International Schools Blog

Which stories should be told? This is the key question linked to the concept of “significance” in the new IB DP History Subject Guide.

What is computer science and why does it matter? Explore why this subject deserves to be a core part of any international curriculum.

Inquiry cycles rooted in conceptual learning are a hallmark of International Baccalaureate pedagogy. The new IB Diploma Programme History course elevates the importance of concepts. It uses an interconnected framework of four conceptual lenses to help students construct meaning about the past.

When marketing your international school to prospective families, your exam board can be a strategic partner. Find out how in this article.

Gen Alpha slang is everywhere – including the classroom. Stay in the loop with our clear, practical guide to understanding the latest student language and culture. [Ed: Oh boy, do we feel old...]

IB DP History teachers are currently faced with exciting dilemmas following publication of the new Subject Guide in early February 2026. Samuel J Richards, Head of Social Sciences at the International School of Kenya in Nairobi explains more.

Pearson Edexcel international qualifications are recognised and accepted for entry by universities all over the world. Each year, we conduct a survey among international school leavers to understand where their Pearson Edexcel international qualifications are taking them. 

Used with care, AI tools can enhance, not eliminate independent learning. We take a look at Gemini’s Guided Learning and ChatGPT’s Study mode to see how.

Schools are facing a teacher burnout crisis. Explore how professional coaching can alleviate the issue and improve efficiency, retention and educational standards.

Katharine Radice, education consultant and author of 'Exam Stress – A Practical and Positive Guide for Teachers' and 'A Parent’s Guide to Exam Stress: Practical, positive ways to support and motivate your child', explains how by partnering with parents, educators can enable better outcomes.