Meet The Team

Originally from Northern Ireland, I moved to Dubai in 2008 and proceeded to stay for 15 years. Teaching and leading in three outstanding schools during this time provided me with a wealth of experience working with exceptional students and educators. I began my career as a class teacher with experience of teaching across primary. I quickly progressed into leadership roles due to my passion for helping others and bringing about positive changes for students and the whole school community. Subsequently my leadership journey began in the role as Head of Year progressing  to Head of Assessment, Assistant Head and finally Deputy Head prior to my new position of Vice Principal at Muna British Academy.
 
Providing the best educational experiences for all students is one of my key drivers alongside ensuring all children feel safe, valued and happy while at school.  In previous school settings I have had the pleasure of leading on areas including learning and teaching, assessment and curriculum design. I look forward to leading on some of these areas and more at Muna British Academy. I obtained my BA Hons degree from Queens University, Belfast. I also hold a Masters degree in Educational leadership and management. I am a firm believer in the importance of lifelong learning, and I continuously aim to learn more, improve, and develop as a teacher and leader.
 
Having moved to Abu Dhabi in 2023 and to Muna mid-way through an academic year, I have thoroughly enjoyed meeting Muna families and learning how we can continue to support and further strengthen as a school. I made the move from Dubai to Abu Dhabi alongside my husband who also works in education but with somewhat older children who are in the sixth form! We enjoy travelling and keeping fit and active which is much easier to do in the UAE with the beautiful weather and year-round sunshine.
 
I look forward to working alongside the outstanding staff at Muna British Academy and continuing to support students and families. Please feel free to contact me via email and my door is always open too.

I graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2005 with a MA (Hons) in Psychology; while studying for this degree, I found I had a particular interest in Developmental and Educational Psychology and decided to go on and study Primary Education.

I completed my PGDE in Primary Education from the University of Strathclyde in 2006. I worked in inner-city primary schools in Glasgow before embarking on a wonderful experience of travelling in Asia and Australia for a year. On my return to Scotland, I decided to combine my passion for teaching and travel and move to the UAE in 2010.

I have been a proud member of the Aldar Academies family for ten years, working at Yasmina British Academy. During my time there I taught across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 and held various leadership positions as Head of Subject, Head of Year, Head of Key Stage and Associate Assistant Principal for Visible Learning. I believe that the children should be central to everything we do; teachers should see the learning through the eyes of their students, setting challenging goals and facilitating the students’ learning journeys so they can reach their full potential, with no cap on expectations. I am proud to be part the Muna British Academy community as Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Assessment, working to continually develop an enriching and engaging curriculum, to ensure all students are motivated and realising the endless possibilities available to them throughout their education.

I grew up in the town of Middlesbrough in England. I have always had a passion for sport and acting and moved to Liverpool for a number of years while completing my BA(Hons) Degree in Drama. I then returned to Middlesbrough to complete a teaching course and began my teaching career there. 
 
Before moving to the UAE, I worked across KS2 and held several different leadership roles across two very different schools in Middlesbrough. I led PE and English subjects across the school as well as teaching from Y3 to Y6. 
 
I then moved to the UAE and began teaching at Pearl British Academy, again taking on different leadership roles including Tech Coach and Head of Y5. Following three years there, I joined Muna British Academy and have been proud to move from UKS2 Phase Leader into my current role of Assistant Principal. 
 
As pastoral lead, I am passionate about ensuring the safety and happiness of all children in school. I want all children to reach their potential and ensure they go on to lead happy and healthy lives, achieving success in all they do. 
 
I am incredibly proud to work at Muna British Academy, thanks to the amazing children, staff, and parents we have which creates a strong community feel.

Growing up in the beautiful city of Bath in the South West of England, I moved to Manchester to further my studies. Having completed a Bsc in Business I worked for the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK for many years, before retraining to be a Primary School Teacher.

With over a decade of experience in specialist schools catering to students with additional needs. I have had the privellige of engaging with pupils from diverse backgrounds, each with distinct needs requiring specialised provisions and interventions.
My commitment to inclusive education motivated me to pursue a Master’s degree in Special and Additional Learning Needs at East London University, complemented by the National SENCO award from Middlesex University.

For the past few years, I've proudly served as an Inclusion teacher within one of the Aldar Academies . Now, I'm excited to embrace a new challenge at Muna British Academy, a school dedicated to promoting and celebrating neurodiversity.
In my role as Head of Inclusion, I will be overseeing the development of an inclusive curriculum, conducting staff training, and implementing best teaching practices. My focus remains steadfast on prioritising student needs and fostering collaboration among parents, teachers, and specialists to ensure optimal learning outcomes. My aim is to contribute to making Muna British Academy a beacon of inclusion and excellence.

Beyond work, I am a parent to three teenagers. I find joy in travel, meeting new people, and exploring the restaurants and coffee shops that Abu Dhabi has to offer.

I am thrilled about this new chapter at Muna British Academy and look forward to contributing to its vibrant community and commitment to inclusive education.

I have over 20 years of teaching experience in both Jordan and the United Arab Emirates, where I have been teaching both primary and secondary students, Arabic and Islamic Studies.

I am proud to be a member of the Aldar Academies family for 16 years. Working for Aldar Academies has given me the opportunity to achieve a high-level teaching career, enabling me to achieve both personally and professionally. My approach is very simple happy children flourish and happy children learn.  Our greatest responsibility as teachers, and leaders is to create an environment where our children feel safe, valued, and listened to. I always aim to create opportunities for children to be excited and truly engaged in MOE Subjects, which I believe leads naturally to excellent academic progress.

With over 17 years of experience in various industries, including 13 years in the educational sector, my unwavering focus on safety and well-being encompasses a commitment to creating exceptional learning environments that prioritise quality education . As a trusted member of the executive leadership team, I play a critical role in creating the necessary environment for an outstanding school.

Over the past 13 years, I have had the opportunity to collaborate with wider educational groups, which has given me high levels of confidence and knowledge in delivering operational excellence. I was a founding member of a Sustainable School in Dubai, located in Sustainable City.

I hold a master’s degree in business administration and a bachelor’s degree in economics. Additionally, I am certified in various health and safety and Safeguarding courses. I am passionate about health and safety, sustainability, and project management. 

I am incredibly proud to work at Muna British Academy, thanks to the amazing children, staff, and parents who create a strong community feel.