Dr. Tamar Demetradze

Founding Principal - Buckswood School Riyadh

As the Founding Head of Buckswood School Riyadh, Dr. Tamar is a visionary leader dedicated to shaping the future of international education. Her extensivebackground, which includes a PhD in English Philology and roles as a university educator and academic specialist, has provided her with deep expertise in curriculum development, teacher training, and educational planning. Dr. Tamar now channels this experience into leading the school's strategic development, embedding a culture of academic excellence and aligning it with the prestigious British curriculum and IB PYP framework. Dr. Tamar oversees the recruitment and development of teaching staff, implementing a modern and rigorous recruitment approach that ensures educators meet the school’s high standards and are fully aligned with its vision, values, and innovative educational practices. She is passionately committed to the Buckswood 12 Pillars philosophy, fostering a nurturing and forward-thinking environment where every child is inspired to grow into a confident, capable, and globally-minded learner.

Speaker Sessions

Leaders in Education 1499

سبتمبر 30 2026 | 12:10م - 1م

Teacher Recruitment and Retention in Saudi Arabia: Building Excellence in Vision 2030

Session Summary:

This session addresses critical recruitment and retention challenges facing Saudi Arabian schools as the Kingdom transforms its educational landscape under Vision 2030. Drawing on local market insights and international best practices, the presentation explores practical strategies for attracting, integrating, and retaining high-quality educators in Saudi Arabia's competitive education sector. Participants will examine cultural considerations, regulatory requirements, and innovative approaches to building sustainable teaching communities that support institutional excellence and national educational goals. Join this session to:

• Navigate Saudi education recruitment and master effective strategies for attracting international and local educators

• Design effective teacher integration to develop comprehensive onboarding programs that support cultural transition, professional mentoring, and community integration, accelerating new teacher effectiveness building long-term institutional commitment

• Implement retention best practices including career development pathways, professional learning communities, and recognition programs that align with educator expectations and Saudi cultural values while supporting Vision 2030 objectives