Meet the Team

Our leadership team is committed to delivering an American education rooted in academic excellence, innovation, financial and AI literacy, and strong character, preparing students to become curious, capable, and responsible global citizens.

Mr. Seif Sameh Habib

Chairman of St. Fatima Abbassia

As Chairman, Mr. Habib brings extensive experience in education. He is a board member of the long-established St. Fatima Group , known for over a decade of delivering high-quality, affordable education. Also he founded and launched one of the top American schools in the Egypt, Metropolitan School in New Cairo

Additionally, he serves as the CEO of the Higher Futures Institute and is a Board Member of a charitable senior housing project, reflecting his commitment to both education and social responsibility.

Mr. Fouad holds a bachelor's and master's degree from the University of Nantes, France, and is a graduate of the French University of Egypt. As a passionate educator and entrepreneur, he is dedicated to positioning St.Fatima International School as of the leading U.S. curriculum school in Egypt

Dr. Rafik Wagdy Louis

Chairman of St.Fatima School

Dr. Rafik Wagdy Louis is an accomplished education leader and academic with a career spanning institutional leadership, school ownership, and advisory work across Egypt and the United Kingdom. He currently serves as CEO of Advanced Academy El Haram and Partner at Saint Fatima Schools, where he drives strategic growth and academic excellence. Internationally, he serves as a Board Member and Educational Advisor at Holden Knight in the United Kingdom, contributing his expertise to cross-border educational initiatives.

Dr. Louis holds a PhD in Quality of Education from Ain Shams University, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and an MBA, both from the American University in Cairo. He also serves as an Assistant Professor in Quality of Education, bridging academic research with practical, on-the-ground school leadership.

Combining a business background with deep expertise in educational quality, Dr. Louis brings a rare dual perspective — grounding strategic and operational decisions in rigorous academic standards, and translating research into measurable improvements in school performance.

Haidy Wagdy Louis

Board Member

Haidy Wagdy Louis is an accomplished education leader and Board Member with nearly two decades of experience in school administration and institutional development. She has been an integral part of the administration of St. Fatima Schools since 2007, contributing to the school’s strategic growth, development, and continued pursuit of excellence.

Haidy holds a degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from the American University in Cairo (AUC), with double minors in Psychology and Business. Her multidisciplinary background brings together strategic communication, business insight, and a strong understanding of people and organizational development.

As a member of the Board, Haidy is committed to advancing the school’s long-term vision, strengthening its position as a leading educational institution, and fostering an environment that combines academic excellence, innovation, strong values, and holistic student development.

Ms. Shorouk Shabat

Principal & Head of School

Ms. Shabat is a senior educational leader with extensive experience in American international education, school development, and executive management. Her work has included establishing and leading American school divisions from the ground up, from academic planning and accreditation preparation to recruitment, operations, and long-term school development.

Ms. Shabat experience covers school strategy, curriculum and assessment, Cognia accreditation, faculty development, student achievement, and institutional growth. She brings a practical understanding of both the academic and operational demands involved in building and leading international schools.

Ms. Shorouk’s approach to leadership is clear and purposeful: set high standards, build capable teams, create sound systems, and keep students at the center of decision-making. Her focus is on developing schools that are academically strong, well led, and equipped for sustainable growth.