School Leadership Team

Mrs. Marwa Hammad

Marwa Hammad is a dedicated education leader with twenty years experience in both British and American International Education System.

Here is a brief encounter with her:

• In 1999, she earned her bachelor degree of Arts, English Department, from Ain-Shams University.
• In 1999, she started her career at “Nefertari British School” as an IGCSE Coordinator and Deputy for twelve years.
• In 2004, she was granted the “Blue Ribbon Performance” certificate as a reward for receiving the highest and most prestigious award (The Cambridge Beacon School Award).
• In 2010, she became a certified IGCSE coordinator at “The University of Cambridge.”
• In 2011, she moved to the American System at “ Menese Interantional School” where she spent nine years as a stage principal for the Upper Elementary, Middle and High School.
• In 2011, she received her Diploma in “Management Skills of Schools” from “John Hever Academy”, England; as well as receiving a “CIT” (Certificate for Information Technology).
• In 2015, she finished a course in “Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence”, Case Western University, USA, and a” Certificate of Appreciation” Youth World Peace Forum”. From “El-Rowad International School”.
• In 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2018, she repeatedly, received certificate of participation, “Microsoft Egypt Education Exchange and Advance-ED” Global Conference.
• In 2019 and 2020, she was nominated to be a member in the prestigious committee of “Cognia’s Stamping Team” which is responsible for sealing the American Diploma in Egypt.
• In 2022, she earned her master’s degree in education (Learning and Innovation) from South Wales University, England.

Ms. Reem Ibrahim

Reem Ibrahim is a devoted educator with over twenty-five years of experience in American International Education System, and has recently joined the British International Education System.

• In 1996, she earned her bachelor degree of Art, English Department, from Ain-Shams University.
• In 1998, she started a teaching career as an English Language and literature instructor in Al Bateen Scientific School in United Arab Emirates.
• In 2005, she earned a certificate in Strategies for Teaching English To Young Learners from University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
• In 2009, she earned CELTA (certificate of teaching English to speakers of other languages) from Cambridge University.
• In 2010, she joined the faculty members of Etihad National School in United Arab Emirates as an English Language and literature instructor.
• In 2012, she moved back to Egypt and joined the faculty members of Menese International School and supervised the English Language department till September 2017.
• In 2015, she earned a certificate in Student Assessment from Commonwealth Education Trust.  
• In 2021, she joined the faculty members of Concord International College as the head of English Language Department.
• In 2022, she earned a certificate in Teaching Literature from Notting Hill College.
• In 2022, she was certified to teach IGCSE English as Second Language by Cambridge Assessment International Education.

Mrs . Georgina Philip

Georgina Philip is a devoted educator with over 13 years of experience in International Education System, and a passionate physiotherapist with over 7 years of experience.

• In 2001, she earned her bachelor degree of Physical therapy, from Cairo University.
• In 2008, she earned her Master degree of pediatrics, from Cairo University.
• In 2009, She shifted her career and started a teaching career as a science teacher in     Al Karma Language school.
• In 2012, she earned certificate for effective communication skills and TOT as well.
• In 2013, she moved to the American System at “ Menese Interantional School” where she spent seven years as a science and Biology teacher for the Middle and High School.
• In 2018, she earned a diploma degree in child psychology.
• In 2019, she was certified as supervisor, from State board education Illinois, Chicago, USA.
• In 2022, she moved to join Capital International School as a Science teacher for Middle School.
• In 2021, she earned a certificate of PGCE, from University of Dundee in Scotland.
• In 2021, she joined the faculty members of Concord International College as the head of Science Department.
• In 2022, she earned a certificate in eProve eleeot Training by Cognia.
• In 2022, she earned a certificate in adapting lessons for varied learning styles in Cambridge Science, by Cambridge University Press.
• In 2022, she was certified to teach IGCSE Biology 2023-2025 syllabus by Cambridge Assessment International Education.
• In 2023, she earned a certificate in Moving beyond accountability to continuous improvement by Cognia

Ms. Eman Elhouchy

Eman Abdel Rheem is a qualified educator with over 23 years of experience in international education (IGCSE, American Diploma, and IB Programmes).

