James BattenAssistant Principal for Digital Strategy at Rashid and Latifa SchoolSpeaker
Profile
James Stephen Batten is Assistant Principal for Digital Strategy at Rashid and Latifa School in Dubai, where he leads the development of digital innovation, artificial intelligence integration and future-focused learning across the school. With extensive experience in international and UK education systems, James previously served as Head of Digital Strategy for a 27-school Multi-Academy Trust, driving large-scale transformation in curriculum, infrastructure and digital culture.
His work focuses on equipping students, staff and leaders with the knowledge, skills and critical understanding needed to navigate an AI-driven world. He is particularly interested in the intersection of technology, ethics and education, and in designing practical approaches to responsible AI use in schools.
James contributes to wider educational dialogue through leadership frameworks, policy development and collaborations with organisations such as Rethinking Schools UK.