Our Leadership & Faculty

World-class academic guidance shaping global leaders

Principal

Dr. P Padmanabhan

Head of School

Distinguished Career Highlights
  • Senior Deputy Director (2017 - 2026)
    Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, NTU, Singapore
  • Research Associate (2003 - 2005)
    Stanford Medical School, Stanford University, USA
  • Visiting Scientist
    Dept. of Microbiology, Cornell University, Ithaca, USA
  • Consultant
    Clinical Imaging Research Centre (CIRC), National University of Singapore (NUS)
Welcome Message

From the Desk of the Principal

"Welcome to Toppers International School, where academic excellence meets absolute student support within a structured learning framework."

At Toppers International School, our goal is to provide students with a structured, focused, and supportive academic environment that prepares them for future success.

With years of experience in higher education and academic leadership, I strongly believe that the most critical years in a student’s journey are the formative secondary years. During this period, clarity, discipline, and guidance make all the difference.

Our integrated academic model ensures that students receive not just education, but direction—eliminating the need for external support and enabling them to focus on achieving their full potential.

We are committed to building confident, capable, and future-ready students.

The Office of the Principal
Toppers International School, Singapore

Our Expert Teaching Faculty

Our core classroom specialists maintain an intentional 1:12 student-teacher ratio to ensure close mentorship and personal academic attention for every single student.

Faculty member
Dr. P Padmanabhan
Head of School

Former Senior Deputy Director, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, NTU Singapore, and an internationally recognized expert in neuroimaging and nanomedicine. Over 30 years of research experience with 160+ scientific publications and extensive contributions to translational neuroscience.

Faculty member
Dr. Arivukkarasu Jayaraman
Mathematics

A highly experienced Mathematics educator with a PhD in Mathematics and a Bachelors in Education. He has amassed 23 years of teaching experience in IGCSE and IB curricula, demonstrating a deep commitment to education and student success.

Faculty member
Mr. S Senthilmurugan
Humanities

With an impressive academic background that includes an MA and MPhil, as well as a Bachelor of Education, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. He has been teaching young minds over the past 15 years in IGCSE and IB Diploma curricula.

Faculty member
Ms. Julie Choo
English

With over four decades of teaching experience and a Bachelor’s in Education Studies, she is a distinguished English educator renowned for her expertise in the IB and IGCSE curricula. Her student-centered approach fosters a passion for language and literature, helping learners develop strong communication skills, critical thinking, and lifelong confidence.

Faculty member
Mr. A Gnana Guru
Physics

With a Master’s degree in Physics and a Bachelor of Education, he is an accomplished educator with significant experience teaching the IB and IGCSE curricula. His engaging and concept-driven approach inspires students to develop scientific curiosity, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of Physics.

Faculty member
Ms. Asmita
French

With Master's degrees in both French and English, she is a dedicated language educator with extensive experience teaching the IB and IGCSE curricula. As a full-time faculty member, she inspires students to develop linguistic proficiency, cultural appreciation, and the confidence to communicate effectively in a global environment.

Faculty member
Ms. Smitha T
Biology

A highly qualified Biology educator with an MSc in Zoology, MPhil, and B.Ed., bringing over 15 years of teaching experience. With extensive expertise in the IGCSE and IB curriculum, she inspires students to develop scientific curiosity, analytical thinking, and a strong understanding of the life sciences.

Faculty member
Mr. Chacko P
Chemistry

An accomplished Chemistry educator with an MSc in Chemistry and B.Ed., dedicated to making complex scientific concepts engaging and accessible. His experience teaching the IGCSE and IB Diploma curriculum helps students build strong conceptual foundations, critical thinking skills, and confidence in Chemistry.

Faculty member
Mr. Akhil
Computing

A skilled Computing educator with a Master’s degree in Computer Science and a Bachelor’s in Education. Passionate about technology and innovation, he leverages his experience in the IB and IGCSE curricula to help students develop computational thinking, problem-solving skills, and digital confidence.

Faculty member
Ms. Santhi Senthil
Tamil

A passionate Tamil educator with an MA in Tamil and 7 years of teaching experience. Experienced in the IGCSE and IB curriculum, she fosters language proficiency, cultural appreciation, and effective communication skills while nurturing a love for Tamil literature and heritage.