wellbeing, both in her personal life and in her professional practice, and strives to create a classroom environment that reflects calm, positivity, and mutual respect.

Academic Qualifications:
BA (Hons) Humanities (Linguistics with Literature) – Nottingham
PGCE in Secondary English – University of Nottingham
NPQML – UK
MA Educational Leadership and Management (in progress) – University of Nottingham