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The Learning CurveEpisode 9: Beyond the Grades: NAISAK Students on Success and the Road AheadSend us a textIn this celebratory episode of The Learning Curve, we sit down with three outstanding NAISAK students – Niha, Khadija, and Rishi – whose exceptional performances on their IGCSE and AS-Level exams have inspired the school community. We explore their academic journeys, the balance between studies and student life, and their aspirations for university and beyond. From clubs and sports teams to school trips and leadership roles, these students share candid reflections on what shaped their time at NAISAK and how they’re preparing for the next chapter. Tune in for a heartfel...
2025-10-2849 minThe Learning CurveEpisode 8: Waleed Al-Qassem’s Journey Through Admissions and Al KhorSend us a textIn this episode of “The Learning Curve,” we’re joined by Waleed Al-Qassem, longtime Admissions Manager at Nord Anglia International School Al Khor (NAISAK) and proud alumnus of Al Khor International School (AKIS). With deep Jordanian and Palestinian roots and a lifelong connection to the vibrant Al Khor Community, Waleed shares his unique perspective on education, identity, and the evolving landscape of international schooling in Qatar.Together, we explore his personal journey from student to admissions leader, the values instilled by growing up in a close-knit expatriate community, and the skills he’s h...
2025-08-141h 01The Learning CurveEpisode 7: Neurons & New Beginnings: A Journey from Al Khor to LondonSend us a textIn this episode of “The Learning Curve,” we’re joined by Sarah Mendoza, a proud Class of 2024 graduate of Nord Anglia International School Al Khor (NAISAK) and a current Neuroscience student at Middlesex University London. Sarah shares her inspiring academic journey from Qatar to the UK, reflecting on the pivotal moments that shaped her passion for the brain and behavior.Together, we explore how her time at NAISAK laid the foundation for her scientific curiosity, what it’s like to transition from an international school environment to university life abroad, and how she’...
2025-08-0658 minThe Learning CurveEpisode 6: The Juilliard Perspective with Raphael and BrianSend us a textIn this episode of “The Learning Curve,” we’re joined by Juilliard Curriculum Specialists Brian Drye (Music) and Raphael Peacock (Drama), who traveled to Qatar in April 2025 to visit Compass International Schools Doha (CISD) and Nord Anglia International School Al Khor (NAISAK). Together, they reflect on their personal journeys in the arts, share powerful insights into teaching and cultural adaptation, and discuss how Juilliard’s curriculum fosters creativity, confidence, and breakthrough moments for students worldwide. Tune in to uncover what it truly takes to choose passion over predictability, understan...
2025-05-271h 15The Learning CurveEpisode 5: Alumni Spotlight: Maryam Mustafa’s JourneySend us a textIn this episode of “The Learning Curve” podcast, we sit down with NAISAK alumna and digital marketing intern Maryam Mustafa to explore her unique journey from student-to-alumna-to intern at Nord Anglia International School Al Khor. A Class of 2020 graduate and a senior at the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST), Maryam shares her insights on returning to her alma mater, the impact of her work experience, and how her family’s decade-long legacy at NAISAK has shaped her educational and professional aspirations.Join us as we discus...
2025-04-281h 00The Learning CurveEpisode 4: The Impact of Juilliard and Performing Arts at NAISAKSend us a textIn this episode of “The Learning Curve” podcast, we sat down with NAISAK teachers – Laura Opperman (Head of Performing Arts & Juilliard Regional Lead for the Middle East), Victoria Hughes (Head of Dance), and Lois Woodward (Whole School Drama Teacher) – to explore the transformative power of performing arts education leveraging the curriculum innovation and expert insights of our partnership with The Juilliard School of New York City. From Lusail to Al Khor and beyond, NAISAK, together with Juilliard’s expert guidance, is shaping the performance arts landscape for the next generation of performers, creators, and innova...
2025-04-151h 05The Learning CurveEpisode 3: Ramadan Unveiled: Understanding Ramadan’s Significance for AllSend us a textIn this episode of “The Learning Curve” podcast, we sat down with NAISAK teachers, Ahmed Mahmoud and Amina Javed, to explore the importance of the holy month of Ramadan and its universal impact on all students, teachers, families, and staff – both Muslim and non-Muslim – in our school community. Ramadan is a time of reflection, devotion, and community, but what does this time truly mean for those who observe it – and for those who don’t?Tune in to learn, reflect, and discover how we can all come together during this month of uni...
2025-03-061h 04
The Learning CurveEpisode 2: The Balancing Act: Teaching Science and Empowering Healthy Living with Iman CampbellSend us a textIn this episode of “The Learning Curve” podcast, we sat down with NAISAK teacher, Iman Campbell, a teacher who embodies the fusion of world-class teaching and leading a healthy, balanced life. As a passionate educator and a social media fitness enthusiast, Iman shares her journey into education, her passion for fitness and shares the intersection between both of these worlds – on the eve of Qatar National Sports Day in February.
2025-01-2758 min
The Learning CurveEpisode 1: Getting to Know NAISAK’s Principal, Mr. Jamie HughesSend us a textIn this pilot episode, viewers are introduced to NAISAK Principal Jamie Hughes and the vibrant educational community cultivated within his modern, serene campus in Al Khor. As the new school year begins, Principal Hughes reflects on his journey towards leading an inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environment.
2024-11-2536 min