Head of Secondary

Bushra Afreen
Bushra Afreen is a passionate and dedicated educator, leader, trainer, and school inspector known for her empathetic approach and commitment to empowering staff and students. She is currently pursuing her NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship) from the Best Practice Network in the UK. Ms.Afreen has earned recognition for her exceptional contributions in education and holds prestigious roles as T4 Education-UAE Lead Country Ambassador, Teach SDGs and Teach Better Ambassador, UNSDN-Global Schools Advocate, TAG-Climate Action Project Facilitator, and a NATGeo Certified Educator.Her focus is on supporting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and achieving Agenda 2030 through curriculum integration and education for refugee children. In her leadership roles as Head of Academics and Head of Secondary, she has been acknowledged for her innovative efforts in improving learning outcomes and empowering staff through enhanced teaching practices. Notably, she received the HP Idea Fellowship on Innovation in Education for introducing “Gratitude as a Pedagogy” and creating the “Wheel of Inquiry” assessment tool. Her collaboration on the 4F classroom model led to her previous school’s recognition in the T4 Education-World Best School Prizes for Innovation.
Beyond her school environment, Ms.Afreen serves as a Cambridge Advisory member of the Take Action Global-Cambridge group, actively working towards integrating Climate Education into the Cambridge Curriculum. With her passion for education, leadership skills, and dedication to positive change, Ms.Afreen, looks forward to making a difference in the education landscape and working with the staff and students of SIPS.

Lisa Crystal Cyril

Categories: SECONDARY

Ms. Lisa Crystal Cyril brings a wealth of expertise to the Sharjah International Private School (SIPS) as the newly appointed Head of Secondary. With a Master’s degree in Biology and a B.Ed. in Science, she has 15 years of teaching experience in the UAE, specializing in AS and A Level classes.
Throughout her career, Ms. Lisa has held key leadership roles, including Head of Sixth Form and Head of Department, as well as managing the Examination Department, SEN Department, and coordinating the School’s GLG Portal for Sixth Form. Her involvement in the Microsoft community, where she holds the MIEE badge, reflects her commitment to utilizing technology to enhance learning outcomes.
Ms. Lisa looks forward to supporting and guiding the Secondary School team at SIPS, with a focus on advancing both academic and pastoral excellence.

Lisa Crystal Cyril

Ms. Lisa Crystal Cyril brings a wealth of expertise to...

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