After obtaining a BSc in Physics and Sports Science from Loughborough University, Sammy went on to complete a PGCE in Physics at the University of Nottingham in July 2013. Previously, he held the position of Head of Physics at GEMS Founders School Al Barsha in Dubai. Prior to that, he worked at Rashid School for Boys as Head of Physics. Sammy has been teaching for ten years, eight of which have been in the UAE.
Aside from his teaching career, Sammy enjoys participating in different sports and activities. Sammy has achieved some success in the sporting arena. He has represented Great Britain at the World University Games and the England Students Football Team, as well as the Sussex FA at senior and junior levels concurrently.