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Safeguarding isn't just a policy; it's a promise. At Reach British School, safeguarding means everything we do to keep your child safe, healthy and happy so they can focus on learning. We ensure every child is safe and feels safe, grounded in an environment built on the highest standards of care, respect, and security. We expect all staff, parents, volunteers, and visitors to share this commitment.
Our goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment where your child can thrive. We are dedicated to protecting your child from exploitation, bullying, physical or sexual abuse, and any form of harm.
We also promote their cultural, social and mental growth to help them become strong, self-confident members of society.
Andrew Du Lieu
Head of Primary
Craig Halsall
Principal
Andrew grew up in Poole, on the south coast of the United Kingdom. He studied at Winchester University, where he completed a four year course in BA Hons in Primary Education with a specialism in Design and Technology. With a career in education spanning 18 years, Andrew has developed his knowledge of curriculum and assessment both in the UK and UAE, carefully adapting learning opportunities to meet the context and needs of the students.
He has taken on a range of leadership positions, most recently as founding Head of Primary at a new school in Abu Dhabi and is excited to be joining Reach British School as the Head of Primary. He strongly believes that each student has their own journey, developing skills and knowledge to engage in an ever changing world as global citizens.
Andrew enjoys working with a team of educators to enhance learning opportunities for students, ensuring high quality.
Craig becomes Principal of Reach British School from his previous role as a School Improvement Leader with the ISP regional team. He worked closely with the team at Reach British School team in this role. Craig brings with him over 17 years of experience in senior leadership positions across the US, USA, Middle East and Asia, including seven years of experience as a Head of School.
Meet Reach British School's designated Safeguarding Leads who ensure your child's safety. They ensure that all our staff are well-trained to protect and support your children. At Reach British School, we provide clear protocols for handling child protection issues and prioritise open communication with students, parents and stakeholders for a well-understood safeguarding approach. If you’re concerned about a child please talk to us.
Our safeguarding policy details our dedication to child protection and welfare.
It defines key terms, outlines staff responsibilities, and reiterates our proactive approach to student safety. For more information, please read our safeguarding policy.
