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The Role of Leaders in Schools Supporting Sustainable Student Action

Leave a Comment / Sustainability / By / January 19, 2025

by Julia Campbell-Ratcliffe Empowering students to run their own projects, and serving their communities is a key element in (international) education.
As leaders, we encourage our students to take action, to bring their learning to life in the real world.
These initiatives teach them skills that reach far beyond the curriculum and their time at …

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Redefining Leadership: A Year of Metacognitive Growth

Leave a Comment / Management / By / January 12, 2025

by Aprajita Ralli As I reflect on my journey as Principal of Sreenidhi International School this past year and a half, I find myself deeply moved by how the concept of leadership has evolved within me.
It’s no longer just about decision-making, guiding, or instructing – it’s about becoming more aware of my thinking and …

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The Role of HR

Leave a Comment / Human Resources / By / January 5, 2025

by Jing Li After seven years of work and study life in Leeds, UK, Jing Li started her career journey in international education by joining ULink Education in 2010.
Jing has served in various administrative roles within the organisation, including Head of Student Affairs, Head of HR, Board Chair Assistant, and Co-Principal.
In her current …

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Things We Lost In The Flood? Wellbeing Priorities In A Post-Crisis Situation

Leave a Comment / Wellbeing / By / December 21, 2024

by Gudrun Bjorg Ingimundardottir Gudrun is an international educator and school leader with experience in teaching and living on all continents except Antarctica (for now).
She has degrees from universities in France, Malaysia, and the UK, and plans for many more.
She is an English and French teacher at heart but is also passionate about …

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The Unsung Hero of School Leadership: The Power of Listening

Leave a Comment / Leaders / By / December 15, 2024

by LYIS When we think about school leadership, the usual suspects come to mind: vision, discipline, innovation, and maybe even a touch of charisma, that special ‘x factor’ that you can’t fake.
It is none of these I want to consider in this article but another crucial aspect that often gets overlooked, which can make …

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The Intersection of Play and Safety: Lessons from Anji County

Leave a Comment / Health&Safety / By / December 8, 2024

by Benjamin Derrick For children, the thrill of adventure hinges on one key ingredient: risk.
It’s this instinct that drives them to explore and embrace excitement through play.
Yet as parents and educators, we often grapple with the question: how do we keep our children safe while also allowing them the freedom to explore and …

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Unlocking Opportunity by Developing People: How Great International School Leaders Do it

Leave a Comment / Learning Centred Leadership / By / December 1, 2024

by André Double Context At the pinnacle of any leader’s career, is an ability to plan for succession – consistently developing leaders.
It isn’t easy, for it requires a leader to develop outstanding relationships, and build trust – both while consistently getting stuff done.
John Maxwell cites it as a consistent practice of ‘Level 5 …

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Leading an International School in Yangon: Rewards and Challenges

Leave a Comment / Leadership / By / November 24, 2024

by Amy Lucas Introduction Leading a new international school in Yangon, Myanmar, has been a journey filled with both immense opportunities and significant challenges.
As the country evolves on the global stage, there is an increasing demand for high-quality education that meets international standards while remaining accessible.
For educators driven by a vision to inspire …

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A Focus on Teacher Well-being: Reflection on an IB Framework

Leave a Comment / Wellbeing / By / November 17, 2024

by Chris Llewellyn Introduction: The Shift Toward Teacher Well-being Well-being, a catchphrase that influences discussions in all aspects of contemporary life.
In education, for years the lens has been squarely focused on our students and their learning needs.
One could argue that this lens has become hyper-focused on students, especially in the aftermath of the …

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Screen Time & Early Years Language: Key Insights for International Schools

Leave a Comment / Learning Centred Leadership / By / November 10, 2024

by Sue Atkins In today’s technology-driven world, screens have become a ubiquitous part of family life, offering both learning opportunities and challenges, especially for toddlers and young children.
A recent study by Dr.
Mary Brushe has raised concerns about the impact of screen time on toddler language development, highlighting how digital immersion may be replacing …

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