Joanna has over 25 years of leadership experience in schools in the UK, France and UAE. She is the Principal of Wales International School, Abu Dhabi. Alongside working as a Principal, Joanna supports school improvement around the world as a Lead Improvement Partner for the Council of British International Schools. She has worked in this capacity for the past ten years with over 20 international schools worldwide. Joanna was awarded the prestigious Tes International School Principal of the Year 2024.