Anthony Millward brings three decades of experience in education, including leadership roles across elementary, middle, and secondary levels. Throughout his career, he has focused on supporting schools in their development and continuous improvement. At NYA, his role will center on guiding the school’s future growth and development as it plans for expansion and a new campus.
He has extensive experience with international curricula, including IBO, IGCSE, and various national programs. His leadership background spans government and state education systems, private educational organizations, and NGO initiatives. His professional journey has taken him to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the U.K., Sweden, Kenya, Namibia, Thailand, Nepal, China, and India.
Anthony began his career as a primary school teacher and progressed into senior leadership positions overseeing education from Pre-K through tertiary levels. His roles have included CEO, Director, Principal, School Inspector, Teacher Trainer, and Education Consultant. He trained and certified as a teacher at the Auckland College of Education in New Zealand. He holds an MA in Leading Innovation and Change from York St John University in the U.K., along with a Certificate in Executive Coaching from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. He also completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Business through MIT Sloan and Columbia Business School in the U.S.A.
His commitment remains focused on fostering educational innovation while maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence for all students. He emphasizes ensuring strong achievement outcomes and a continued dedication to quality learning.
A New Zealander by origin, Anthony currently resides in Cape Town, South Africa, with his wife and young son. His home is shared with 15 horses, 4 dogs, several chickens, and a visiting family of porcupines. His personal interests include family life, health and fitness, and sports.