Meet the Team

Sarah Worrall

Teacher of EYFS

Mrs. Sarah Worrall is a teacher of EYFS at King’s School, The Crown. She has taught all levels from Reception to Year 4 over 18 years of teaching in the UK private school sector. She has developed English literacy programmes for both native and second language speakers and has a passion for developing a love of reading in young students. She read Science at Auckland University in New Zealand, then completed postgraduate teacher training in the UK.

Lorraine Buchanan

Teacher of EYFS

Ms. Lorraine Buchanan is a teacher of EYFS at King’s School, The Crown. Ms Buchanan has had over a decade of teaching experience in the Leicestershire area of the U.K. She is passionate about early learning and believes that when self-esteem and confidence is nurtured, that children reach great heights in this crucial first stage of education. She graduated from Northampton University in 2008 with a B.A (Hons) teaching degree in Primary Education, as an Early Year’s specialist.

Mr. Obi

Director of Sport

Mr. Obi is the Director of Sports at King's School, The Crown. He has over 15 years of educational teaching and leadership experience, having taught in outstanding schools across the United Kingdom, Singapore and Egypt. Most recently the Director of Sport at BISC he has set up various School Sport initiatives which have led to local and international success. He is the founder of the Egyptian Games, a series of high quality sports events bringing together the top British international schools across Egypt. He is a Science honours undergraduate, with Post Graduate Teaching qualification and the NPQSL for Senior Leaders.

Iman Amin

Teacher of Art

Mrs. Iman Amin joins the school with 10 years of teaching experience. She taught Art for all Key stages from year one to the highest level of IGCSE Art and Design in different reputable international schools, most recently as the Head of Art at the British School Egypt. She holds a PGCE and is a dual Masters, in Fine Art and in International Education from Sunderland University, UK. Her passion for art makes her deliver the highest standards for Art education and inspire learners to explore their own creativity.

Joshua Plummer

Teacher of Humanities

Mr. Joshua Plummer is a Teacher of Humanities at King’s School, The Crown. He joins from Auckland, New Zealand where he has spent the last three years teaching Humanities at St Peter College, a premium private school for boys aged year 7-13. He is a Science undergraduate, in Geography and Marine Science and holds a Post Graduate Diplome of Teaching (Secondary).

Walid Ali

Teacher of Arabic

Walid has over 20 years of experience in premium international schools and was the Subject Leader of Arabic at the Maadi British International School in Cairo. He held a bachelor’s degree in Arabic Language & Islamic Studies from Cairo University, as well as additional certifications in Teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language and International Arabic Language Teaching. Walid had held teaching positions at various international schools in Cairo, where he designed and implemented Arabic language curriculums, delivered engaging lessons, and utilized technology integration and effective classroom management strategies.

Mohammed Hadi

Head of Arabic and MoE Subjects 

Mr. Hadi has over 25 years of experience in teaching Arabic as a second language in British international schools. He has been most recently an Arabic assessment coordinator and DofE assessor at Dubai College, UAE. Previous to this Mr. Hadi was the GCSE examiner and SOW design responsible at Repton School Dubai, UAE. 

Qualifications: BA in Arabic literature. Ongoing iPGCE&MEd at the University of East London.

Favourite Quote: “Strong minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events and weak minds discuss people”

Amira Waheed

Arabic language and Christian religion teacher

Mrs. Amira Wahid is a teacher of Arabic and Christian religion at King's The Crown School. She has taught for over 18 years in international schools. She obtained a bachelor's degree in kindergarten education. From Cairo University, in addition to additional certificates in teaching such as a diploma in Montessori, speech therapy, learning difficulties, behaviour modification, and special education. Her passion for Teaching for Life sees her inspire self-confidence, responsibility, respect, creativity, critical thinking, academic excellence and success in students.

Suzanne Sauer

Drama Teacher

Miss Sauer is a Canadian-trained Drama teacher and Practitioner with over 19 years international teaching experience. She holds a Masters in Applied Theatre and Drama Education (hons) from Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia, and a Graduate Certificate of Educational Technology from the University of British Columbia, Canada. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Drama), and a Bachelor of Education (Drama Education) from The University of Lethbridge, Canada. ​ She has extensive experience teaching multiple age ranges and ability levels, and she is thrilled to be a part of the KSTC family. In her spare time Miss Sauer loves to spend time with her puppy Seymour, to read, and to enjoy theatre, music, and dance.

