This relaxed, in-person launch event is designed for families across the Middle East who want to understand how Minerva Virtual Academy works in practice and meet the people behind the school.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Meet Hugh Viney (Founder & CEO) and Harry Allen (Vice Principal, Middle East)
• Hear directly from Hugh in a short CEO presentation on MVA’s vision and model
• Listen to current MVA students talk about their experience of online British schooling
• Understand how MVA supports students who need flexibility, structure, and a high-quality British education
• Learn how our mentor-led approach, small class sizes, and adaptive timetables work for families living busy, mobile, or international lives
• Explore how students progress academically while staying connected to a caring school community
• Enjoy age-appropriate activities for children while parents learn more
• Stay for lunch – it’s on us
• Ask any questions about admissions, pathways, timetables (including GST-friendly options), SEND support, elite athlete routines, and more

Whether you are researching alternatives to international school, looking to reduce commute time, or simply curious about how British online schooling works in practice, this event offers a clear, real-world view of what MVA provides for families in the Middle East.

This session is ideal for families in the Middle East who are looking for:

• A recognised British education (GCSEs & A Levels) delivered from anywhere
• Flexible timetables that work with sport, travel, performing arts, or family commitments
• A stable school experience for students who relocate frequently within the GCC
• Personalised mentoring to support wellbeing and academic progress
• A calm, student-centred approach that removes long commutes and overcrowded classrooms
• Dual-enrolment possibilities for students who want British qualifications alongside local schooling
• SEND-inclusive pathways, tailored to individual needs in a supportive environment

In this informal launch event, you’ll have time to speak with Hugh and Harry, hear from current students, discuss your child’s goals, and understand how MVA supports different kinds of GCC-based families – from elite athletes to high-achieving students, to young people who simply thrive better outside traditional schools.