The Universal American School - Dubai

Kevin Loft is the School Director of Universal American School, with nearly 20 years of experience as a school leader in Dubai. He focuses on providing strategic direction, supporting staff development, and fostering a community-centered environment where students feel safe and valued.

Philip Berry is the Principal of Secondary at Universal American School. Having grown up and attended school in Dubai, he focuses on building strong relationships, maintaining high expectations, and fostering continuous improvement for students in Grades 6 to 12.

Lauren Malin is the Elementary Principal at Universal American School, with 11 years of experience in the UAE. Her leadership focuses on building strong relationships, continuous learning, and creating a school culture where every child feels known, valued, and inspired.

Matthew David Lowe is the Vice Principal of Learning & Teaching Pastoral at Universal American School, with over 20 years in education. He focuses on the intersection of academic progress and pastoral care, believing that students achieve best when they feel genuinely known and cared for.

Emily Bevington is the Vice Principal of Middle School at Universal American School, with over 15 years of experience in K–12 education. She focuses on curriculum development, instructional practices, and mentoring colleagues to help them reach their full potential.

Tracey Cummins is the Assistant Principal of HS Curriculum at Universal American School, with nearly 20 years of tenure at the school. She oversees IB, AP, and US pathways, focusing on curriculum, programme pathways, and college readiness.

Michael Morgan is the Assistant Principal for Middle School at Universal American School, with 14 years of experience in education. His role focuses on student wellbeing, pastoral care, transitions, and overseeing the Creative departments.

Emma Docherty is an Assistant Principal for Elementary at Universal American School, with 14 years of experience in education, including 9 years in leadership. She focuses on developing and empowering staff to refine their practice and inspire young learners.

Mohammad Nasif is the Dean of Students and Whole School Safeguarding Lead at Universal American School, with over 25 years of experience in education. He focuses on student safety, wellbeing, and fostering confident, responsible, and compassionate individuals.

Lauren Allsopp is the Assistant Principal for Pastoral at Universal American School, with 14 years of experience in education. She focuses on promoting wellbeing, behaviour, safeguarding, and fostering a positive school culture through meaningful partnerships.

Maram Jumah is a senior leader at Universal American School with 14 years of tenure at the school. She focuses on strengthening learning experiences, supporting professional growth, and promoting Arabic language and culture.

Lee Garrett is the Athletics Director at Universal American School, with over two decades of experience in education and high-performance sport. He focuses on developing people, building high-performing teams, and using data-informed decision-making to drive improvement.