A HAND PICKED TEAM

SPECIALISTS IN THEIR FIELD

We believe true excellence in education is only achieved by a powerful, passionate team of exceptional teachers and managers preparing young, happy and motivated students to stand tall and make their mark anywhere in the world as the global citizens of tomorrow.

There is no better way, in our opinion, than to select the best teachers for every subject and to inspire and motivate our students academically, culturally and in the sporting arena.

Our Teachers are hand-picked according to the following criteria:

• Excellent academic qualifications.
• Outstanding track records with reputations of having kept abreast of recent, relevant educational methodologies.
• Dynamic personalities with a professional demeanour who create a nurturing educational environment.
• An exceptional rapport and empathy with students by treating students with dignity and respect.
• A love of children and investment in the success of each student that passes through their hands.

Abigail Smulders

HEAD OF ELS & JUNIOR PREPARATORY AT REDDAM HOUSE BEDFORDVIEW

Abigail arrives with over 20 years of dedicated experience in Foundation phase education, including her most recent role as the Head of the Early Learning School at St. Dunstan's College which saw her excel in creating a nurturing and inclusive environment for young learners. Her tenure there was marked by exceptional leadership, a commitment to holistic child development, and a passion for early childhood education. 

Abigail's empathetic leadership style is one of her defining qualities. She focuses on bringing out the best in each staff member, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. Stephen Hazley, Executive Head of Reddam House Bedfordview comments, “With an open-door policy for students, staff, and parents, Abigail emphasises honest communication and strategic planning, ensuring a cohesive vision for the school's future.” 

In describing what sets Reddam House Bedfordview apart, Abigail highlights, "Our ability to offer a safe, nurturing environment and to see each child as a unique individual. We are blessed with support in therapists, an academic support teacher as well as a remedial teacher. We also have specialised teachers for Art, Drama, Dance, Music, Library, Zulu, Coding, and Robotics." 

Abigail's arrival heralds a new chapter for Reddam House Bedfordview, where her leadership is expected to further elevate the standard of education and care provided to students. Her commitment to excellence and her innovative approach will undoubtedly shape the future of the school, providing the best possible foundation for every child's academic journey. 

Stephen Hazley

EXECUTIVE HEAD

Stephen Hazley was appointed as a Geography teacher and Head of Sport at Bedfordview Christian College in May 2001 – 18 months before Reddam House, Bedfordview was launched.

In September 2008 he was appointed as College Principal. Since his appointment he has been instrumental in the rapid growth of sport, the Arts and continued academic success of the College Campus. In 2014 Mr. Hazley was also given the responsibility of running the Senior Preparatory phase of the school.

He holds the qualifications B.A. Honours, H. Dip. Ed. (Wits) He is married and has three boys. Stephen, who spent his formative years in Belfast, Ireland, is passionate about drawing the best out of teenagers.

Ravi Nadasen

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, SOUTH AFRICA

Before joining Inspired, Ravi worked as Chief Operating Officer at Tsogo Sun Hotels, Africa’s leading hotel group. His tertiary education started at the Durban University of Technology (then ML Sultan Technikon) where he obtained a National Diploma in Hotel Management. Some years later he obtained his BTech Management at the University and concurrently completed the Advanced Business Programme. More recently in 2018, he obtained his MBA from the University of Stellenbosch. He was also fortunate to attend IMD (Institute for Management Development) in Switzerland for two eight-week blocks, where he did a leadership programme.

He has been and is very active in tourism bodies, having been on the board of Cape Town Tourism and a board member of the CT Chamber of Commerce while in Cape Town. He is currently the interim Chairperson of South African Tourism, the Deputy Chairperson and board member of the Tourism Business Council of SA. He was reappointed by the Minister of Tourism for a second term as a member of the B-BBEE Charter Council to advise on the state of transformation in the industry.

Nadim M Nsouli

INSPIRED FOUNDER & GROUP CHAIRMAN

Nadim M Nsouli founded Inspired in 2013 with the goal of creating a leading global group of premium schools. Starting with Inspired’s first acquisition of Reddam House, a leading group of schools in South Africa, Nadim rapidly expanded the group globally via a series of acquisitions and building greenfield schools while maintaining the focus on only having the best schools around the world as part of the group.

Prior to founding Inspired, Nadim was a partner at Providence Equity Partners, a private equity firm with $40 billion under management. Nadim was also a member of Providence's Global Investment Committee and led Providence's Education investment efforts in Europe and the Middle East. Prior to joining Providence in 2006, Nadim was the European head of The Gores Group, a special situations private equity fund based in Los Angeles. Previously, Nadim was a member of the media and telecommunications investment banking teams of Morgan Stanley and J.P. Morgan in London. Nadim started his career in New York as a corporate lawyer at Jones, Day, Reavis & Pogue.

Nadim received a Master of Business Administration from INSEAD with distinction, a Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law and a Bachelor of Science (magna cum laude) from Georgetown University.