Nord Anglia Education Taps LEGO Education Executive as Chief Learning Officer
Event summary
- Nord Anglia Education appoints Bo Stjerne Thomsen, PhD, as Chief Learning Officer effective October 1, 2026.
- Thomsen joins from LEGO Education, where he led global educational impact initiatives.
- Appointment aligns with Nord Anglia's strategy to integrate AI and learning science into its global network of 90 schools across 37 countries.
- Thomsen will oversee global education strategy, scaling best practices, and developing approaches to emerging technologies.
The big picture
Nord Anglia's appointment of Thomsen underscores the growing emphasis on learning science and AI integration in education. As AI reshapes classrooms and workplaces, the move positions Nord Anglia to develop critical student capabilities, including collaboration, curiosity, and creativity. With over 100,000 students across 37 countries, the organization aims to leverage Thomsen's expertise to enhance its global education strategy and stay ahead in the competitive international schools market.
What we're watching
- AI Integration
- How Nord Anglia will balance technical fluency with human skills development in its curriculum.
- Strategic Scaling
- Whether Thomsen can effectively translate research into scalable practices across Nord Anglia's global network.
- Competitive Positioning
- The pace at which Nord Anglia can differentiate itself in the premium international schools market through learning science.