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Our Leadership

Mr. Karim Murcia

EXECUTIVE HEAD TEACHER

Karim Murcia is a distinguished school leader known for his innovative leadership and strong commitment to educational excellence. As Founding Principal of Eden Girls’ School, Slough, he led the school to an outstanding Ofsted rating in 2018. He later served as Principal and CEO at GEMS Education in Dubai, where he led GEMS Al Barsha National School and contributed to strategic leadership across the GEMS network. He holds a First-Class Degree in French and Arabic from UCL, a PGCE and Master’s from the UCL Institute of Education, and has completed both the NPQH and NPQEL. Karim has also served as Chair of Governors and delivered national leadership training programmes. As Executive Headteacher, he leads all areas of RGS Riyadh, promoting high academic standards, strong pastoral care, and a culture of continuous improvement aligned with Vision 2030.

Ms. ANN PHILIP

SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PARTNER

Ann Philip is an accomplished educational leader with over 30 years of experience in both Saudi Arabia and international settings. She holds degrees in Statistics and Education, and a Master’s in Strategic Educational Leadership from the University of Dundee.
Ann has held key leadership positions, including Academic Head and Deputy Principal at the Multinational School Riyadh. She was instrumental in the school’s re-establishment in 2020, serving as its founding principal for two years. Following this, she led the successful transition of MNS to Reigate Grammar School and served as principal here for the subsequent three years. She currently holds the position of School Improvement Partner, where she guides the school with a vision focused on innovation, inclusiveness, and academic excellence.

Mr. STEPHEN DEADY

HEAD OF PREP SCHOOLS

Stephen Deady is an educator with 20 years of experience in international and UK schools. Over half of his career has been dedicated to leadership roles in prestigious schools, including Brighton College Abu Dhabi and Cranleigh Abu Dhabi in the UAE, and Fettes College in China. For the past four years, Stephen has overseen the development of Reigate Grammar School’s global village of schools, in China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia and of course Saudi Arabia. Stephen has gained invaluable experience working at RGS in the UK, where the school was recently named The Sunday Times Independent School of the Year for 2025.

Mr. PIERRE SCOTTORN

HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL

Pierre Scottorn brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across schools and governmental regulatory roles in the UK and the Middle East. He has led high-performing schools and delivered large-scale, complex school improvement initiatives at both school and system level. Most recently, Pierre served as Head of Secondary at The British International School of Jeddah, where he led improvements in teaching and learning, secured excellent academic outcomes, and supported students in gaining places at leading universities worldwide. Pierre holds a BSc in Mathematics from Lancaster University, a PGCE in Secondary Mathematics from the University of Leeds, an MBA in Educational Management from the University of Leicester and is currently completing the NPQEL.

Designed to support children from EYFS to Year 6, the King Salman campus offers a welcoming and engaging learning environment where students are encouraged to grow academically, socially, and physically. Purpose-built facilities and dedicated learning spaces provide the ideal setting for young learners to thrive.

Facilities

  • Spacious outdoor play areas and dedicated sports facilities
  • Well-stocked libraries and interactive learning spaces
  • Specialist rooms for music and the performing arts
  • Modern ICT, science and technology laboratories
  • Innovation Room promoting STEM learning, collaboration, and creative thinking
  • Purpose-built Drama Performance Space for productions, presentations, and expressive arts


Early Years Provision (Nursery & Reception)

Our Early Years classrooms are carefully designed with specific facilities to balance structured learning with exploration and play. The campus provides a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop the skills they need for future success.

Features include:

  • Flexible classroom spaces classrooms designed to allow active learning through continuous provision
  • Outdoor learning and exploring places for sensory play and practical lessons
  • In-class toilet facilities
  • Specialist facilities including art, music rooms, and ICT labs
  • Outdoor play areas with child-appropriate equipment .

Qurtobah Campus Overview (Nursery – Year 6)

 Key Stage 1 & Lower Key Stage 2

The Qurtobah Campus provides a vibrant, purpose-built environment for students from Nursery to Year 6, supporting academic, creative, and physical development in early and primary education.

Key Facilities:

  • Large indoor swimming pool for regular lessons
  • Expansive outdoor playgrounds and multiple sports courts
  • Bright activity rooms and age-appropriate libraries
  • Music room, IT room, and performance areas
  • Indoor gymnasium and a modern canteen
  • Relaxing Parents’ Café for community engagement

Early Years (Nursery & Reception):

  • Classrooms with both structured learning and activity areas
  • Built-in toilets and direct access to secure outdoor learning spaces
  • Small splash pool, art studio, music room, and IT access
  • Outdoor playground with bicycle track, strength equipment, and Montessori role play area

The Qurtubah Campus is designed to foster curiosity, independence, and joy in learning for young children in a safe, stimulating environment.

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Ghirnatah Campus Overview (Years 7–13)

Key Stage 3 to Sixth Form,

The Ghirnatah Campus is home to students from Key Stage 3 to Sixth Form, providing a dynamic and supportive environment focused on academic excellence, creativity, and wellbeing.

Key Facilities:

  • Subject-specific classrooms
  • Science labs for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
  • Multiple ICT labs and Innovation Labs (AI, 3D printing, design tech)
  • Large auditorium and vibrant atrium for events
  • Dedicated Sixth Form area with study zones and university prep support
  • Two libraries: one for group research, one for quiet study
  • LOTE classrooms (Arabic, Islamic Studies, French)

Sports Facilities:

  • Full-sized football field, basketball courts, and cricket training area
  • Indoor sports hall with table tennis
  • Multi-purpose indoor gymnasium

Campus Life:

  • The Grove: outdoor green space with stage and modern seating
  • Outdoor Parents’ Café for community connection
  • Open-air student canteen for relaxed dining and social interaction
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