by Dr Tania Blatti Leadership in international schools is not just about policies and procedures – it is about people. It is about creating a culture where learning thrives, where individuals feel valued, and where schools embody ethical, inclusive, and transformational leadership. Having worked across Australia, the UAE, South Korea, and China, I have experienced […]
by Gavin Kinch When I first started creating the school timetable, the Principal told me, “You must include every supervision duty and formal meeting on each teacher’s timetable as this makes it official.” While this isn’t entirely accurate, there is some truth to it. Without a written record, expectations can become ambiguous, leaving room for
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by Alissa Gouw Knowledge as Assets in Schools During one of the Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences (PSTC) at my school, one parent highlighted a veteran teacher who excelled at creating a supportive atmosphere during their conference. This teacher helped the parent and child easily understand the child’s progress and develop a clear plan for moving forward. Interestingly,
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by Tom Ferguson In our increasingly connected world, international schools have a responsibility not just to teach diversity but to model it in every aspect of school life, especially in hiring. A truly global education requires an equally diverse faculty, ensuring students engage with perspectives that challenge, enrich, and expand their worldview. However, achieving a
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by Sophie Muessenich We Always Talk About Creating a Safe Environment for Students – But What About Teachers? In education, we pour endless energy into ensuring students feel safe. We craft environments where they are encouraged to take risks, explore boldly, and express themselves without fear of failure. We know that without this safety, learning
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by Loretta Fernando-Smith I am an Educator I have been an educator for two and a half decades. I am a fourth-generation teacher; teaching is in my DNA. My mom recounts stories of four-year-old me standing on a lawn chair in the backyard, lecturing the trees. Changing Roles and Doubts For many years, I had
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by LYIS Sir Graham Henry is a remarkable individual by anyone’s account. His obsession with being the best he could be and wanting the best from others culminated in New Zealand recapturing the Rugby World Cup in 2011, after a wait of nearly twenty-five years. Many books have since been written about it – including a
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by Justin Kirby Understanding and responding to the needs of a diverse school community is central to building a thriving educational environment. For international schools, stakeholder engagement often becomes most visible during reaccreditation or organizational review cycles. Feedback is collected through surveys and focus groups, yet too often, this data is underutilized – employed only
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by Simon Johnson How does one not only transition into a leading boarding environment but also digest its culture and context and transform it into a thriving community of belonging? This question has followed me through three continents, shaping my professional journey as an educator and boarding leader. From the lush landscapes of New Zealand
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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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