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At Star International School, Mirdif, teachers and staff work alongside students to guide, inspire and support them every step of the way. Our specialised team uphold the principle of “Accountability with Kindness” with local and international experience and expertise. They engage in continuous professional development, embracing a “Research Informed, Wellbeing Aware” approach to stay at the forefront of educational practice. Together, they foster an inspiring, nurturing environment where every student thrives.
Neal Oates
Campus Principal
Jabeen Hayat
Vice Principal & Head of Primary
Allan Forbes
Head of Secondary
Nargis Upadhey
Head of EYFS
Channelle Ownes
Assistant Head of Primary
Reena Oates
Deputy Head of Secondary
Bethanie Leary
Deputy Head of EYFS
Mark Macinnes
Assistant Principal - Data, Reporting & Systems
Clive Gibson
Assistant Principal - Education Technology
Mahmoud Abdalla
Assistant Principal- Head of Arabic & Islamic
Carlie Farish
Head of Inclusion
Jennifer Ambanpola
Adnaan Mukhtar
Assistant Head of Secondary-Head of Pastoral & Sixthform
Keelan Gallagher
Assistant Head of Secondary - Curriculum & Data
Zoe Sutcliffe
Assistant Head of Secondary - Learning & Teaching
Jabeen Hayat oversees the Primary phase, ensuring a seamless blend of academic rigor and care. Her leadership fosters a nurturing atmosphere where young learners thrive and develop holistically.
Safeguarding Lead
Deputy Lead of Safeguarding
Mariam Yassin
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