How We Teach

about our teachers

LEARNING FROM THE BEST

We know that teachers shape lives, which is why we only employ the most passionate, inspiring people. Our teachers drive innovation, find extraordinary ways to convey ideas, and encourage endless exploration – meaning our children love coming into school every day.

Being part of the Nord Anglia family helps us to attract amazing educators: UK qualified or equivalent teachers with a wealth of experience in British and international schools. Our small class sizes have an average student-teacher ratio of 12:1, which means each child is fully supported. And at every stage of their education, teachers monitor academic progress and keep an eye on our students' wellbeing.

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MEET OUR LEADERS

Jamie Hughes

Principal

With over 20 years of experience - including senior leadership roles in the UK, China, and Qatar - Jamie is deeply committed to what matters most in schools: people. As both a seasoned school leader and a parent at Compass International School Doha, he is personally invested in fostering an inspiring, supportive culture where authentic leadership and meaningful relationships ensure every student, staff member, and parent feels truly valued.

Sam Lomax

Head of Primary, Themaid

With a background in nurturing young minds and fostering a love for learning, Samuel is poised to lead our primary division into a future of growth and excellence. Passionate about fostering high-quality teaching and learning, Samuel believes in inclusion and providing challenges for students at all levels. He is known for his ability to build strong relationships with students, parents and staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive school community.

Thomas Kinnersley

Head of Secondary, Themaid

Tom is an experienced school leader in the UK and Qatar, dedicated to student-centred, inclusive education. He promotes curiosity and creativity through innovative teaching and curriculum design. A collaborative leader, Tom builds strong, supportive teams and empowers colleagues to grow professionally, creating aspirational learning environments where all students are encouraged to thrive and succeed.

Laura Anderson-Rice

Head of Secondary, Madinat Khalifa

Laura has a first-class honours degree in Natural Sciences and a PGCE in Lifelong Learning, specialising in Psychology and Business. Supporting our secondary students in all aspects of their learning and personal growth, Laura loves to celebrate student success.

Sarah Dillon

Head of Primary, Madinat Khalifa

Having lived and worked in Doha for eight years, Sarah is an extremely proud member of the Compass family. Sarah nurtures our primary learners’ talents, helping them grow into confident, responsible, truly international young citizens.

Lorna McNab

Head of Primary, Gharaffa

Lorna brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of raising standards in education. Hailing from a family of educators, Lorna has a deep desire to
make a positive impact in the lives of all children. With her guiding mantra, "Achievement for All", she firmly believes in the principle of providing equal opportunities for success to every child, irrespective of their level of ability or starting point in education.

Kathy Lockyer

Deputy Head of Primary, Gharaffa

With over 15 years in Early Years and Key Stage 2, Kathy serves as Deputy Head of Primary at Compass International School Gharaffa, supported by a BA (Hons) in Primary Education and an NPQSL in Senior Leadership. She is dedicated to pastoral care and inclusive education, mentoring staff and spearheading whole‑school initiatives in wellbeing, inclusion, and safeguarding to ensure every child thrives.

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TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM AND AT HOME

TEACHER-LED TECHNOLOGY

At Compass, we bring personalised teaching and learning to life through the latest education technology (EdTech).

On our Global Campus learning platform, your child will connect with classmates in more than 30 countries across the globe. They’ll take part in one-off international projects and challenges, and explore specially curated content from our world-leading partners, including MIT and The Juilliard School. Our secure digital space is open to parents, too, giving you access to your child’s learning.

We continually invest in new technology to make sure our students have the best facilities and equipment. This includes state-of-the-art ICT suites, 3D printers, and the latest iPads.

Teacher quality

Helping our teachers grow

We encourage our teachers to be ambitious and expand their knowledge, in the same way we strive to inspire our students. This guarantees that your child gets the highest quality academic education.

Our teachers learn through Nord Anglia University, our award-winning online platform. Alongside the best educators in the world, teachers study for internationally recognised qualifications – including the Master’s in International Education in partnership with King’s College London – that place them at the cutting-edge of their profession.

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QUALITY ASSURANCE

Setting the bar high

At Compass, we pride ourselves on our outstanding teaching standards. In 2019, we were the first school in the Middle East to be accredited for the quality of our International Primary Curriculum.

Our teachers are regularly assessed against local and national benchmarks, as well as Nord Anglia’s stringent Quality Assurance Framework. Through rigorous background screening, a strong safeguarding policy, and criminal record checks, we make sure our students are safe at school.

We’re proud to have such a committed, highly qualified, and caring group of teachers. Every day, our academic staff deliver truly innovative personalised learning experiences that nurture our students’ passions and interests.