• Leads curriculum development, academic excellence, and continuous school improvement initiatives.
• Holder of the Cambridge International Diploma for Teachers and Trainers.
• Certified in Teaching Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics (0580/0980) and Cambridge Lower Secondary Mathematics (0862) by Cambridge Assessment International Education.
• Certified ELEOT Observer by Cognia and holder of a Certificate in Moving Beyond Accountability to Continuous Improvement.
• IB-certified in Mathematics Applications and Interpretation, Extended Essay supervision, and Middle Years Programme development.
• Holder of a Diploma in Finance from The American University in Cairo (AUC).
• Certified in implementing the Finnish education system.
• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership at the University of Liverpool.

Hala Keichour

Education is a message carried to young generations with a responsibility of preparing them for their future life..

• Hala Keichour has over 26 years of experience in education, specializing in teaching and leadership.
• In 1997, she earned BA in English Literature from Aleppo university, Syria.
• In 1998, she earned Higher Studies Diploma in translation from Aleppo University.
• In 1999, she earned MA in Psycho-linguistics from Aleppo University, with the thesis of Error Analysis of Teaching English to Adults as a Foreign Language.
• In 1998, she started working as English teacher, instructor, and trainer at Aleppo university, Syria.
• In 2000, she received a certificate in Designing Educational Websites from American University of Beirut, Lebanon.
• In 2002, she working as English teacher and SAT coordinator in Jeddah Int. School, KSA.
• In 2004, she became a member of CITA and MSA accreditation team of international schools in Saudi Arabia.
• In 2012, she joined Menese School as High School English teacher at the American Department.
• In 2014, she joined Egyptian Language Schools as Key Stage Leader for KS3.
• In 2019, she earned Diploma in Educational Management and Leadership from American University of Cairo, Egypt.
• In 2021, she joined CIC as High School English teacher and ACT instructor.
• In 2022, she  Promoted at CIC as Gr/Y 1-6 Key Stage Leader and ACT instructor.
• In 2024, she promoted at CIC as Head of Stages & Key Stage Leader.

Ms. Margret Sameh

Margret Sameh enjoys a long-standing experience in the education field and particularly the British Education System. 

• In 2013, she joined the educational field, as an IGCSE Coordinator & School Secretary and was one of the founders of British Ramses School and leaders in setting the main pillar that holds now a solid British Education system in the school and an accredited exam venue by the British Council in Egypt. 

• In 2019, she teamed with the management team of Saint Fatima International School Al-Hegaz as the Principal Assistant and the school’s IGCSE coordinator. 

• In 2020, she earned the “Heart of the School Award Oxford 2020” for ensuring that teaching and learning could continue in this most unusual academic year Cornona Pandemic year in which the exams were canceled, and replaced by teacher’s evaluation instead. 

• In 2022, joined El Rowad College as Principal Assistant and the school’s IGCSE coordinator. she was able to assist the school’s students in choosing their preferred subjects along their IG academic years and maintained an effective, positive working relationship with both parents and staff. 

She is also a holder of Mini MBA in Strategic Management, Business Finance, Principles of Marketing & Organizational Behavior.

Ms. Merna Gamal

Ms. Merna Gamal is a devoted educator with over nine years of experience in academic teaching. She has demonstrated a profound commitment to music education. In 2017, she earned a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from the specific education department and subsequently enrolled in a diploma program at the Faculty of Specific Music Education at Ain Shams University (ASU).

She began her teaching career as a music instructor at Rahn German Schulen in Cairo, where she participated in numerous concerts at the German Gotha Institute. Currently, she serves as a lecturer in music theory, piano, and flute at the Royal Academy of Music - ABRSM in Egypt.

Since 2018, she has also been a lecturer at Benha University in the Department of Music Education, focusing on orchestration, flute, and music theory. In the same year, she became a member of the jury for choral and solo performance competitions at the annual St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church Festival, allowing her to evaluate and mentor young musical talents.

She obtained a diploma in music education from ASU in 2019, achieving excellence. During this period, she also secured a TOEFL certificate, scoring 450/600 from ASU in Cairo.

From 2020 to 2022, she worked as a music teacher in the American division at Qaitbay International (AIA Schools). In 2022, she completed a Master's degree in Specific Education, specializing in Music Education, with commendable excellence from Ain Shams University, and assumed the role of head of the music education department at IVY STEM International Schools.

In 2023, she was appointed as the head of the Department of Music Education at Concord International College. The following year, she completed a doctoral program in the Philosophy of Education, specializing in orchestration, also from Ain Shams University, achieving an excellence degree. Additionally, she improved her TOEFL score to 520/600 from Ain Shams University and obtained certificates in leadership and communication skills.

