H.E. Sheikh Dr. Majid bin Saeed bin Rashid Al Nuaimi is a distinguished leader and education advocate in the UAE. As the Chairman of Woodlem Park Schools and nephew and son-in-law of Ajman’s Ruler, he brings a PhD in Management and a broad leadership portfolio spanning education, healthcare, and finance. A visionary investor in the transformative power of schooling, Sheikh Dr. Majid champions AI-enhanced curricula and future-ready learning frameworks at Woodlem. His leadership reflects a dedication to uplifting educational standards and building the pillars of excellence that empower generations to thrive in a globalized world.
Noufal Ahmed is a dynamic entrepreneur and the Managing Director of Woodlem Education and Nesto Group. With a strong business background and a deep commitment to social impact, he has been instrumental in establishing educational institutions that emphasize innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. Passionate about empowering young minds, he envisions schools as transformative spaces that prepare students for a rapidly changing world. His leadership is defined by a future-focused approach, blending technology, global best practices, and strong moral values. Despite his business success, education remains his true calling—driving his mission to create learning environments that nurture responsible, confident, and capable global citizens.
Siddique Palollathil is a strategic leader and the Managing Director of both Nesto Group and Woodlem Park Group of Schools. With strong entrepreneurial acumen and a proven track record, he has propelled the expansion of retail ventures across the UAE and transformed educational institutions with innovative vision. As part of his educational mission, Siddique plays a pivotal role in shaping future-ready schools that blend technology, inclusivity, and global pedagogical standards. His leadership reflects deep commitment, confidence, and a bold pursuit of growth in both business and education sectors.
Asmal Ahmed serves as the Administrative Director (General Manager from 2017 to 2019, and Director since April 2019) at Woodlem Park Schools, one of Woodlem Education’s flagship institutions in the UAE. With over a decade of leadership experience and an MBA from Acharya Institute of Technology, Asmal expertly oversees school operations, governance, and strategic growth. He plays a key role in quality assurance, staff development, and sustaining educational standards across multiple campuses. Committed to innovation and inclusive education, Asmal collaborates closely with stakeholders to drive
transformational learning experiences and future-ready schools.
Dr. John Robert Brown brings over three decades of global educational leadership and teaching experience to Woodlem Education. He has held senior roles, including Director of Curriculum and Teaching at Tsinglan School, China; Principal Inspector for School Quality Assurance in Abu Dhabi; and Senior/Associate Inspector with the Dubai School Inspections Bureau, where he led over 100 school inspections and championed significant improvements in school quality.
A Doctor of Education from the University of Toronto, Dr. Brown has worked across Canada, the UAE, China, India, Switzerland, Brazil and Mexico. He has overseen curriculum design, teacher development, school accreditation and large-scale quality assurance initiatives. His career is marked by a deep commitment to raising school outcomes, supporting teachers’ professional growth and ensuring that all students receive high quality learning experiences.
In his role of Director of Education at Woodlem Education, Dr. Brown will lead the academic strategies, quality improvements and innovations across the group’s schools.