Sara Ali

Mathematics Teacher

Mrs. Sara Ali is the mathematics teacher for Key Stages 2 and 3 at King’s School, The Crown. She brings 10 years of experience teaching in British and international schools in Egypt. She holds PGCE from the University of Liverpool and the Cambridge International certificate with distinction in Teaching and Learning from Cambridge University. She ascended to senior positions top tier accredited international schools in Egypt, using her experience and qualifications in order to better the educational experience of learners. Her beliefs and vision as far as mathematics can be summed up in her favourite quote by Albert Einstein: 'Pure mathematics is, in its way, the poetry of logical ideas

Maysoon Saeed

Science Teacher

Mrs. Maysoon Saeed, a qualified pharmacist with over 10 years’ experience. Retrained as a teacher because of my passion for education and the STEM subjects especially. Undergraduate Master of pharmacy from John Moore’s university in Liverpool. PGSE gained from the University of Huddersfield in partnership with the Trinity teaching school Alliance. I have over 5 years + in different educational settings working with many age groups and a diversity of back grounds. I have a keen interest in the STEM pathway and hope to encourage more of the future generations into this field.

Mrs. Nermeen Ezzat

Computing Teacher

Mrs. Nermeen Abdelmalek is a teacher of Computing with 10 years of teaching and leadership experience. She holds PGCE from Sunderland University, Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering and NPQLTD leadership qualification from Best Practice Network.

She is an Assessment Specialist in Cambridge Assessment International Education and Best Practice Network Associate. Exceptionally skilled and focused Computer Teacher with a superb history of teaching diverse group of students with an extensive pool of knowledge. Outstanding IGCSE & A Level results (Top World Computer Science 2021) achieved by her students as a result of the teaching and learning methods implemented. Committed to innovation in Teaching and Learning Initiatives, ongoing adult education and professional development.

Gavin Scott

Humanities Teacher

Mr. Gavin Scott is a Humanities Teacher at Kings School: The Crown. He joins the school from Sussex, UK and has lived and taught in Egypt since 2019. He holds an Undergraduate Degree in Ocean Science as well as a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Secondary Education. He specialises in the teaching of humanities from KS3 to A-level as well as Global Politics for the International Baccalaureate. His previous roles within the IB curriculum have included CAS (Creativity, Activity Service) Coordinator and Theory of Knowledge, and he is currently the Global Politics Subject Lead. Mr Scott’s role in the IB Leadership Team with a focus on Pastoral matters gives King’s an extra advantage in setting up our own IB programme for students to commence in Year 12.

Roger Prescott

Mathematics Teacher

Roger began his mathematics teaching career in Southampton, UK 28 years ago. Initially qualifying as an electrical engineer, it was the depth and love of mathematics involved that he was keen to explore and therefore went to study it further and complete his Bachelor of education in order to teach.

His career has spanned across 3 continents at premium schools such as BISC Egypt, Bangkok Patana, The British International School, Budapest and Nord Anglia International school, Dubai.

He recognises that it is still vital to run departments where each member is encouraged to create a personalised learning environment within their classrooms so that all students aspire to reach their potential. This is by taking learning into the 21st century be mixing together inquiry-based tasks and appropriate technology-rich lessons with traditional subject disciplines of teaching. He also believes that it is important to develop a better cross curriculum understanding of content that will enable the students to blend many learning platforms to further their understanding of the real world in and out of the school.

Having gained a wealth of experience in GCSE, IGCSE, A Level and IB Mathematics, Roger firmly believes that all students have the ability to both succeed and genuinely enjoy mathematics, regardless of their initial inclinations. Too often, false beliefs are created between teaching for understanding and achieving good results. For students to thrive it is key they have a genuine passion for the subject and a drive to understand the underlying mathematical principles rather than merely correctly applying various formulae.

In his spare time, Roger tries to remain active, especially by playing golf, running and swimming. However, he also spends much time with his family where his 2 children try to keep him young.

Zaheer Abbas

Science Specialist

Albert Einstein famously remarked, 'A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.' As educators, it's our mission to instil this ethos in our students, inspiring them to step out of their comfort zones, embrace new challenges, and learn from every stumble along the way.

Zaheer is an experienced educator with over two decades of teaching under his belt, bringing a wealth of knowledge and passion to Kings School, The Crown. With a background in Biology, he has served primarily as a Biology teacher but has also taught all three sciences and Physical Education across various age groups and academic levels, from Key Stage 3 to A level. Originally from Stoke-on-Trent, Zaheer's teaching journey has taken him across both the UK and international settings, including notable stints at St Andrews School in Bangkok, as well as MES, NCBIS, and El Alsson in Cairo. His diverse experiences have shaped him into a dynamic and adaptable educator, dedicated to fostering academic excellence and personal growth in his students.

Amy Stewart

EYFS Teacher

Ms Amy Stewart is a teacher of EYFS at King's School, The Crown. She has over ten years of experience teaching internationally in Swaziland, South Africa and Kuwait, primarily in the Early Years and Year 2. She holds a PGCEi from Nottingham University, a Bachelors Degree in Law and Psychology from Rhodes University and a certification in IPC Early Years Childhood Care. She has recently been certified as a positive discipline educator with the positive discipline association. She is passionate about early learning as she recognises the significance of building a solid foundation that is an essential first stage to education. As a previous competitor in her countries national team for swimming, she continues her love and passion for sport.

