Teachers & Staff
Meet our Team
Sharing School Management
Board of Directors
Our Board is composed of four brothers who had a dream to establish a new school concept, where students can build on their identities to become the best versions of themselves.
Education Management
Our Principal
The role of a Principal in leading a team of educators is vital to us. Through strong leadership, they shape the school’s culture and drive the achievement of educational goals.
David Tigchelaar
“Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.”
I started my journey as an educator in secondary special education, working with students with behavioural and learning difficulties. Later, I became a primary homeroom teacher. My first international position was in Namibia where I worked as a lecturer at a teacher training college. It was in Namibia that I first learned about international schools.
I went on to become a teacher, PYP coordinator and later Principal at Windhoek International School. From then, I became Primary School Principal in Germany, Azerbaijan, followed by Head of School roles in Iraq, Indonesia and Albania. My next step was to working as a Secondary School Principal in Saudi Arabia and Whole School Principal in Ukraine. Additionally, I have also worked as an IB workshop leader, school visitor and consultant.
My educational philosophy is closely aligned with the IB Framework. I value an internationally minded approach, a conceptual curriculum, connections between disciplines and student voice and choice. Student mental health has become an increasingly important issue, and I believe that schools play a vital role in helping students develop self-awareness and navigate the challenges they encounter in the world.
COORDINATORS
Leadership Team
The Leadership team is a group of international educational specialists with experience in the IB Curriculum, providing the most innovative educational approach for our students.
Early Years & Primary
Primary School Teaching Team
Our Early Years and Primary team comprises dedicated educators who nurture young learners with personalised guidance, fostering curiosity, confidence, and foundational skills in a supportive environment that inspires joyful and meaningful learning experiences.
Middle Years & Diploma
Secondary School Teaching Team
Our Middle Years and Diploma team consists of skilled educators dedicated to inspiring critical thinking, independence, and global awareness, guiding students through a transformative journey that prepares them for academic and personal success.
For all ages
Content Specific Teaching Team
Our specialist teachers bring expertise and passion to subjects like arts, sciences, and languages, enriching students’ learning with in-depth knowledge, creativity, and unique skills that inspire curiosity and support holistic development across all year levels.
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Support Staff
We have a dedicated, creative and hard-working support staff team, who are here to help the academic staff and administration team to provide the best educational experience to all members of our community.