PALMA
School Leadership Team
Matthew Schulte
Head of School
Originally from Melbourne, Australia, where I completed my schooling and undergraduate/master's studies, before venturing out into the world. I have always had an adventurous spirit and desire to explore, so after a few years of teaching in Victorian public schools, it was time to venture out into the big wide world. Having since worked in Melbourne, Sweden, Switzerland, and most recently Hong Kong, as well as visiting over 60 different countries during my personal and professional travels, I count myself extremely fortunate. Learning about differing people, places and cultures is my greatest passion and is something that guides my work in education. When not in school, you would likely find me with my wife and friends out in nature either hiking, surfing, climbing, or planning our next overseas adventure.
Ryan Pothier
Curriculum Coordinator
Ryan Pothier was raised in a picturesque village nestled along the coastline of Nova Scotia, Canada, where the ocean and forest served as his playground. With a passion for education deeply ingrained in his upbringing, Ryan embarked on his teaching journey from a young age, fostering young minds through sports camps, summer programs, and coaching endeavors.Ryan’s teaching ethos is defined by authentic connections, personalized learning experiences, and a commitment to holistic student development. He envisions RWIS as a beacon of educational excellence, a place where learners thrive academically and socially, empowered to make meaningful contributions to society.
Katie Burns
Student Life Coordinator
Katie is a passionate and qualified infant and primary teacher from the UK. After several years of living and teaching in other countries, she and her husband settled in Valencia, Spain, fourteen years ago and for the last 2 and a half years, they have lived in Palma de Mallorca. She is very passionate about personal development, and her goal has always been to bring children to take responsibility for themselves, their own learning, and issues in the world around them, and to give them the knowledge, tools and mindset through enjoyable and engaging learning experiences to be able to do that.
Louise Cook
Business & Operations Manager
Originally from Belfast, Louise spent her childhood in an education focused environment. Her family motto was: “many things in life come and go, but your education remains with you forever”. Following this advice, she gained a BA (Hons) degree in European Studies with French, an MSc in Human Resources and Business and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. This strong educational background has formed the basis of her ability to assimilate, adapt and utilise information quickly, as well as her lifelong interest in learning.