How We Teach

ABOUT OUR TEACHERS

inspiring A LIFELONG LOVE OF LEARNING

Your child is supported by teachers who focus on both academic progress and personal development.

They encourage students to aim high while also supporting their social and emotional wellbeing, helping each child feel confident and engaged in their learning.

As part of the Nord Anglia network, we attract experienced teachers from British and international schools. All teachers are carefully selected and hold UK-qualified status or an equivalent qualification.

Our teachers continue to develop professionally through ongoing training and collaboration. Through Nord Anglia University and partnerships with leading organisations, they stay up to date with the latest teaching approaches.

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LEADERSHIP TEAM

MEET OUR TEAM

Michael Connor

Head of Primary

Michael has over 20 years of teaching experience in UK and international schools. His experience living and working in the United Arab Emirates has shaped his approach to education and contributed to his work within Nord Anglia schools, including NAS Dubai, where he was based for seven years.

Julie Jones

Director of Admissions and Marketing

Julie has six years of experience with Nord Anglia and a background in child safeguarding in the UK. She supports families throughout the admissions process, ensuring a smooth transition for students joining the school and helping create a welcoming and supportive environment.

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TECHNOLOGY THAT TRANSFORMS LEARNING

Technology is integrated into your child’s learning to support understanding, creativity, and collaboration.

Across the campus, students develop digital literacy and practical skills through everyday learning. In specialist spaces such as science labs and the design technology centre, students apply these skills through hands-on activities, supported by our collaboration with MIT.

Through the Global Campus platform, students connect with peers around the world and take part in international challenges, with access to content developed in collaboration with MIT, UNICEF, and The Juilliard School.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

HELPING OUR TEACHERS GROW

Our teachers take part in ongoing professional development to ensure high-quality teaching across the school.

Through Nord Anglia University, they collaborate with colleagues globally and complete regular training. Subject specialists also benefit from partnerships with organisations including Apple, MIT, and The Juilliard School, gaining access to new teaching approaches and resources.

In partnership with King’s College London, we also offer an Executive Master’s in International Education.

On the award-winning Nord Anglia University learning platform, our teachers share ideas with colleagues from across the world and complete hundreds of courses every year.
Our subject specialists benefit hugely from our collaborations with Apple, MIT, and The Juilliard School, which give them access to cutting-edge teaching techniques, ongoing coaching, and university-standard resources.
In partnership with King’s College London, we offer an Executive Master’s in International Education.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

THE HIGHEST STANDARDS

We maintain clear and consistent standards when recruiting and supporting our teachers.

All staff are carefully selected based on their experience and qualifications, with thorough background and safeguarding checks carried out to ensure a safe environment for students.

We also benefit from the expertise of Nord Anglia’s Global Education Team, who support academic quality, accreditation, and safeguarding.

In the UAE, Nord Anglia schools are rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Ministries of Education.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

WORKING AT NAS ABU DHABI

NAS Abu Dhabi is a growing international school where teachers contribute to shaping the learning experience for students.

Since opening in 2023, the school has developed a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Staff are supported to develop their practice while helping students build confidence, skills, and independence.

how we teach