Great induction workshops: WIAIBE
This June I am training IB workshop leaders in the five foundational IB workshops of What is an IB Education (WIAIBE): · The Learner Profile · Approaches to Learning · Beyond the...
Leading from the Middle: The Role of the MYP Coordinator
I’m currently facilitating a workshop with a group of programme coordinators from a wide range of schools. As we explore the demands of the role together, a recurring theme has emerged: the IB coordinator...
What to look for in a leader
What qualities are you looking for in a leader? Today, the qualities needed in leaders—whether heads of department or heads of school—go far beyond traditional management skills. Leadership today requires...
The journey starts here
Opening a school - what to consider? Building a school from the ground up brings a unique set of challenges. From governance and leadership to policy and culture, each layer requires thoughtful planning....
Reflections on an IB evaluation visit
I am very grateful to Leanne Gibbons, Impington Village College, UK, for sharing her experiences on a recent evaluation in this blog, and to Rebecca Pickard, author of the CP InThinking site, for allowing...
The DNA of Learning: Unpacking our school’s core principles
I have just returned from facilitating a regional IB workshop on Leading an IB Education, which was hosted at The International School of Prague. I always appreciate visiting schools; you can tell so...
How can school leaders navigate the future?
What leadership framework can help school leaders navigate choppy and changing waters? (Image generated by Ideogram) School leaders today have to face a myriad of challenges, especially in the context...
Navigating the shift: Supporting teachers new to the IB
This week, I had the opportunity to lead a Think-In workshop with a group of educators new to the International Baccalaureate (IB), including both teachers eager to understand IB teaching methods and...
Educational trends in 2025
In Educational trends in 2024 , I highlighted key educational trends such as Wellbeing, Nature-based learning, and Global Citizenship. Recently, Forbes published a blog outlining the educational trends...
A visit to Ethiopia
It is always a privilege to travel to facilitate an in-school workshop, offering the chance to share leadership experiences while immersing oneself in the richness of a new cultural context. This weekend,...