Thursday
How public speaking CPD can benefit teachers
An international headteacher explains why he gets his staff to work with improvisation actors on their performance skills – even if it’s met with scepticism at first
International schools must live up to their promises
The international sector is seen as an investment opportunity, but the schools that will thrive are those that build trust with their parents and local communities – not those that simply rely on their brand, writes Federico Verri
Wednesday
The fall of Finland: what happened to the world’s ‘best’ schools?
Once considered one of the top education systems in the world, Finland’s performance in international league tables has recently taken a nosedive. But is this decline all that it seems? Ellen Peirson-Hagger investigates
Know thyself: how to assess your shortcomings and successes
One leader reflects on ways to identify your own weaknesses and strengths, to avoid stagnation at the top
Tuesday
The next PM should let education stick to the plan
A new prime minister could mean new priorities – but education has a vision that makes sense, says NAHT chief Paul Whiteman, so let’s see it through
Forfar Education picks up third school in Greece
The acquisition of Pagkrition School in Crete follows the recent addition of a private school in Rhodes to the group, and the launch of a British primary in Thessaloniki
My week as... principal of St George’s International School in Luxembourg
Zeba Clarke talks to Emma Seith about her ‘fundamental commitment’ to building ‘a happy school’ – and why this includes making time to teach every week
The view from Nigeria: teaching and leading in a rapidly growing nation
The international school scene in Nigeria is booming thanks to strong population growth. We speak with staff at schools across the country to find out what it’s like to live and work there
Monday
GEMS plans Georgia school opening for 2029
International group follows up Zanzibar school announcement with foray into Eastern Europe
International education champion defends Ofqual over teachers’ grades
Sir Steve Smith writes to international school associations praising the work of schools during the war in the Middle East, and apparently addressing concerns about Ofqual’s refusal to accept teacher-assessed grades
Could a broader mix of languages halt the decline of MFL?
GCSE entries data shows a big rise in ‘other modern languages’ – prompting calls for government to support schools to meet growing demand for qualifications in students’ home languages
We’re returning to pen and paper to combat smartphone fatigue
An international leader explains why they are now setting more homework that does not require any device use, and bringing back physical student planners
