Durham/British Council 11 July 2018  

. The core purpose of The core purpose of the British Council’s work with school systems is to enrich and improve teaching and learning -Broadening horizons through knowledge and opportunities for people to flourish, thrive and grow www.britishcouncil.org

British Council The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities We create friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and other countries. We do this by making a positive contribution to the UK and the countries we work with – changing lives by creating opportunities, building connections and engendering trust. This enhances the security, prosperity and influence of the UK and in so doing helps make the world a better safer place www.britishcouncil.org

British Council work with schools We develop friendly knowledge and understanding and are driven by valuing people, integrity, mutuality, creativity and professionalism/encourage schools to make partnerships Benefits for Learners -improve reading/writing/communication/motivation/ICT Benefits for Teachers -CPD/content/knowledge of countries/cultures/religions Benefits for Schools -stimulate curriculum/meet wider objectives/build capacity Benefits for the wider community -relationships with parents/LAs/transition/businesses Languages for the Future We want to promote lang learning as a key skill And lang and intercultural at the heart of the curriculumj

British Council can… -reciprocal visits to partner schools overseas Help you find a partner school overseas and potential funding Support you in developing a successful international partnership Give you access to online resources and project spaces Give you professional development opportunities (both online and face-to-face) Provide you with a Language Assistant Support global learning through Connecting Classrooms: Connecting Classrooms 4 : 2018 – 2021 -Grants for CPD -pupil projects focussing on SDGs -supply cover for cluster co-ordinators -international school partnerships -reciprocal visits to partner schools overseas

confident global citizen thirst for knowledge creative makes connections questioning communicates well confident global citizen thirst for knowledge curious generates ideas Multi lingual perseveres listens and reflects critical self-editing skilled shaper literate willing to have a go thinks for themselves shows initiative gets on well with others makes a difference acts with integrity self-esteem ‘can do’ attitude learns from mistakes independent The Qualifications and Curriculum Development Agency - the government agency responsible for developing the curriculum in England - did some research and came up with these characteristics. And we - the British Council – tested these characteristics with educators in some of the countries in which we work. So how do we help young people to develop these characteristics? How do we prepare them to become global citizens? We believe that this is where partnerships between schools and school systems play an important role. 6 6

British Council International School Award ‘a major mark of excellence in this field ; the Award provides a powerful and motivational whole school framework around which to build and develop a range of international work which has depth and impact’ A pilot programme in 1998 with the first Award recipients in 1999 India were the first country outside the UK to adopt the programme in 2003 with Sri Lanka in 2005 In response to schools, three levels (Foundation/Intermediate/Full) introduced in 2006 Largest schools event in UK in 2009 with nearly 1000 schools accredited for the 10th anniversary of the programme ‘The ISA helps you not just to think about yourself but to think about other people around the world’ ‘When you talk to students about their place in the world and they get to explore different communities and different cultures that’s when they really come alive’ www.britishcouncil.org

Thanks and introductions

Agenda What is the International School Award? What are the benefits? 3 Levels of Recognition Foundation + Intermediate Accreditation + Reaccreditation Design your international activity What support is available?

What is the British Council International School Award? prepares young people for life in a global society by increasing their understanding of other countries and cultures provides a motivational framework for teachers to develop themselves professionally and plan and embed international work throughout the school recognises a school’s commitment to developing global citizenship in young people, and gives opportunities to raise the schools’ profile through local and national media. Funding: the award does not provide funding but provides recognition of the international work As mentioned in the Impact Evaluation: ‘The international work that we do is not with an eye on achieving the award, although we are proud of status. Rather, we believe very strongly that a world class curriculum has to have a deep-seated international ethos.’ It links nicely with other BC international school programmes such as Erasmus+ or eTwinning

What are the benefits? Printed certificate of achievement School Award Mark (Accreditation and Reaccreditation only, valid for 3 years) Media pack including press release template International activity expert feedback + on-going support and advice Schools Online newsletter

