Principal / Head of School

The Netherlands International School is seeking its next Principal to join the school from October 2026. The Netherlands International School Lagos (NISL) is looking for an inspirational and strategic Principal to lead the next phase of the school's development. Rooted in strong Dutch educational values and serving an increasingly diverse international community, NISL offers a warm, inclusive and ambitious learning environment where every child is known, challenged and supported to thrive. NISL is valued for its close-knit community, small class sizes and personalised approach to teaching and learning. The school is committed to providing a holistic education while building strong, trusting relationships with families. Creating a school where children, staff and parents feel valued, supported and proud to belong is at the heart of everything we do. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced international school leader to shape the school's future, drive excellence in teaching and learning, and further strengthen NISL's reputation within both the international and local community. The Role NISL is seeking an inspirations and values driven Principal to lead the school in its next phase of development. The Principal has overall responsibility for the strategic direction, educational performance and day-to-day leadership of the school. Working closely with the children, staff, parents and the School Board, the Principal will: Provide clear, values-led and strategic leadership that builds on NISL’s Dutch roots and international identity Lead and inspire high-quality teaching and learning from Early Years through Primary Drive school improvement, growth and long-term sustainability Foster a positive, high-expectation staff culture focused on professional growth and collaboration Showcase a steadfast commitment to fostering wellbeing, inclusivity, and collaboration Strengthen community engagement and partnerships locally and internationally Ensure excellent safeg