Al Nahda National School for Boys

I come from a family of educators, with my father and uncles all dedicating their lives to the field of education. Inspired by their commitment, I chose to follow a similar path, beginning my career in Lebanon as a teacher. After two years of teaching there, I felt drawn to explore the broader possibilities within education, which led me to Abu Dhabi.

For the past 20 years, I have been fortunate to work in various educational roles in Abu Dhabi, gaining insights and experiences that have shaped my approach to leadership. I started as an English Language teacher i. al Nahda National School for Boys and, over time, took on roles including Head of English Language Department and Head of Academics.

Each role expanded my understanding and allowed me to focus on different aspects of the educational journey, ultimately preparing me to serve as Vice Principal of the Boys’ school.

This year, I am deeply honored to step into the role of Principal at Al Nahda National School for Boys. I am driven by a firm belief in educating the whole child, focusing not only on academic achievement but also on character development. For me, education is about shaping the future by nurturing each child’s social and emotional intelligence, promoting their well-being, and ensuring a safe environment where they can thrive.

It is my mission to cultivate an environment where each student is supported in becoming a well-rounded individual, prepared to contribute meaningfully to the world around them. As Principal, I look forward to leading our school community with a commitment to excellence, integrity, and the shared goal of empowering our young generation.

My name is Anthony Millington, and I am honoured to introduce myself as the new Vice Principal here at Al Nahda National School for Boys. My journey as an educator began over 20 years ago as a teacher of Design and Technology in my home country of the UK. I then served as a senior leader from 2010 until moving here to the UAE in 2016.

Since having the privilege to live and work in the UAE, I have been fortunate to serve both Emirati and international families at US and British curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi and in Ras Al Khaimah. My background in leading both US and UK curriculum schools also means that Al Nahda is the perfect fit for the next stage of my own career and I am genuinely thrilled to be joining the school.

I am passionate about supporting every student to surpass their full potential—not only academically, but also socially and emotionally. I believe in creating a positive, respectful environment where everyone can thrive and grow into confident, capable and caring individuals who will become the leaders of tomorrow.

It is such a genuine pleasure to be joining such a long-established, well respected school community which really does feel like a family. I look forward to meeting many of you face to face and working in partnership with you to ensure the highest outcomes for your children.

It is my honor to introduce myself as the Head of Primary and Middle School at Al Nahda National School for Boys. I have proudly served our school community for over 18 years in various roles, including Biology Teacher, Science Coordinator, and Academic Advisor. Throughout this time, I have witnessed firsthand the warmth, compassion, academic rigor, and strong family spirit that make our school unique. My commitment is to ensure these values continue to flourish under my leadership.

Together with our dedicated teaching and pastoral team, we will continue to build on the school’s strengths while embracing new opportunities for growth. Our priority remains preparing students for the future through inquiry-based learning, creativity, and a supportive environment that nurtures their academic, social, and emotional development.

I look forward to working closely with you as partners in your children’s education and to celebrating many successes together in the year ahead.

My name is Hasna Abdul Razaq, and I am honoured to serve as Assistant Principal for Teaching and Learning, Curriculum, and Assessment at Al Nahda National School for Boys.

With 26 years of experience in education, my journey began in Lebanon, with the past 20 years spent primarily in the UAE. I have been part of the Al Nahda community for 14 years, initially as a teacher, then as English Department Lead for the past six years and whole-school Teaching and Learning Coordinator for the past five years. These roles have allowed me to work closely with students and staff and contribute to the school’s continued development.

I am passionate about helping every student make meaningful progress and develop confidence in their abilities. My work centres on strengthening classroom practice through coaching and mentoring teachers, supporting effective curriculum implementation, and ensuring that assessment guides learning and accurately reflects student achievement.

I believe that a strong partnership between school and home is essential to student success. I look forward to working with our families and academic teams to ensure that every student feels supported, challenged, and inspired to reach their full potential.