Lauren Thomson was born and raised in the coastal town of Port Elizabeth, South Africa, where she also completed a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Biology Education from Nelson Mandela University. After teaching in South Africa for four years, Lauren decided to move to Vietnam in pursuit of a change of lifestyle and increased travel opportunities. She has since gained another four years of experience teaching in Hanoi. Lauren’s teaching philosophy revolves around fostering critical thinking skills while cultivating a genuine love for learning. Beyond the classroom, Lauren can be found exploring the great outdoors, whether on safari in South Africa or exploring marine life in the ocean.