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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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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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
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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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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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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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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