Phil Jarvis began his career as a teacher outside of London in the UK and has held multiple roles at independent schools in the Bahamas, Canada, and the United States. Boarding school experience for Dr. Jarvis includes five years as Director of Admissions at Shawnigan Lake School on Vancouver Island, now Canada’s largest boarding school, and twelve years as Dean of Enrollment at the Berkshire School in Massachusetts, where he also served as Interim Head.

Dr. Jarvis is an associate member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and has been a presenter at SSATB, the Association of Boarding Schools, the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) faculty at the National Summer Leadership Institute, the Canadian Admissions Conference, and at conferences/fairs in North America, Asia, and Europe.

Bryan believes in the transformational power of education and is passionate about helping students and families make the right educational choices. He graduated from St. George’s School and holds a BA from Cornell University and an MA from Columbia University.

Cameron is a person for whom education is a lifelong pursuit, as he lives his life with the philosophy that nothing is more important than understanding the world around us. He attended St. George's Senior School in Vancouver, and graduated from the University of Victoria with a BA in Political Science after taking classes in nearly every discipline, from Philosophy to Biology to Creative Writing

Navigating the private school admissions process can be challenging. As the parent of two “lifers” at private schools in Vancouver and having attended private school herself, Cora is very familiar with the private school system.

After working as a registered dietitian for over 10 years, Sadie transitioned to being a dedicated stay-at-home mom, focusing on caring for her two young children. During this time, she researched the best educational options for her children and successfully secured placements for her daughter at Crofton House School and her son at St. George's School. She has learned to create a personalized application plan aligned with the student’s strengths and the family's educational philosophy. She believes that there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to parenting and education.
As an engaged parent, Sadie became well-acquainted with the parent associations of these private schools. From volunteering as a parent driver and swim meet coordinator to being a class parent, and helping out at the Crofton House Bazaar and St. George's May Fair, Sadie took an active role in the private school community. Sadie is a patient listener and an effective communicator. As a parent, she understands parents’ expectations and desires and how to communicate with children at different ages. She believes each family and student is unique and takes pride and pleasure in sharing her knowledge with KEY’s families.

After ten years working in two Lower Mainland independent schools as both an administrator and a teacher, Amy brings a breadth of knowledge and experience to help families identify key priorities in their children’s educational goals. As a parent whose daughter attended an independent IB school, Amy values personalized education that recognizes and uplifts the individual nature of every student. Guiding her own child from preschool to university acceptance has taught Amy the significance of balancing support for children, while nurturing their independence and critical thinking skills. As their children’s greatest advocate, parents are well positioned to help develop the academic, socio-emotional skills and co-curricular interests that will lead to success at school and beyond. To this end, Amy encourages parents to collaborate with their children in setting goals and to create an environment of positive communication and active listening. Amy also draws on her years of experience in the arts to support families with a pragmatic and creative approach in amplifying the unique qualities of their child to contribute to their school and society at large.

Matthew has experience working as an English tutor and writing coach, and has assisted students with many private school applications. His major in Developmental Psychology and minor in Creative Writing at UBC has inspired him to enrich future generations through education. Additionally, Matthew has gained valuable experience in the field of education administration, further enhancing his understanding of educational systems and organizational dynamics.
Matthew values interpersonal skills in teaching, believing that a foundation of trust and respect is crucial for optimal learning. His adaptive teaching style tailors to the individual needs of students, instilling confidence and building character. Matthew is motivated by witnessing the emotional growth of his students, encouraging them to think critically by viewing concepts from multiple perspectives and connecting ideas to form a deeper, more comprehensive understanding.

Connor Doyle graduated from Kwantlen Polytechnic University with degrees in English and Creative Writing. He has been the recipient of multiple awards for his writing as well as his contributions to the writing community. These include the David and Terry Atkinson Creative Writing Endowed Award from KPU and the Lush Triumphant Award for Poetry from subTerrain Magazine.

A professional writer and editor since 2014, Connor has contributed to news publications, financial websites, corporate marketing campaigns, literary magazines, and spoken word festivals, all while stoking a lifelong passion for creative expression. As a part of the KEY Education team, Connor is dedicated to sharing both his expertise of, and his love for, the written word.

Eve is a writer and English language teacher from Newcastle, United Kingdom. In past roles - in arts marketing, higher education administration, and copywriting – she has strengthened her own craft as well as shared the tools for successful professional, academic, and creative writing with others. Coaching for university applications, Eve has helped students find their unique voice, write with confidence about their achievements, and express insight about their lives and the wider world. For professional writing, Eve’s students have learned how to write cover letters and resumes in a concise, businesslike manner that hits keywords and targets specific job roles. Finally, coaching fiction, Eve has shared techniques for developing character, plot, narrative arc, dialogue, and more so that her students can effectively realize their creative visions.
Eve’s fiction, non-fiction, and theatre reviews have been published in various literary magazines, journals, and news publications and she is the winner and shortlist nominee for multiple accolades including the John Younger Prize, Bridport Prize, Queen Mary Wasafiri New Writing Prize, and The Master’s Review’s Novel Contest. A knitter, sewer, painter and Etsy seller, Eve celebrates creativity in all its wonderful, myriad forms; she is dedicated to helping students put their own passions onto the page. Eve’s coaching sessions foster confidence and skills building, and she always encourages curiosity and active participation.