ECIS Intentionally Small Schools Webinar – Small School, Many Hats. The Intentionally Small Schools Leadership Check-In: 17 September 2026

Alison Stark is Head of Secondary at the International School Breda, an intentionally small international school located in the south of the Netherlands.As an educator, Alison has spent the last 20 years building her experience in teaching (English and TOK), student mentoring, university counselling, and leadership. Alison is passionate about promoting global citizenship and ensuring that students develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world.

To Alison, a small school means close links between students, parents and the community, which in turn provides opportunities for individual, student-centered approaches to teaching and learning. She firmly believes that building a professional, human relationship with students based on shared values allows them to grow and learn, and this approach is something she and her team are proud to champion. Alison holds a Masters of Education and postgraduate qualification in school leadership. She is currently focusing on strengthening the supportive and inclusive learning environment at the International School Breda and is taking part in the ECIS DEIJ Circle programme