Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Training
Representative Honours & Athletic Achievements
Timeline
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Nigel Kirkby

Nigel Kirkby

Freeport

Summary

Innovative and highly experienced international educator with over 35 years of progressive leadership in Physical Education and school management. Proven expertise in curriculum development, whole-school leadership, and extracurricular program enhancement. A dynamic team leader with a strong background in international accreditation, student engagement, and sports coaching at all levels. Known for cultivating inclusive, active school cultures and fostering student excellence on and off the field.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of Secondary School

Lucaya International School
01.2023 - Current

Head of Physical Education

Lucaya International School
01.2005 - Current

Acting Director

Lucaya International School
01.2010 - 01.2010

Head of Primary School Physical Education

Bishop Michael Eldon School
01.2003 - 01.2005

Joint Head of Physical Education

Walter Parker Primary School
01.1996 - 01.2001

Head of Primary Physical Education

St. Andrews School
01.1993 - 01.1996

Teacher of Physical Education, Geography & Graphics

St. Andrews School
01.1990 - 01.1993

Teacher of PE & PSHE, Duke of Edinburgh Coordinator

Shenfield School
01.1988 - 01.1990

Education

BA (Hons) - Physiology & Psychology

Leeds Metropolitan University

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Physical Education & Science

Skills

  • Curriculum Development: Designed and implemented PE curricula tailored for IB and British international frameworks
  • Whole-School Leadership: Served in executive roles with responsibility for academic programs, staff appraisals, and behavior/pastoral systems
  • Extracurricular Excellence: Organized and coached multiple championship-winning school teams in rugby, football, and basketball
  • Event Leadership: Led Outdoor Education residentials, international school sports tournaments, and Duke of Edinburgh expeditions

Certification

  • Certified in multiple coaching and officiating disciplines including Rugby, Soccer, Basketball, Track & Field
  • Certified First Aid (St. John's) & Bronze Medallion – Water Safety

References

Available upon request

Accomplishments

  • Led the Secondary School through successful international accreditation reviews (IB, ECIS)
  • Oversaw staff recruitment, professional development, and curriculum innovation
  • Spearheaded school-wide well-being and extracurricular strategy, increasing student participation rates
  • Introduced inclusive Physical Education programming across Primary and Secondary divisions

Affiliations

  • NACACTFCA – North American, Central American and Caribbean Track & Field Coaches Association
  • ECIS Accreditation Committees – Physical Education & Pre-Secondary Divisions

Training

  • Coaching Licenses: RFU, FA, EBBA, BAGA, AAA, ESBA, BTFA
  • Leadership Training: Mountain Leadership (Summer, Winter, Advanced), Ski Trip Organization I & II
  • ICT Competency: Skilled in educational software, databases, and digital curriculum tools (Mac & PC)

Representative Honours & Athletic Achievements

  • International: Bahamas National Rugby Union (7s & XVs), Most Valuable Player – Bahamas RFU (1995)
  • University-Level: Rugby, Basketball, Rugby League, Hockey, and Soccer teams – Leeds Metropolitan University
  • National: British Polytechnic Sports Association – Rugby League Representative (1985/86 & 1987/88)

Timeline

Head of Secondary School

Lucaya International School
01.2023 - Current

Acting Director

Lucaya International School
01.2010 - 01.2010

Head of Physical Education

Lucaya International School
01.2005 - Current

Head of Primary School Physical Education

Bishop Michael Eldon School
01.2003 - 01.2005

Joint Head of Physical Education

Walter Parker Primary School
01.1996 - 01.2001

Head of Primary Physical Education

St. Andrews School
01.1993 - 01.1996

Teacher of Physical Education, Geography & Graphics

St. Andrews School
01.1990 - 01.1993

Teacher of PE & PSHE, Duke of Edinburgh Coordinator

Shenfield School
01.1988 - 01.1990

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Physical Education & Science

BA (Hons) - Physiology & Psychology

Leeds Metropolitan University
Nigel Kirkby