Harbi has three decades of teaching experience, of which twenty years have been in the Independent Sector. Having joined Gateway School in 2018 as Head of Mathematics, she was also specialist Maths teacher across Years 5 and 6, overseeing the 11+ process. Harbi was appointed as Head of Seniors in 2019 before assuming a Senior Leadership role as Head of Upper School in 2022. Her commitment to preparing students for Senior School exams is evident through her Study Skills lessons, which begin in Year 4. As part of Harbi’s role, she continues to teach Maths to Year 5 and is Head of Assessment, monitoring attainment and progress across the school.
Prior to joining Gateway, Harbi held a Senior Leadership position at St Bernard’s Prep and as specialist Maths teacher at Eton End School, for Years 4 to 6. These roles provided her with extensive experience in the 11+ process and a deep understanding of Independent School education. Previously, Harbi was Head of Curriculum and Assessment in Ealing in a Senior Leadership role, honing the school’s teaching and learning provision. Prior to coming into teaching, Harbi worked for the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) as a Test Developer and continued to write and publish test questions for many years thereafter.
Harbi was educated at the University of Reading and holds a BEd. (Hons) with a speciality in Mathematics. Harbi believes in fostering a strong educational foundation for students through high standards and supportive teaching. She values continuous learning and dedication, as well as a healthy, balanced lifestyle, both professionally and personally.
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