John Searles

John has dedicated his career to the intersection of education, technology and storytelling, working across five continents.

From developing student data systems and IT solutions to leading marketing strategies and producing media, photography and video, he has helped schools communicate who they are and what they stand for.

John believes the best stories in education are already happening in classrooms. Teachers are doing work every day that deserves attention. His role is to find those stories and make sure more people see the difference teachers are making in the lives of their students.

Now based in Lisbon with his wife and three boys, John is focused on more than building a school. He wants to help create a culture where people support one another and challenge themselves to step beyond what is familiar. For students and families, that means being part of a community that looks beyond the school and engages with the world around it.