MEET THE SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM








Mrs Elodie Vallantine
Executive Head
Mrs Elodie Vallantine
Executive Head
Elodie is a highly experienced and values-driven school leader with over 20 years of leadership experience in international and UK-based educational settings, including eight years as a Headteacher. She currently serves as the Executive Head of International School Seychelles (ISS), the longest-established private school in Seychelles, where she has led the school through significant strategic and academic improvements.
Elodie holds the prestigious National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH), obtained in the UK. She also holds a degree in English Language and Literature from Université Jean Moulin in France and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from the University of Roehampton, UK. Originally trained as a Modern Foreign Languages teacher, Elodie has taught, examined, and moderated English and French for UK examination boards since 2003 and has led numerous residential trips abroad. Her extensive teaching and leadership experience spans the UK National Curriculum, iGCSEs/GCSEs, and A-Levels, working with both UK and international students in non-selective schools.
In her various senior leadership roles, Elodie has led across a wide range of strategic areas, including Teaching and Learning, Strategic Planning, Safeguarding, Pastoral Care, Boarding, Co-Curriculum, Careers, Marketing and Admissions, Operations and Finance, HR, and Compliance. She is passionate about staff development and has a proven track record of enhancing organisational systems and outcomes.
Since joining ISS, Elodie has brought about transformative change. Under her leadership, ISS became the first school in Seychelles to achieve COBIS (Council of British International Schools) accreditation, a landmark achievement that has set a new national standard in quality assurance for international education. As a trained COBIS Peer Accreditor, Elodie also contributes her expertise to the wider international school community, supporting other schools in their improvement journeys.
Elodie’s tenure at ISS has seen marked improvements in academic outcomes and accountability, including the introduction of external benchmarking through standardised testing, enhanced use of external data measures, and a consistent upward trend in external examination results. She has fostered a culture of continuous improvement, transparency, and high expectations, aligning school development priorities with measurable outcomes that benefit students and staff alike.
Deeply committed to international education both professionally and personally, Elodie brings a global outlook and a strong belief in the power of inclusive, values-based learning. Her leadership is grounded in the core values of integrity and community, which she embodies in every aspect of her work—from safeguarding and governance to curriculum design and student wellbeing.
Beyond her professional life, Elodie is a dedicated volunteer. She is the Vice President of the Board of the Alliance Française in Seychelles and regularly takes part in local community initiatives such as orphanage visits and beach clean-ups. In the UK, she previously served as Chair of Governors and Safeguarding Governor for primary and infant schools, as well as Trustee for AEGIS (the Association for the Education and Guardianship of International Students) and Director of an Education Business Partnership.
Elodie’s career reflects her unwavering belief in the transformative power of education, her commitment to raising standards, and her passion for nurturing inclusive, high-achieving school communities that prepare students to thrive in an interconnected world.
Mr Lahiru Hettiarachchi
Finance and Operations Manager
Mr Lahiru Hettiarachchi
Finance and Operations Manager
Lahiru is an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ACA) with more than 13 years of experience in financial management, financial reporting, management accounting, taxation, audit. He has a Honours degree in Business Management specializing in Accounting from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura.Also he completed his chartered internship at the Ernest and Young Colombo.
Ms Millicent Songoro
Head of Primary
Ms Millicent Songoro
Head of Primary
Millicent is a dedicated educator with over 16 years of experience in international schools delivering the British National Curriculum. Since joining International School Seychelles in 2021, she has earned respect from students, staff, and parents through her calm, purposeful leadership and commitment to student success and wellbeing.
Before taking on the role of Acting Head of Primary, Millicent served as Year Lead and Leader of Learning, mentoring colleagues, supporting curriculum development, and contributing to key school initiatives, including COBIS accreditation. She is particularly passionate about inclusive teaching, tracking progress, and using data to meet learners’ needs.
Millicent is currently completing the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) to further develop her leadership expertise. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Kenyatta University, a PGCEi from University of Nottingham, and an NPQSL from the UK. Her leadership style is approachable and student-centred, and she is committed to fostering a supportive, high-achieving school environment.
Mrs Beverly Durand
Head of Inclusion and Safeguarding
Mrs Beverly Durand
Head of Inclusion and Safeguading
Beverly is an experienced educator and school leader with a strong focus on inclusion, safeguarding, student wellbeing and pastoral care. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and is currently completing the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH).
A qualified Art teacher, Beverly has developed extensive experience supporting young people both academically and personally.
In her previous roles, she served as Deputy Head of Secondary, Head of Sixth Form, Head of Art and Performing Arts, Head of Personal, Social and Development (PSD) and Careers, working closely with staff, students and families to promote wellbeing, personal development and positive pathways for the future.
As Head of Inclusion and Safeguarding at ISS, Beverly is committed to ensuring that every student feels safe, included, valued and respected. She believes that inclusion means recognising and celebrating individual differences, removing barriers to learning and providing every learner with the appropriate support and challenge to reach their potential.
Beverly is passionate about developing a strong whole-school culture of safeguarding, where every member of staff understands their responsibility to protect children and where students feel confident that they will be listened to and supported. She believes that safeguarding, inclusion and wellbeing are closely connected and should be at the heart of every child’s educational experience.
Her approach strongly reflects the values of ISS — particularly Community, Determination, Integrity, Optimism, Respect and Tolerance, and Responsibility. Beverly is committed to working collaboratively with staff, students and families to create an inclusive and caring environment where every child can thrive.
Mrs Doris Nourrice
Head of Welfare, Community and Partnerships
Mrs Doris Nourrice
Head of Welfare, Community and Partnerships
Doris Nourrice is the Head of Welfare, Community and Partnerships at International School Seychelles and a member of the Senior Leadership Team. With over 15 years of experience across state and private education, she brings extensive expertise in pastoral leadership, student wellbeing, community engagement and education.
Doris holds a Diploma in Arts Education and a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and is currently undertaking the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH), further developing her expertise in strategic and whole-school leadership. Since beginning her teaching career in 2009, she has taught at both primary and secondary levels and held a range of leadership positions, including Head of Cycle, Head of Department, Deputy Head Teacher and Acting Head of Secondary.
Since joining ISS in 2019, Doris has played a significant role in strengthening pastoral care and promoting an inclusive, supportive school culture. In her current whole-school role, she leads initiatives focused on student and staff welfare, community engagement and partnerships, helping to strengthen relationships across the school and with the wider Seychellois community.
Alongside her work in education, Doris is an accomplished professional visual artist whose work has been exhibited in Seychelles and internationally, including at the Seychelles Biennale, Creole Festival and Dubai Expo 2021.
Doris brings together creativity, empathy and educational leadership, with a strong commitment to ensuring that students and staff feel supported, valued and connected to their community.