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Head of Early Years · EYFS Specialist · 25+ Years International Experience · 41 years experience
Short professional summary
I am an Early Years specialist and leader with 41 years of experience in early childhood education across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Holding an M.Ed in Early Childhood and Nursery Education and an International Montessori Diploma, I specialise in delivering and overseeing the British EYFS framework, the International Early Years Curriculum, and the Oxford International Early Years Curriculum, incorporating play-based and Reggio Emilia-inspired approaches. My practice focuses on holistic child development, robust pastoral care, and supporting both ESL learners and children with additional educational needs. Having led large teams, opened new pre-schools, and managed multi-campus curricula, I am seeking a full-time or contract Early Years leadership or teaching role from September 2026 where I can build and sustain high-quality learning systems.
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Available from Sep 21, 2026
Nationality: English
Age: 59 years old
Education overview
M.Ed. Early Childhood and Nursery Education — Dundee University, Scotland, UK (2026) BA Childhood Studies — Dundee University, Scotland, UK (2017) International Montessori Diploma, 0-6 years old — MCI, London (2005) Diploma in Child Psychology and Development — Rusland College, Bath, UK (2000) City and Guilds Home Economics, Family and Community Care — City and Guilds, UK City and Guilds…
Teaching experience — summary
Head of Early Years — Artal Preparatory School, Saudi Arabia (August 2024 – Present): Led a team of over 25 staff across two campuses to deliver the Oxford International Early Years Curriculum and EYFS framework aligned with Reggio Emilia principles for 150 children, while driving growth strategies with senior leadership. Head of Kindergarten — Al Raneem International School, Oman (November 2022 – July 2024): Managed 10 staff and 100 pupils aged 3 to 5 to deliver the IEYC alongside structured mathematics, phonics, and reading guidelines in coordination with the leadership team. Master's Degree Candidate — Postgraduate Study, United Kingdom (November 2021 – November 2022): Undertook full-time master's degree coursework during COVID-19 international hiring disruptions. Academic Director and Consultant — Wonderland…
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