Name:Paul Devonshire
Title: Assistant Principal & Head of Science & Mathematics
Nationality: Australian
Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Education (Science) Honours 1, University of Newcastle, Australia
• University Medal for Academic Excellence, University of Newcastle, Australia
• Certificate of Teaching, NSW Department of Education, Australia
• 29 years teaching with 23 years in school leadership
• Australian, International Baccalaureate and IGCSE curriculum experience

Paul is an Australian-trained educator with over 29 years of extensive teaching and leadership experience in the Australian Curriculum, NSW Curriculum, IGCSE, IB Diploma, and IB MYP. He has led educational successes in Australia, Saudi Arabia, China, and Indonesia, serving as both a Head of Faculty and a relieving Deputy Principal in Australian schools. He was part of the founding leadership team in Saudi Arabia that gained IB World School accreditation, the founding Principal in China that led to IB Diploma accreditation, and led staff in realigning an Indonesian international school’s curriculum to the Australian Curriculum. Paul is passionate about teaching and driving educational change, fostering students to become lifelong learners, informed decision-makers, and global citizens. He is committed to ongoing professional development, staying updated on the latest teaching methodologies to support staff and enhance student learning. With a deep understanding of ESL, GATS, and differentiated learning, he ensures all students’ needs are met. His extensive use of IT in teaching engages students effectively, and he leverages his vast experience to maximise learning outcomes through engaging pedagogies and strong management skills. Students in Paul’s class have the opportunity to strengthen their skills in IT, collaboration, communication, creativity and critical thinking.