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At our British school in Abu Dhabi, safeguarding sits at the heart of our community, because students learn best when they feel safe, seen and supported. Every adult on campus – from teachers to support staff and partners – plays an active role in protecting children and promoting their wellbeing every day.  Within this safe, caring environment, students can explore, question and grow with confidence, knowing they’re listened to, respected and protected at every step of their journey.Â
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Gillian Hammond
Principal (Executive Leadership)
Ouassila Knani
Head Teacher - Arabic and Islamic (Executive Leadership)
Charlotte Clark
Head Teacher - EYFS & Primary (Executive Leadership)
Saaniya Kazi
School Counsellor
Asha Ibrahim
Pastoral Lead
Jack Henderson
Asst. Head of Primary & Head of Reading
Tilly Cobley
KS4/5 Inclusion Teacher Secondary Psychology Teacher
Salma Saleem
FS2 Class Teacher
Aoife Hegarty
Year 2 Class Teacher
Gillian earned a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in Science from Lancaster University in 2000, an institution internationally renowned for excellence in research, and consistently ranked among the UK’s top 10 universities. With extensive experience in educational leadership, Gillian previously served as the Chief Education Officer of Excella and Principal at three Repton schools. She proudly played a pivotal role in leading Repton Abu Dhabi and Repton Dubai to achieve Outstanding ratings from ADEK and DSIB, respectively. Known for her optimistic, collaborative, and fun-loving leadership style, she balances a firm-but-fair approach with a strong belief in fostering an engaging and supportive school environment. Gillian is deeply committed to providing a world-class education for every child and passionately advocates for a lifelong, hands-on learning philosophy, inspiring Aspen Heights students to love coming to school every day. Beyond her professional life, Gillian enjoys hiking, swimming, skiing, and is an avid reader of crime fiction.
Ms Tilly was born in England and holds a BSc in Psychology and an MSc in Clinical Psychology and Mental Health from Swansea University. She specialises in SEND teaching and works as a KS4/5 Inclusion Teacher, as well as teaching GCSE Psychology. She is passionate about supporting students to reach their full potential and is enthusiastic about the inclusive milestones that Abu Dhabi continues to implement. Having moved to the UAE at the age of 14, she has enjoyed building her career in education here. In her free time, she enjoys travelling, eating out at restaurants, and spending time with her dog.
Our safeguarding policy sets out clear, step-by-step procedures for identifying, reporting and responding to any concern about a student’s safety or wellbeing. All staff receive regular training so they understand their responsibilities and follow best practice, while Designated Safeguarding Leads coordinate responses to ensure consistency and care.  Any information shared is recorded and stored securely and confidentially, in line with local regulations and ISP expectations. Families are informed about how to raise concerns and what to expect from the school’s response, and the policy is reviewed regularly so our approach remains current, robust and effective.Â
Campus security
A comprehensive CCTV system, secure entry points and clear visitor protocols help keep every child safe on campus throughout the day.Â
Safe pick-up and drop-off
Strict morning and afternoon procedures ensure students are always handed over to authorised adults, so you know your child is in safe hands.
Visitor checks
All visitors register on arrival, show identification and receive a badge, helping us maintain a secure, closely monitored school environment.
Online safety
Proactive flagging systems monitor students’ online activity and alert staff to potential concerns, supporting responsible, safe use of technology.Â
Respect & inclusion
Our Intimate Care Policy ensures that any personal care is carried out sensitively and respectfully, with children’s dignity at the centre.
Anti-bullying and wellbeing
Regular anti-bullying initiatives, wellbeing programmes and PSHE lessons help students build resilience, empathy and positive relationships.Â
Team Teach Policy
Our Team Teach Policy explains how trained staff may use physical intervention, in rare cases, to keep students and others safe.Â
Whistleblowing
The Whistleblowing Policy gives staff clear, confidential routes to raise concerns so that any issue can be addressed quickly and appropriately.
Mental health support
Student-led forums, themed wellbeing weeks and specialist support ensure every child feels listened to, valued and protected.
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