As an Egyptian flutist, she has participated in a variety of concerts, including performances with the Haramlek Band at the Opera House and collaborations with C-bemol for musical compositions in theatrical performances. Her extensive festival participation includes:

• The National Theater Festival for Egyptian Theater (2019)
• The International Universities Forum Festival (2019)
• The Self-Theater Festival (2020)
• The Eighth Season of Creativity Festival (2020)
• The Grand Festival for Theatrical Performance, featuring works under the direction of Mr. Tarek Al-Duwairi at Al-Hanager Theater, Egyptian Opera House.

She  has also performed with the Coptic Tasbeeh Orchestra and the Anafora Orchestra, showcasing her dedication to both performance and education in the field of music.

Mr. Omar Fathallah

Mr. Omar Fathalla is an experienced Arabic language educator and department leader with over 25 years of teaching experience across national and international schools. He holds a Bachelor of Arts and Education (Arabic Language) from Al-Azhar University (1993), awarded with a Very Good grade, and has completed professional training in educational crisis management, successful school administration, student performance quality, teacher performance quality, modern teaching methods, and classroom time management.

Currently Head of the Arabic Language Department at Concord International College (since 2023), Omar combines classroom instruction with departmental leadership. His responsibilities include curriculum delivery for middle and secondary students, effective communication with staff and stakeholders, and leading initiatives to raise teaching and learning standards.

Previously, Omar served as an Arabic language teacher at Genesis International (American Diploma) from 2018 to 2023, where he taught Arabic and Islamic education for preparatory and secondary levels, led theater training, supervised public speaking and poetry recitation activities, and organized academic events and seminars. From 2002 to 2018 he taught at Sunrise Language School (American Diploma), serving as Head of the Arabic Department for both national and American-program streams and overseeing extracurricular programs such as school theater and broadcasts.

Omar is skilled in educational technology and internet applications, school radio and theater supervision, event organization, and active student engagement. He is fluent in Arabic and has a good command of English.

Summary of expertise

• Arabic language instruction for middle and secondary stages
• Departmental leadership and curriculum coordination
• Student performance evaluation and teacher development
• Extracurricular program supervision (theater, public speaking, school broadcast)
• Event and seminar planning

Ms. Dina Hassan

Dina Hassan is a devoted Head of French Department at Concord International College with a twenty-year experience in International Education System.

Below is a quick brief about herself:

In 2000, Dina received her bachelor’s degree in Letters, Languages and French Civilization from Ain-Shams University.

From 2004 to 2012, She worked as a Teacher at British Nursery and Summer School, teaching French language for children in Pre-kindergarten.

 In 2008, She earned a Special Diploma from the Department of Curriculum and Methodology of the French Language from the Faculty of Education Ain Shams University.

From 2012 to 2013, She received a Diploma at New Ramses College. A training program delivered by the French Institute of Egypt with the partnership of the Institute of Masters Training Programs at the University of Paris-Sorbonne, Paris.

In 2014, Dina worked as a French teacher for Pre- / Kindergarten [age 4-6 years] at the French Institute of Heliopolis.

From 2014 to 2021, She joined Menese International School as a Teacher, delivering French classes as a Foreign / Second Language.

She was granted the Accreditation Team Certificate of Appreciation along with her colleagues at Menese International School in 2014 – 2015.

In 2017, Dina was granted a Certificate of Training from BELC Nantes, France as DELF Examiner and Corrector [levels A1 to B2], mastering the adoption of creative approaches in FLE [Français langue étrangère /French as a foreign language] Classrooms as well as being a theatre host in any FLE Class.

In 2019, She received a Participation certificate from the International Festival of Young French Amateur Comedians at Puy en Velay, France.

In 2018,2019,2020, she repeatedly, received certificate of participation from Microsoft Egypt as “Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert”.

In addition, in 2020, Dina earned a Participation Diploma from the International Festival of Francophone theatre (as a scriptwriter & director).

In 2021, She completed the basics of screenwriting, cinematography and television; a course delivered by Ghada Abdel Aal.

Mr. Abdelhay Saad

Abdel Hayy Saad El-Din is an experienced social studies educator with a Bachelor’s degree in History and Civilization from Al-Azhar University

• B.A. in History and Civilization, Al-Azhar University (2006)
• Social Studies teacher (2007–2019) — Modern School (NIS)
• Head of Department (2020–present) — NIS & Concord schools
• Experience in curriculum planning, classroom instruction, and departmental leadership