Meet our leadership team

Ms Katie is an experienced and trusted educational leader from Northern Ireland with twenty years' experience in primary education. In her previous senior leadership roles, including Deputy Headteacher and Director of Learning and Innovation, Katie actively led cross-divisional initiatives that strengthened curriculum coherence, embedded future-focused transferable skills, and enhanced student outcomes.

With a BMus from the University of Surrey, Katie champions creativity and the Arts and is a strong advocate for student agency, innovation, and meaningful, real-world learning. She holds a PGCE and an MA in Education from the University of Northampton, and the National Professional Qualification for Headship. Katie has a keen interest in academic research, in the area of future-ready education and has been awarded a place on a PhD programme at Queen's University Belfast.

Ms Hanane is a passionate educator and engineer from the Netherlands. She holds a Master of Science in the field of Complex Systems Engineering from Delft, University of Technology as well as a National Professional Qualification for Headship. Her academic background has uniquely equipped her to teach mathematics and physics to students of all ages. Ms Hanane worked as a Senior Leader for seven years at British International Schools in Egypt before joining an ISP school in the United Arab Emirates. Her skill set encompasses a range of areas, including integrating STEAM into the curriculum, enhancing assessment and overseeing safeguarding and pastoral care.

Mr Narish is a passionate and forward-thinking educator with over 17 years of experience in international and private schools. He holds a BSc in Software Engineering and an MBA from the University of Sunderland, and has taught ICT, Computer Science, and Business Studies across a range of international curricula, including two years of lecturing in Brunei Darussalam. As a school leader, Narish has championed pedagogy and technology, digital learning, and whole-school improvement. In his previous role as Vice Principal and Head of Secondary, he led transformative initiatives such as the Digital Leadership Program, achieving Microsoft Showcase School status, and introducing both the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award and VEX Robotics. A strong believer in student-centered approaches empowers students with the skills needed to navigate the challenges of a Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous (VUCA) world. Currently, Narish is pursuing a double PhD in Education, focusing on Educational Technology and Leadership & Management.  Outside of work, he is an enthusiastic marathon runner, trekker, and footballer, reflecting his resilience, teamwork, and passion for lifelong growth.

Ms Gomathi Harikrishnan brings over 14 years of teaching experience, passion, and commitment to supporting young people in their learning journey. As a Head of Key Stage 3 at Tenby International School Penang, she leads the important transition from Year 6 into Year 7 and later moving up to Year 8, ensuring students feel safe, supported, and ready to grow. Gomathi is proactive in identifying concerns early and, as an Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASSIST) qualified Assitant Safeguarding Lead, she places student wellbeing at the centre of school life. She also leads the Wellbeing Ambassador programme, training students to offer vital peer support and strengthen community values. With expertise in cognitive coaching, Gomathi approaches challenging conversations with empathy and clarity, supporting both students and staff. Her leadership fosters inclusion, respect, and a nurturing environment where every student can reach their potential.

Ms Dharshini brings nearly 15 years of teaching experience across both primary and secondary, with extensive experience in pastoral care and student support. Alongside her role as an English teacher, she has dedicated much of her career to guiding students’ personal and academic growth. Since 2018, Ms Dharshini has held various Head of Year roles, starting with Year 7, then moving on to lead Years 9 and 10, later Years 10 and 11, and most recently taking on the position of KSC for Years 9, 10, and 11. She has led key initiatives such as managing options, overseeing Year 11 graduation, and embedding the 5Cs into tutor time—an initiative that has seen a strong and positive start under her leadership. Ms Dharshini is deeply committed to the pastoral wellbeing of her students, ensuring they are supported not only academically but personally. She leads tutor time initiatives and assemblies with the goal of fostering character, collaboration, and confidence.

Mr Stephen brings 15 years of experience working with children, including roles as a nursery practitioner and teaching assistant in schools. He gained his Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and PGCE through Goldsmiths, University of London, graduating in 2020. Prior to this, he earned a First-Class Honours BA in Early Childhood Studies from London Metropolitan University in 2016.

With over 20 years of teaching experience, Ms Pooneswari has been a passionate educator at National Primary School since 2005. She holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and has completed her Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE). Known for her enthusiastic teaching style and active involvement in school activities, she works closely with teachers and students to nurture lifelong learning. She strongly believes that every child has something special that can be built upon, and she puts that belief into practice by fostering character, creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Her dedication continues to shape confident, curious learners who thrive within and beyond the classroom.