Aamna Thomas
Assistant Head of Primary
Aamna started her educational journey in 2009 in the U.K. and has also worked in schools in The Hague and Amsterdam. She has been in a leadership position in IB schools since 2018.
Aamna holds a Masters in International Education with a distinction, a PGCE in Primary Education, a Law Degree and has completed the School Management and Leadership Certificate at Harvard Business School. Her expertise as a CIS and IB Evaluator Leader allows her to improve schools' practices and standards. She is an advocate of student agency and leads with compassion and integrity. She is passionate about evolving education in schools to ensure students are set up to be successful in the future.
Aamna thrives in working in an inclusive and diverse school community and values developing positive relationships with all stakeholders.
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Wanita Woithe
Assistant Head of Primary
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Wanita brings over 15 years of experience in early childhood and primary education to GIS. Throughout her career in South Africa, Cambodia, and Mozambique, she has thrived in both corporate and educational settings. She has worn many hats - Teacher, PYP Coordinator, Head of Early Years, Education leader, CIS Accreditation Coordinator, and CIS Team Evaluation Facilitator - all fueled by a passion for creating a dynamic, nurturing, and equitable learning environment.
Wanita’s core belief is in fostering well-being and strong relationships. She envisions a school where every learner flourishes academically and emotionally, equipped with resilience and empathy to face the future. Wanita is deeply inspired by the philosophy of Ubuntu - "I am because we are" - and believes in the power of collaboration to achieve collective success.
Wanita holds a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development, an Honours Degree in Education, and a Master of Science. She is thrilled to be part of the GIS community and looks forward to working with all of us.
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Nic Walters
Assistant Head of Secondary
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Harry Allen
Assistant Head of Secondary
Harry Allen is UK native, married with one daughter. Mr. Allen completed a B.A. (Hons) Theatre Arts at the University of Leeds, UK before going on to complete a MA (Education) at the University of Nottingham. He started his International teaching career in Singapore, where he remained for 18 years. During this time he was the Assistant Principal at ISS International School from 2011 – 2014. Mr. Allen moved to Dubai in 2014 where he took on the role as Deputy Head of Secondary at Emirates International School. He remained in this role for 4 years. Prior to moving to the UAE, Mr. Allen was based in Mauritius where he was the Founding MYP Coordinator at Northfields International School.