Christopher Waugh

Head of Department for English at Christ's College, Canterbury

Christopher Waugh is the Head of Department for English and Media Studies at Christ's College in Canterbury, New Zealand. He has been in this role since December 2020, bringing with him a wealth of experience in teaching English, having taught for 18 years across New Zealand and the United Kingdom.1 2 3

Educational Background and Career::

Waugh holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Otago and a Diploma in Secondary Teaching from the New Zealand Graduate School of Education.1
Prior to his current position, he served as the Assistant Head of Learning for English at Mt Aspiring College in Wanaka.2
He has received recognition for his teaching excellence, including the National Excellence in Teaching award in 2020.2

Contributions and Interests:: Waugh is passionate about developing educational resources and has created numerous online programs that are widely used by teachers. His involvement extends beyond the classroom; he has participated in school productions, coached debating teams, and contributed to various extracurricular activities like triathlon and sailing programs.2 4

In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he is a member of the Board of Trustees for Kahu Youth, reflecting his commitment to youth development and education.4