Glendale International School Leadership team

Meet the dynamic leadership team and the driving force behind Glendale International School. With decades of experience in education, our leaders are committed to fostering a nurturing environment that inspires academic excellence and personal growth.

Glendale Dubai Leadership Team

Jasmit Kang

Principal

Ms Jasmit Kang is an esteemed educator and visionary leader who serves as the Founding Principal of Glendale International School. With over 25 years of teaching experience in NCfE schools in the UK and Dubai, Ms Kang has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, inspiring her team to reach new heights of success.

Ms Kang has completed her Bachelors of Education from Liverpool Hope University before her postgraduate masters degree in Educational Leadership and Management from the University of Nottingham. She has also completed her NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship) from University College London.

Venera Golubina

Head of Inclusion

With over 16 years of experience in teaching, mentoring, counselling, and SEND support, Ms Venera brings a wealth of expertise to her role as the Head of Inclusion at Glendale International School in Dubai.

She is highly skilled in training staff on the latest innovations in special education, creating tailored educational programs, and analysing student academic data to drive individualised learning. Her commitment to fostering an inclusive environment ensures that every student has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.

Daminee Black

Head of EYFS and Key Stage 1

Daminee Black holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Dundee University, Scotland. With 18 years of teaching experience in British curriculum schools in the UAE and 3 years in leadership, she brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her role.

As a researcher, she has also published journals on “Innovation in Education’ and The Impact of Technology in Education!. She is dedicated to make a positive impact on children’s lives and eager to contribute to their attainment and progress at Glendale International School.

Amy Kembs

Head of KS2 and KS3

Ms Amy has been a dedicated educator for over 15 years, bringing a wealth of experience to her role through her passion for meaningful, cross-curricular learning. Holding a Masters of Education and PGCE from the University of Nottingham, as well as an educational leadership qualification from UCL and a BA Hons in Modern Foreign Languages from the University of Wales, she is highly qualified to support both teaching and leadership practices while driving school improvement.

Her commitment to fostering inquiry skills and real-life connections within the classroom ensures that students develop the essential skills needed for the future. Ms Amy is dedicated to creating dynamic and engaging learning environments that inspire curiosity and lifelong learning.

Glendale International School Leadership team

Glendale Dubai Leadership Team

Jasmit Kang

Principal

Venera Golubina

Head of Inclusion

Daminee Black

Head of EYFS and Key Stage 1

Amy Kembs

Head of KS2 and KS3

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