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Zeba Clarke

Principal

Zeba Clarke has had a varied career as a journalist, author and teacher in the UK and internationally. Born in Cambridge in the UK, she has lived in the US, UK, China, Belgium and most recently, Brazil. After taking an MA in English at Aberdeen University, Zeba worked in the energy sector before training as a teacher of drama and English. She has worked in schools ranging from 60 students to 3,000 students, teaching at both primary and secondary level, and in state and independent schools. In her spare time, Zeba loves reading, walking with her dog and her husband, writing fiction and keeping in touch with her two sons, now in their 20s.

Claire Nuttall

Headteacher (Primary) / Vice-Principal

Claire Nuttall has been in senior leadership for more than 20 years. Prior to living in Luxembourg, she worked as a Deputy Headteacher and Headteacher in inner-city London. An international student herself, in Hong Kong and Jordan, Claire loves the international setting and global mix of students. Claire enjoys facilitating on the NPQ as a leader of the European hub alongside a knowledgeable and vibrant group of international school leaders. As a leader of #WomenEdBeLux, she promotes diversity in all forms. In her spare time, Claire loves relaxing on a beach, chilling on a ski slope and spending time with her family.

Claire Simmonds

Headteacher (Secondary)

Claire Simmonds began her career in social care before obtaining a degree in corporate communication and a PGCE in Secondary ICT. She held leadership roles in several Cheshire secondary schools, including Assistant Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead. In 2011, she completed a MA in education while leading a collaboration programme across 21 schools. Since joining St George’s in 2019, Claire has embraced the challenges of working in Luxembourg. Sponsored for her iNPQH Headteacher qualification in 2022, she is committed to driving positive change. She is learning Luxembourgish, enjoys crime novels and travels whenever possible. Family is central to her and she values time with her son in his 20s.

Emmanuelle Kruten

Finance and Administration Manager

Originally from Metz (France), Emmanuelle Kruten lived in New York and Mexico City before settling in Luxembourg in 2005. She has been working at St George's since 2009 and has been happy to be a part of the school’s life since then. In her spare time, she enjoys volunteering, cycling and participating in the many activities Luxembourg has to offer without the stress of living in a big city. Emmanuelle is a proud bi-national French-Luxembourger.

Hanne Pinholt

Head of Human Resources

Hanne has extensive corporate experience in the pharmaceutical industry, working in Spain, South Africa, Switzerland and Denmark. She holds multiple degrees, including an MBA, and previously served as the Head of HR at the University of Luxembourg before joining St Georges in 2022. Hanne is passionate about HR and is a certified coach. She values continuous learning and reading, and in her free time, she enjoys travelling, exploring different cultures and ways of living, and appreciating art and architecture.
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