It is both a deep privilege and with a strong sense of purpose that I welcome you to GEMS International School. From the moment I set foot on campus, I have been moved by the warmth, ambition, and collective dedication of this community. GIS is entering an exciting new chapter; and I am honoured to lead this journey together with you.

Our Vision for Learning and Leadership

At GIS, we believe education must do more than transmit knowledge, it must ignite curiosity, nurture character, and empower young people to become creators, collaborators, and change-makers. Our aim is for students to question assumptions, take moral courage, and act with integrity, even when no one is watching. In partnership with our exceptional executive team and all staff, I pledge to ensure that no learner is left behind and every child has the opportunity to flourish.

We will aspire not just to academic excellence, but to enabling each student’s voice and agency. By creating robust platforms for leadership, innovation, and collaborative inquiry, we encourage learners to leave a legacy they can look back on with pride. Simultaneously, we will build on GIS’s existing strengths, especially in STEM, aviation and pre-medical pathways, so that we offer world-class, future-forward opportunities aligned with students’ passions and ambitions.

Partnership and Community

A school is not a solitary endeavour. The strongest learning institutions thrive through trust, collaboration, and shared purpose among educators, families, and students. Your insights, feedback, and aspirations for your child are not peripheral, they are integral to shaping the path ahead.

I look forward to open and meaningful dialogue as we navigate challenges, celebrate successes, and shape GIS into a truly exceptional place of learning together.

I am excited to join this vibrant, forward-thinking community, and I am invigorated by what lies ahead. Together, we will not only uphold GIS’s tradition of excellence, but reimagine it, ensuring every child is inspired to dream, empowered to achieve, and equipped to make a meaningful impact on the world.