Gareth has played a pivotal role in at the highest levels for the Cayman Islands holistic education transformation process.  This is a clear demonstration of how the inclusive concept to education transformation can lead to unprecedented results.

Working closely with the Minister of Education, Gareth has been directly involved with every stage of the transformation process; from the strategic planning at the inception of the venture, through to the ongoing implementation phases.  

In his capacity as Strategic Advisor, he has regularly travelled with the Minister to education related conferences and events held locally, regionally and internationally, and is frequently called upon to support the Minister in the Legislative Assembly by delivering presentations to the Cabinet and elected members of the House.

Gareth with, (from l - r), His Excellency the Governor, Permanent Secretary, Hon. Minister of Education and the Hon. Leader of Government Business.

By reporting directly to the Permanent Secretary and working closely with the Chief Education Officer, Gareth is at the forefront of day to day decision-making, and intimately involved with the implementation of targeted programmes and initiatives.  

Committed to consultation, communication and professional development, Gareth is a firm believer that the most effective way forward is to fully engage all those involved - from students, parents, teachers, administrative authorities and the wider community - from the very start of any assignment.

Key achievements on the Cayman Islands national transformation journey

In 2005, Gareth organised, facilitated and chaired the Cayman Islands first ever National education conference, which has since become an annual event and remains the largest forum for educators to gather, interact with each other, and share best practices.

The initial two day conference of 750 delegates encouraged brutally honest feedback from all stakeholders in education and was the first step of the journey to totally transform education in the Cayman Islands. 

Following the conference, as one of a team of four he co-wrote the "National Consensus of the Future of Education in the Cayman Islands" which has served as the Cayman Islands bluprint for change. This document was debated and unanimously passed by all of the elected members in the Legislative Assembly.