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Sheillie Chaudhary

Director of Innovation and Sustainability

Sheillie is excited to be part of GEMS Founders School, Masdar City. It is her eleventh year with GEMS after moving to the UAE in 2014. She has been an educator with a vast experience of 23 years teaching pre-primary, primary and secondary students across the school. Throughout her career, she has worked with various year groups, building a deep understanding of the diverse needs of her students. A passionate educator, Sheillie thrives on engaging students in meaningful projects, events, and competitions, with a special focus on entrepreneurship, aligning with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with a focus on UAE National Identity Mark. She constantly seeks to provide the best learning opportunities, preparing her students to be future-ready global citizens.

Her innovative approach extends beyond the classroom, as she works closely with her staff, training them in the latest technologies to enhance student learning. Sheillie also fosters strong partnerships with parents, ensuring the holistic development of every student. Her leadership in entrepreneurship and sustainability reflects her commitment to creating a dynamic, forward-thinking environment that empowers both students and the wider school community.

As the Director of Innovation and Sustainability at GEMS Founders School, Masdar City, Sheillie Chaudhary plays a pivotal role in driving forward-thinking educational strategies and sustainable initiatives. Based in one of the world’s most cutting-edge sustainable cities, she leads efforts to integrate eco-friendly practices and innovative technologies into the school’s curriculum and operations. With a passion for empowering students to become future leaders in sustainability and innovation, Sheillie collaborates with educators, students, and the wider community to create a learning environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and environmental responsibility.

Through her leadership, GEMS Founders School is committed to not only academic excellence but also to nurturing a culture of innovation and sustainability that reflects the values of Masdar City and the UAE's vision for a greener, more sustainable future.

"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character — that is the goal of true education." - Martin Luther King Jr.