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Principal's Blog

Leading Change in International Schools

by Joseph M. Cirelli As an educational leader, one of the most significant challenges that you will face is leading and implementing change within your school. Educational systems are complex, ...

Navigating the Challenges of Being a SENCO in the Middle East: Strategies for Success

by Carly Chilton Being a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) in the Middle East is both rewarding and challenging. This dynamic region, with its rich cultural diversity and varied ...

The Impact of The Arts on International School Education

by Sohipe Wang Imagine this: I’m at the Guangzhou Grand Theatre, soaking in the vibes of a spectacular musical. And guess what? One of my students owns the spotlight as an actress! It got me ...

How School Leaders can Recruit Better

by Dan Mchugh. International schools tend to have higher staff turnover than local schools. While retaining (good) staff is important, inevitably there comes a point when school leaders find ...


The Heart of Every Leader

by Hendri Mclntosh. As we have all come to a new school year, it is essential to reflect, anticipate new opportunities, influence others around you and cultivate new growth. We, as leaders, have the ...


There is a Culture in the Gap

by Lily Liu. The Educational Philosophies and Aspirations of the East and the West are Highly Consistent – To Make Individuals Become Better People. As the principal of an internationalized ...

An International Head’s Perspective on Recruitment and Retention in the UK

by Rob Ford. Summer Reflections This summer marked four years since I took the very difficult decision to leave the English state system and move fully to the international sector and take up my ...

Building a Strong School Culture in International Schools: Fostering Excellence and Identity in China

by Don Lyu. In the ever-evolving landscape of international education, the concept of school culture stands as a cornerstone. It not only defines the ethos of an institution but also lays the ...

What Do I Want For My Students in Their New School Year?

By Barry Cooper. Results  That’s the starting point, that’s the hygiene factor for any school principal, it’s not even a conversation. We want our students to get great results that reflect their ...