- An experienced international school leader takes charge, bringing broad global experience and a proven record in school leadership.
- He will place strong focus on improving teaching quality, supporting teachers and strengthening student wellbeing.
- The school will emphasise academic learning, character development and preparing students for a global future.
The Australian International School in Singapore (AIS) has appointed Steve Lupton as its new Head of School, strengthening its leadership team with an experienced educator and international school leader. The announcement was made on 13 January 2026.
AIS is an IB World School serving children from two months to 18 years and is known for its close-knit international community. Mr Lupton brings decades of global education experience to the role. Most recently, he spent nearly nine years at Repton Abu Dhabi, where he held senior leadership positions. During his tenure, the school achieved an Outstanding rating from both British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspectors and the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK).
Before his time in the Middle East, Mr Lupton taught at Sydney Grammar School for more than eight years. He began his career in Australia as a Physical Education teacher and later led PE departments in the United Kingdom. A graduate of the Australian Institute of Sport, he draws strongly on his background in high-performance sport to shape his leadership style.
At AIS, Mr Lupton will focus on keeping learning at the centre of school life while building strong relationships across the community. His priorities include improving teaching quality, supporting professional development for teachers and expanding learning opportunities beyond the classroom.
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He is also committed to strengthening co-curricular programmes that promote resilience, teamwork and student wellbeing. Alongside academic excellence, he aims to foster an inclusive and supportive school culture where students feel confident, challenged and valued.
Mr Lupton succeeds Karrie Dietz, who served as Head of School for three years. AIS said the new appointment reflects its commitment to providing high-quality international education and preparing students to thrive in a global environment.
