Rebecca graduated from the University of Cambridge, serving as Head of Performing Arts in Southeast England before advancing into Sixth Form Leadership. As Director of Sixth Form with the Inspiration Trust, she rapidly enhanced Sixth Form provision, earning acclaim as one of the top performing Sixth Forms for progress in the UK. Since relocating to… Continue reading Rebecca Coulter
Team Category: Senior Leadership Team
Nathan Sadler
Jen Cruickshank
Jen is an accomplished educational leader with a proven track record in fostering student development and growth. With experience in both private and state sectors, she has held pivotal leadership roles, underscoring her commitment to excellence in education. Jen holds the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH), highlighting her expertise and dedication to school leadership.… Continue reading Jen Cruickshank
Laurie Joiner
Laurie is an accomplished educational leader with a diverse background in design and a proven track record of success in primary education. With a Bachelor’s degree in Jewellery & Metal Design and a PGCE in Primary Education from the University of Dundee, Laurie’s academic foundation is complemented by certifications in leadership and coaching. Laurie taught… Continue reading Laurie Joiner
Russell Smart
Russell graduated from Westminster Institute of Education, Oxford, with a BA (Hons) in Primary Education, specialising in History. He began his educational career in 2003 in his hometown of Swindon, initially serving as a Key Stage 2 teacher and leading the integration of IT in the classroom. Russell’s passion for technology and history has shaped… Continue reading Russell Smart
Emran Kashem
Nadine Darazi
Nadine’s journey in the field of education has been both diverse and impactful. Graduating from Saint-Joseph University in Lebanon with a master’s degree in Arabic literature in 2002, she started out as a primary and secondary teacher for six years before venturing into new challenges in Dubai. Throughout her nine years of teaching in Dubai,… Continue reading Nadine Darazi
Rose Akachi
Over the last 15 years, Rose has taught and led Early Years Foundation Stage departments in both the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates. Rose discovered her passion for working in the Early Years, when she worked on a play project, whilst she was studying at The London College of Fashion. Rose believes that… Continue reading Rose Akachi
Paul Cuthbert
Paul graduated from Aston University with First Class honours in Information-Mathematics and completed his PGCE at the University of Birmingham. He taught Mathematics at a secondary school in Suffolk for over 10 years, advancing from classroom teacher to Head of Year. In 2018, Paul moved to Dubai with his family to join Dubai British School… Continue reading Paul Cuthbert
