OUR SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM (SLT)

Ms.PADMAJA MENON M

VICE PRINCIPAL (SENIOR)

(M.sc B.ed Post graduate diploma in educational Leadership)

Ms. Padmaja Menon is a passionate and accomplished educator with over 30 years of experience in teaching and academic leadership. With a strong background in Mathematics and Physics, she has dedicated her career to shaping young minds and promoting excellence in education.

She has been actively involved in CBSE board evaluations for more than two decades and has successfully organized numerous Mathematics Olympiads and school-level cultural events, encouraging both academic and co-curricular growth among students.
She holds an M.Sc. in Mathematics, a B.Sc. in Physics, and a B.Ed., along with certifications in educational leadership and teaching students with learning disabilities. She is deeply committed to inclusive education and continues to mentor students and teachers alike. She believes in fostering an environment of learning, support, and holistic development.

A passionate mathematician and dedicated educator, Mr. Dinesh P Thayyil firmly believes that a deep understanding of a subject is the key to making learning simple, effective, and enjoyable. With a master’s degree in Mathematics and over 27 years of distinguished service in education, he brings a wealth of academic and leadership experience to our school community.
Mr. Thayyil has held senior leadership roles across India, Qatar, and the UAE, consistently nurturing students toward academic excellence. His innovative teaching strategies and commitment to student success have earned him numerous accolades, including the Best Teacher Award from The Millennium School, Dubai (GEMS Education) in 2018, along with multiple Teaching Excellence Awards from previous institutions.
He has played a pivotal role in strategic academic planning, curriculum development, teacher mentorship, and enhancing student outcomes. Under his leadership, schools have achieved outstanding board examination results, including multiple instances of centrums and record performances in Mathematics.
An advocate for technology-driven learning, Mr. Thayyil has conducted professional development sessions for teachers and created an online module titled “How to Make Math Learning Effective” for the Global School Foundation’s PD portal, Teamie. This resource is now accessible to GIIS teachers worldwide. He has also contributed as a reviewer for renowned mathematics author Mr. O.P. Gupta’s latest books for Grades 10 and 12.

Mr. DINESAN THAYYIL

VICE PRINCIPAL (MIDDLE)

M.Sc.,B.Ed. in Mathematics

Ms.JANARAJANI M

ASST.VICE PRINCIPAL

BFA,MA,PGDip(Education)

Janarajani Rasendran is an internationally acclaimed performing artist and accomplished educator, grounded in a rich blend of creative excellence, pedagogical insight, and leadership . She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, a Master’s degree, a Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Teaching, and is currently pursuing a PhD. She is also a certified International School Inspector, accredited by the Tribal Group, UK, with a proven focus on driving school improvement and educational excellence.As one of the founding faculty members of Private International English School, Abu Dhabi, Janarajani has been with the institution since its establishment in 2010. She has played a key role in shaping the school’s academic direction, leading cultural initiatives, and supporting its continuous development as a center of holistic education.

With over 21 years of dedicated experience in teaching Biology, including 16 years in the Middle East, Salini Sobha is a passionate educator and accomplished academic leader. She has held key positions such as Head of the Department (Primary and Secondary), Academic Coordinator, Co-curricular Coordinator, and Examination Coordinator.
She holds a Master’s degree in Zoology , in which she was a rank holder from University of Kerala, and an M.Ed with a specialization in Career Guidance and Counselling. Her commitment to continuous professional growth is reflected in her certifications in Leadership and Emotional Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Research Methodology, and TLS Pedagogy & Biology.
Salini has participated in numerous professional development programs and consistently fosters excellence in teaching and learning. She currently serves as the Subject Incharge Biology and Assistant Vice Principal – Assessment at Bhavans Abu Dhabi, spearheading initiatives to elevate academic standards and student achievement.

Ms.SALINI SOBHA

ASST. VICE PRINCIPAL

MSc.Zoology, M.Ed 

Ms.VANITHA WALTER

HEADMISTRESS
(BA (History/English), B.Ed)

Mrs Vanitha walters (BA, B Ed History and English) hails from Bangalore. Teaching is her passion. Nurturing students to the highest standard is her goal. She has been in the field of teaching in India and the UAE for the past 21 years.

An organized professional with proven teaching, guidance, and counselling, Ms Vanitha possesses the ability in teaching effectively and improve test scores. She is associated with Bhavans for the past 6 years. Apart from teaching, she was the ‘My Identity Program’ Coordinator and achieved outstanding results during ADEC inspection for the same. She initiated in encouraging students to make magazines about UAE and was successful in making 100 magazines for Zayed’s 100th year. She oversaw ‘Year of Giving’, ‘Year of Zayed’ and ‘Year of Tolerance’. She is a dedicated, resourceful, spontaneous innovator and goal-driven professional educator with a solid commitment to the social and academic growth and development of every child. She has successfully completed the Pedagogy Examination, conducted by MOE Abu Dhabi (UAE). She has attended many workshops and forums conducted by ADEC and various reputed schools in the UAE. She also represented PIES as its ambassador for cultural exchange with a reputed school in Bangalore (INDIA). She has an exceptional ability to establish cooperative, professional relationships with parents, staff, and administration. She is married to Mr Walter Francis and gifted with a son.