Meet the Team

Lee Davies

Executive Head

I am a dedicated and experienced educator and school leader. I have a long track record of working in the MENA region, designing, building, opening and leading successful international schools. Originally from the UK, I graduated from The University of Lancaster and quickly assumed leadership roles within the schools I worked for in England. An opportunity to pursue my career in the UAE not only brought me to work in Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi but also across the region in countries including Oman, Libya and Egypt. Transitioning into the Inspired Group and with the new challenge of leading the King’s School the Crown in Cairo, I am looking forward to bringing all my knowledge and experience to continue the journey of excellence the school has enjoyed so far. I have enjoyed a very warm welcome in Egypt, and I intend to ensure Kings School the Crown enjoys its status as a leading school.

Faye Foster

Head of Pre-Prep

Mrs Faye Foster is the Head of Pre-Prep at King’s School, The Crown, where she has been part of the founding team since the school’s opening. She initially led the Early Learning School before moving into her expanded current role.

Faye graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2007 with a BA (Hons) in Primary Education with QTS, specialising in Key Stage 1 and 2, children’s literature, and the humanities. Her early career was spent in a variety of mainstream schools in the North of England, where she led English, Key Stage 1 and Early Years, as well as Mathematics. She developed a strong professional interest in literacy and was designated a Specialist Leader in Education (SLE) in 2015, with a focus on improving early reading and writing across schools. This remains a particular passion—she is deeply committed to equipping young learners with secure foundations in phonics, early comprehension, and the craft of writing, seeing these as the cornerstones of academic success.

Since going international in 2016, Faye has gained broad senior leadership experience. She served as Deputy Headteacher at a premium international school in Qatar, before moving to Thailand, where she was Head of Reception at Wellington College International School Bangkok. Whilst in Thailand she also completed her NPQSL for Senior Leaders. Currently, she is continuing her professional journey by studying for the NPQH (Headship qualification) and undertaking school inspection training.

In total, Faye brings over 18 years of qualified teaching and leadership experience to King’s, with expertise that spans Early Years through to Key Stage 2. She is particularly passionate about shaping strong academic outcomes through joyful, purposeful learning, and about guiding both teachers and children to achieve their very best.

Outside of school, Faye enjoys spending quality time with her three children, all of whom are pupils at King’s School, The Crown. She also loves reading fiction in the sunshine, travelling, and exploring new cultures—especially immersing herself in the history, traditions, and everyday life of the country she calls home.

Paul Jowett

Head of Prep

Paul Jowett is the Head of Prep at Kings School, The Crown. With a Bachelor of Education (Hons) degree from Westminster College, Oxford and the NPQEL qualification in executive leadership, Paul brings 28 years of teaching experience, 11 of those as a Head of Primary and Head of School. He has experience in both Egypt and the UK and led an 11+ Prep School in a highly competitive area of North London, taking it from an ISI rating of good to excellent during the first two years of his headship.  
 
As part of a schools group Paul led developmental reviews in schools across England and provided school improvement support for leadership teams both in the UK and internationally. He has experience working with the English National Curriculum, the International Baccalaureate, the 11+ and, most recently, High Performance Learning. 
 
Paul has recently returned to Cairo and joins King’s from a well-established, premium school in New Cairo. He has a passion for developing the community around a school, promoting a positive culture of collaboration between stakeholders, high standards and embedding a value-driven approach to education and leadership. 

Pierce Brown

Head of Seniors

Pierce Brown is a highly qualified and professional educator with over 25 of teaching experience; 15 years of those recently as a senior leader.  He has held significant roles of responsibility in some of the most prestigious schools and educational organisations both in the United Kingdom and international settings.  In 2012 Pierce was recognised as one of the leading music educators in the United Kingdom as a finalist for the Teacher of the Year in the Classic FM Music Education Awards for the work he did as a consultant in schools around London.  The music programme he developed was also a finalist for Music Education Programme of the Year.  Pierce was recognised and supported by the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation by being awarded the biggest endowment in the Foundations history.  He subsequently established a music education charity with Lord Webber who went on to cite Pierce’s educational initiative in the House of Lords as a programme that should be replicated across the whole country.    
 
Although Pierce has held whole school responsibilities in Co-Curricular and Academic areas, he has recently developed his pastoral care and safeguarding knowledge and skills and has trained and developed in the largest, and arguably one of the most reputable, boarding schools in the United Kingdom.  Before arriving at King’s School The Crown in Egypt, Pierce worked for the largest independent educational Group in China establishing boarding and pastoral policies and procedures in a £200 million campus in the Guangdong region near Hong Kong.  Pierce is passionate about providing the best educational opportunities for all students in his care and believes in the transformational effects of education in young people’s lives. 

Ibrahim AlQabbani

Head of Ministry Subjects

Ibrahim Alqabbani is a passionate educator and dynamic department head dedicated to empowering students through innovative and inclusive Arabic language instruction.

Ibrahim lead the MOE subjects at RAK Academy for the past 14 years, Ibrahim drives curriculum excellence, staff development, and inspection readiness, while ensuring high standards aligned with MOE and international frameworks (IGCSE, IB, A-Level). His teaching philosophy is rooted in creating supportive, differentiated, and engaging environments where every learner can thrive.
Certified with a UAE & Egyptian Teaching License and trained across prestigious programs -including IBDP CPD, SEN integration, and international assessment frameworks -Ibrahim also served as Moral Education Coordinator and Arab Reading Challenge Judge for many years.

He is known for building strong school communities, inspiring cultural pride, and leading transformative initiatives that leave a lasting impact on students, parents, and colleagues alike.

Joanna Ibrahim

Head of Special Educational Needs

Joanna Ibrahim is a qualified teacher with over 25 years’ experience across Pre-Prep, Prep, and Senior schools in both the UK and Egypt. A fully qualified SENCo, she also tutors trainee SENCOs internationally. Joanna is a Level 7 assessor and holds a Master’s degree in Special Educational Needs. 

She is passionate about supporting every student in achieving their personal best. As Colin Powell once said, “There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” 

An ardent reader herself, Joanna is a firm believer in fostering a lifelong love of reading in her students. At King's – The Crown, she works in close collaboration with students, parents, and teachers to help build a successful and meaningful future together. 

Nadine Taher

School Counsellor

Nadine Taher is the School Counsellor at King’s School The Crown. She has over four years of experience working closely with children and adolescents in both educational and therapeutic settings. Nadine holds a Master’s degree in Child and Adolescent Psychology, during which she completed her clinical internship at Al Mashfa Hospital. Building on her passion for student well-being, she recently earned a second Master’s degree in Educational Coaching. She is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment where every student can grow, thrive, and feel understood.

Sarah Elias

School Doctor

Dr. Sarah is a pediatric and neonatal specialist with an M.B.B.Ch in Medicine and a master’s degree in Pediatric medicine. She has an extensive experience in child health, development, nutrition, vaccines and management of wide range of pediatric conditions. She is also experienced in children’s mental health and safeguarding. Over the course of her career for 14 years, she has worked in different pediatric settings in various hospitals including highest level of critical care and emergency departments. She is passionate about children’s health and she volunteers in medical and safeguarding work inside and outside Egypt to support children.

Dr. Sarah is in charge of the medical department at KSC, where she is dedicated to providing high quality medical care, health education and continuous support for students. She is also a member of the safeguarding team at the school. 

Menna Gawish

Head of Admissions

Menna Gawish is the Head of Admissions at King’s School, The Crown. With a background in Fine Arts and extensive experience in education, she is dedicated to welcoming families and building strong connections within the school community. Passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive environment, Menna plays a key role in ensuring a positive experience for both students and parents.