Ian Forrester - The School in Rose Valley

ianf@theschoolinrosevalley.org

Ian joined The School in Rose Valley in February 2025 and has served in a variety of roles, including Building Substitute, Dedicated Student Support, and Assistant Teacher. In 2026–2027, Ian will apprentice alongside longtime Woodshop teacher Mike Nowell, learning the program and preparing to carry forward this beloved SRV tradition. Known for his warmth, patience, and lighthearted approach, Ian builds strong relationships with students and helps them develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

Ian graduated from Boston College with a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy before volunteering at the Kopila Valley Children’s Home and Elementary School in Nepal, where he discovered his passion for education. He later spent more than a decade in marketing, advertising, and sales, including roles with Amazon Advertising and Glanbia Performance Nutrition, before returning to education after moving with his family to the Philadelphia area.

Ian and his wife, Cathryn, have two daughters, Charlotte and Isla, as well as a dog, Scout, and a cat named Atticus.

The School in Rose Valley admits students regardless of race, color, creed, religious belief, sex, gender (including gender identity or expression), or national or ethnic origin who possess the motivation, ability, and character to succeed in our school community. Students are granted the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religious belief, sex, gender (including gender identity or expression), or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, or other school-administered programs.

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