Hello! I’m Mr. Daniel Nicholson, and I am very excited to be joining Dubai British School Jumeira as part of the founding secondary team, where I will be teaching Physical Education.
I bring with me 5 years of teaching experience, 3 of which were spent in Kuwait, giving me valuable insight into both UK and international education. My passion for sport and working with young people began at Leeds Beckett University, where I completed my degree in Sports Coaching. I then continued my studies at Edge Hill University, gaining my PGCE in Secondary Physical Education.
Over the course of my career, I have had the opportunity to teach students across a wide range of age groups. I always strive to make PE engaging and enjoyable, ensuring that every lesson is active, inclusive, and leaves students with a positive experience of sport and physical activity.
Outside of school, I am a keen sportsman myself. I enjoy playing football, cricket, golf, and padel, which helps me stay connected to the sports I love and bring that enthusiasm into my teaching.
What excites me most about joining DBSJ is the opportunity to make full use of the school’s excellent facilities to deliver outstanding sporting experiences. Whether that’s introducing students to new sports, running inter-school competitions, or encouraging healthy lifestyles, I am passionate about helping every child find enjoyment and confidence through physical activity.
I am looking forward to becoming part of the DBSJ community, working alongside colleagues, parents, and most importantly, our students. Together, we can inspire a love of sport and an appreciation of the benefits of an active lifestyle. I can’t wait to see all that we will achieve in the year ahead.
