Education Excellence

Meet Our Team

Team Members

Yasir Patel 

Founder & CEO

As a dedicated professional, my journey in entrepreneurship has been marked by notable successes. I am the proud founder and manager of Educating Excellence...

Yusuf Patel

Executive Director of Education (Secondary)

With over 15 years of dedicated service in Primary and Secondary Education, Yusuf is a expert leader known for driving excellence in education quality...

Altaf Hazi 

Director of IT and Finance 

Altaf Hazi boasts over 20 years of extensive experience in both IT and management roles. Following his graduation from the University of Leeds...

Ifsheen Akhtar

Executive Director of Education (Early Years & Primary)

As a skilled and enthusiastic Head teacher with comprehensive experience of developing school systems and teaching and learning, my background and passion for education positions
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Beth Harris

Director of Early Years and Primary

Beth Harris is an Early Years Education Specialist and consultant, offering global expertise in educator training, curriculum development, child brain development, and quality assurance for schools and educational authorities.
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Javed

Director of International Education

Javed, Director of International Schools at Jamia Islamia Ishaatul Uloom, enriches K-12 IB education with Islamic values, academic rigor, and global expertise from NIT Trichy.
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Fiona Riley

UK Education Leader and Consultant /International BSO Inspector/KHDA school inspector

Experienced Educational Consultant and former Ofsted inspector with 30 years in education. Specialist in leadership, curriculum design, SEND, and mental health in schools ...
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Aisha Akhtar

Director of Behaviour, Safeguarding and Personal Development

Having dedicated over 15 years to the Independent sector, I possess a deep understanding of the dynamic landscape of education. Throughout my career, I have adeptly balanced tradition with modernity...
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Amani Issa

⁠School Inspector

Amani Issa, an experienced School Inspector and Trainer, improves educational outcomes through inspections...
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Holly Smith

⁠Associate Inspector for the Knowledge and Human Development Authority

Holly Smith is an Early Years Inspector specializing in curriculum standards, child development, and educational quality across the UK and UAE.
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Professor Saheed O. Ajayi

EduTech consultant and academic leader

Professor Saheed O. Ajayi is an EduTech consultant and academic leader specializing in digital construction and project management. He pioneers AI-driven educational solutions ...
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Louise Stinson

Early Childhood and Linguistic Consultant

Louise has emerged as a pivotal figure within the field, leveraging a vast experience that spans Primary, Secondary, and Special Education across notable regions such as Liverpool, Lancashire, Manchester, York, Teesside, and Huddersfield....
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Diane Kingsland Hannington

Learning & Development Specialist

Experienced L&D Specialist with expertise in Early Years education, compliance, and leadership. Delivers results-driven programs, fostering team success across sectors.
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Sharron Michelle Fogarty

International Early Years Inspector

Sharron is an international Early Years Inspector and educational advisor with over 25 years’ experience, specializing in school improvement, policy development, and teacher training across global regions.
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Professor Hafiz Alaka

Director of the Big Data Technologies and Innovation

Hafiz Alaka is a Professor and Associate Dean of Research at the University of Hertfordshire, directing the Big Data Technologies and Innovation laboratory, focusing on cross-disciplinary research in education and climate change.