To meet the different needs of students as well as guarantee high-quality teaching and learning, Merchiston Academy Songshan Lake has recruited an excellent team of teachers who firmly believe in our whole education philosophy. Highly qualified, motivated and experienced, our amazing teachers are able to develop young minds and help ensure them get into top universities. 
Michael ALBERTS
Michael ALBERTS
Head of PE

Nationality:South African

Michael is responsible for the teaching and learning of juniors and seniors curriculum. Michael previously served as the head of the Physical Education department at Chiway Repton School in Xiamen, China. Michael holds his Bachelor of Education degree  specializing in senior levels with his majors being Business Studies and Mathematics Literacy from Nelson Mandela University in South Africa. A committed sportsman, Michael has represented and competed at the highest level of Rugby and Cricket respectively. He continues to pursue his passion for rugby within China where he has competed in the China National Tournament while being apart of the local Shenzhen Bulldog Dragons rugby team. Michael is focused and determined with fitness and healthy lifestyle. He enjoyed participating in all sporting activities. He enjoys traveling, hiking in nature, surfing and swimming in the sea.

Michael ALBERTS
Michael ALBERTS
Head of PE

Nationality:South African

Michael is responsible for the teaching and learning of juniors and seniors curriculum. Michael previously served as the head of the Physical Education department at Chiway Repton School in Xiamen, China. Michael holds his Bachelor of Education degree  specializing in senior levels with his majors being Business Studies and Mathematics Literacy from Nelson Mandela University in South Africa. A committed sportsman, Michael has represented and competed at the highest level of Rugby and Cricket respectively. He continues to pursue his passion for rugby within China where he has competed in the China National Tournament while being apart of the local Shenzhen Bulldog Dragons rugby team. Michael is focused and determined with fitness and healthy lifestyle. He enjoyed participating in all sporting activities. He enjoys traveling, hiking in nature, surfing and swimming in the sea.