Principal's Blog
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...