Ben Rothwell is the founding Principal of Victory Heights Primary School, City of Arabia, and a core member of the original leadership team behind Dubai’s Outstanding-rated Victory Heights Primary School. Ben has played a central role in shaping a distinctive, child-centred approach rooted in high standards, genuine community spirit, and values-led leadership. A long-standing champion of staff wellbeing, Ben believes that schools flourish when their people do. His leadership is grounded in kindness, clarity and trust, driving change through compassion rather than compliance. He is passionate about turning research into action, embedding evidence-informed practice across classrooms in meaningful, manageable ways. His work blends strategic vision with hands-on practicality, making him a trusted voice in conversations about what truly makes schools exceptional.