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David Strange

David Strange is a Founding Middle School Headteacher and Whole School Designated Safeguarding Lead in Doha, Qatar. 

He previously worked in the UK for 19 years in various senior leadership roles, and across these settings has continuously held the role of DSL since 2014.

All articles by David Strange
Safeguarding: is your school’s DSL getting the support they need?
The remit of the DSL has grown exponentially in recent years but the staffing, training and authority given to the role have barely changed, writes experienced safeguarding leader David Strange
General
3 July 2026
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