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STEPHEN QUINN Principal,
PETER TAYLOR Principal, Raha International School, Khalifa City Campus, Abu Dhabi Peter Taylor joins the Khalifa City Campus with extensive global experience in school leadership and international education. His appointment aligns with Taaleem’s vision of strengthening academic excellence, wellbeing,
JAN STIPEK Principal, Raha International School, Gardens Campus, Abu Dhabi Starting in August 2025, Jan Stipek brings nearly three decades of IB experience to the Gardens Campus. He plans to build on the school’s IB continuum and CIS accreditations while deepening staff and community engagement.
Horizon International School, Dubai After six years as Vice Principal – Head of Primary, Stephen Quinn was promoted to Principal beginning Term 3, 2025. His leadership has already helped Horizon secure a ‘Very Good’ KHDA rating and an ‘Outstanding’ BSO grade, with a continued focus on inclusive, high- achieving learning environments.
and global citizenship at a growing IB World School.
IAN TEMPLE Principal, Al Ain English Speaking School (AAESS), Abu Dhabi
GILLIAN HAMMOND Principal, Aspen Heights British School, Abu Dhabi Appointed for the 2025–26 academic year, Gillian Hammond brings more than 25 years of education leadership, including a long tenure in the UAE. Formerly Chief Education Officer of Excella and Principal at three Repton schools, she led both Repton Abu Dhabi and Repton Dubai to Outstanding ratings. Hammond is known for creating nurturing, high- achieving environments that inspire students and staff alike, and will guide Aspen Heights British School into its next chapter as part of the International Schools Partnership.
BEN ROTHWELL Principal, Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia, Dubai Appointed for the launch of the new Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia in August 2025, Ben Rothwell brings a decade of leadership experience within the VHPS community and a background that blends education, IT expertise, and entrepreneurship. Currently Headteacher at Outstanding- rated VHPS in Dubai Sports City, he is known for fostering a culture of nurture, challenge, and excellence, with a strong focus on staff and student wellbeing.
Appointed for the 2025–26 academic year, Ian Temple brings over 30 years of global leadership experience. Formerly Principal at Nobel Algarve British International School in Portugal, he is known for his expertise with the English National Curriculum and his focus on driving academic excellence and inclusivity as AAESS approaches its 50-year milestone.
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