Michelle Brazil

Primary Teacher

Ms. Michelle Brazil is a Primary School Teacher at King’s School, the Crown. She has over a decade teaching experience in Key Stage One and Key Stage two, primarily in London schools and has previously taught in Cairo, at another premium international school. She is passionate about leading from the middle and has taken on several middle management positions to date, including Subject Leader (PE, Maths and PSHE), and Year Group Leader roles. Ms. Brazil’s most recent role was as an Early Careers Teacher Mentor; coaching and supporting newly qualified teachers. She graduated in the UK from the University of Bristol with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Experimental Psychology. She then completed her Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) in Primary Education

Joanna Ibrahim

SENDco

Joanna Ibrahim is a qualified teacher with over 25 years experience working across EYFS, Primary and Secondary, both in the UK and Egypt. She is a qualified SENCo and tutors trainee SENCo's across the world. Joanna is a level 7 assessor and has a Masters in Special Educational Needs. She has a passion for helping every student achieve to their personal best. As Colin Powell said, 'There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.' Joanna is an ardent reader who is a zealous believer in developing a lifelong love of reading in her students. She is looking forward to working with all the students, parents and teachers at King's -The Crown, to build a successful future together.

Amanda Pease

Primary Teacher

Amanda has been teaching for over 12 years now, across both South Africa and the UK. I have taught in many different environments including state schools, private and independent SEN schools. I completed my Bachelor of Education with a distinction, in South Africa, and have recently completed my Level 5 diploma in the UK, in Specialist Teaching of students with dyslexia and associated learning difficulties. I am excited to be beginning this journey with Kings School, The Crown, where both my own children will be attending too!

Aoife Stewart

Primary Teacher

Miss Aoife Stewart-McGovern is a Primary Teacher at King’s School, The Crown. She is from Belfast, Ireland but completed her teacher training in London. She has a Bachelor of Theology and a PGCE in primary education. She has experience working in both UK schools and internationally. As well as primary education, she has specialised in working with children with Special Educational Needs. In her free time, you will always catch her with a book in her hands, and she tries to instill this love of reading in her pupils.

Jackie Jones

French Teacher

Ms Jackie Jones is a teacher of French at King’s School, the Crown. She has been teaching Modern Languages since 1983 and was Head of Languages for many years in an oversubscribed and successful bilingual comprehensive school in North Wales. Alongside teaching Jackie also acted as Chief Examiner for the AQA examination board. She began her international teaching career in 2015 as Head of French and Head of MFL. In 2023 one of her A level pupils was given the Highest Achiever in Africa award in French by Edexcel. She has a joint BA honours degree in French and Italian from the University of Kent and a PGCE from the University of Southampton. Jackie is passionate about teaching languages and loves to see her pupils grow in confidence and fluency. In her free time, she enjoys riding horses, swimming and reading French and Italian novels. Her favourite educational quote is: "Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new".

Zoe Parker

EYFS teacher

Mrs. Zoe Parker is a teacher of EYFS at King’s School, The Crown. She graduated from The University of Leeds and worked as a qualified teacher in the UK, teaching children from a wide range of backgrounds from Early Years to Year 6. She has also worked as a Primary year group leader and classroom teacher in British International schools in Egypt for the past 7 years. She is passionate about early childhood learning and believes that play and creating enabling environments for children, holds great importance in their development. Her favourite educational quote is ‘The goal of early childhood education should be to activate the child’s own natural desire to learn’ by Maria Montessori.

Edith Tanhira

Primary Teacher

Ms. Edith Tanhira is a highly qualified and experienced Primary Teacher with over eighteen years of teaching experience in both the U.K. and abroad. She has taught in Private/Preparatory and State Schools in the U.K., as well as in a British International School in Egypt, where she contributed to the CIS accreditation process as a Year 3 Team Leader. Ms. Tanhira holds an MBA, a B.A. (Honours) Degree with Qualified Teacher Status (Q.T.S.) from London Metropolitan University, a Diploma in Primary Education, and a Certificate in Leadership.

Specializing in Early Years, Ms. Tanhira has taught across various curriculum stages, including F/S, EYFS, KS1, and KS2, particularly in Years 3 and 4. She has held multiple Team Leadership roles in EYFS, Year 1, and Year 3, and has been deeply involved in mentoring and supporting Early Childhood Education Studies with college students, trainee teachers, and ECTs. Additionally, she has served as a Coordinator for P.E., R.E., and MFL. Ms. Tanhira is passionate about making a difference in her pupils' lives, driven by her belief that every child can achieve their full potential.

Joanne Tracey

English & History Teacher

Joanne Tracey is an experienced English literature teacher with a rich background in international education. She’s had the opportunity to teach in places like France, the UK, Vietnam, Oman and the Caribbean. Having studied at university in Canada and with her Irish heritage, Joanne brings a distinctive perspective to her teaching. She’s also enhanced her expertise in the arts by founding a short film festival and running creative workshops with students. Joanne’s diverse range of experiences and passion for education make her a dynamic and engaging presence in the classroom.