OFSTED ‘During the last week of the Summer term, we were visited by Ofsted! We received an outstanding grade, in all areas. ‘Global Citizenship’ including International links, was graded as ‘exceptional’ and ‘outstanding.' Ladybarn PS

3 Levels of Recognition Foundation certificate (does NOT expire) Intermediate certificate Accreditation certificate (in order to retain the status a school needs to reapply during its 3rd year of accreditation)

Foundation Beginning the journey into the international work, looking to establish partnerships and introducing global themes to the classroom - at least 1 International activity Retrospective award

Intermediate Enriching education, encouraging global citizenship, established partners overseas, worked on collaborative projects with them, shared practise - at least 3 International activities - at least 1 activity with a partner overseas Retrospective award

Foundation + Intermediate: Application process NO deadline Retrospective award - international activities where at least a part of the activity took place within the past 12 months from the date of submission.

Accreditation Embedded international learning and fostered a culture of global citizenship - at least 7 International activities - at least 3 activities with a partner/s overseas - at least 1 language learning activity - a whole school approach 2 step application process (forward heading)

Reaccreditation Reaccreditation will have not only embedded but also disseminated its international learning to other schools. - at least 7 International activities - at least 3 activities with a partner/s overseas - at least 1 language learning activity - a whole school approach - Ambassadorial role - supports other schools with international work

Accreditation + Reaccreditation: Application process 1. Step Statement of Intent (throughout the academic year) - shortcut OR Action Plan – if feedback required 2. Step Impact Evaluation (deadline: 15 July 2018)

International Activity international focus (eg eTwinning, Erasmus+) classroom based activities spread throughout the whole academic year show awareness of other cultures and countries broad range of subjects / age ranges majority of young people involved a collaboration between your pupils and teachers with overseas partner/s showing exchange of information between both parties (Intermediate, Accreditation levels only) should have an international focus (eTwinning, Erasmus Plus, etc.) must be part of genuine classroom activity that relates to a national or local curriculum and should take place during normal lesson time and activities should be spread throughout the whole academic year must encourage young people to show awareness of other cultures and countries must include a broad range of subjects and should encourage overall involvement by the majority of young people in the school over the time of accreditation (3 years). should be based on a collaboration between your pupils and teachers with overseas partner/s showing exchange of information between both parties (Intermediate, Accreditation levels only)

Get in touch ISA team 020 7389 4620 / isa@britishcouncil.org https://schoolsonline.britishcouncil.org

Why is this important?... 94% of UK teachers feel that schools should prepare students to deal with a fast changing and globalised world 80% of teachers agree that thinking about how teaching contributes to making the world a better place motivates them to stay in teaching 78% of students think it is important that schools help them understand what people can do to make the world a better place 93% of UK businesses think it is important for schools to help young people develop the ability to think globally Knowledge and awareness of the wider world is more important to employers than A levels or class of degree 75% of UK businesses think we are in danger of being left behind by emerging countries unless young people learn to think more globally (research by MORI / Think Global)

Resources Language Trends 2018 (over 1400 schools surveyed) -decline in numbers in England taking languages -widening gap based on socio-economic background of pupils -lower ability pupils less likely to take languages GCSE -boys less likely to take a language than girls -Spanish on track to become most taught language in schools https://schoolsonline.britishcouncil.org/professional-development https://schoolsonline.britishcouncil.org/accreditation-and- awards/International-School-Award https://vimeo.com/67292715 www.britishcouncil.org

Encourage cultural understanding and mutually empowering relationships Over 75,000 schools across the globe are involved in British Council Schools Online Framework for developing international work, increased motivation, an enriched curriculum, a whole school ethos with a broad and rich range of international work and positive PR-local / national media coverage Recognition, celebration and development of staff and students supporting intercultural dialogue Differences exist so we seek to develop understanding between people with diverse opinions, viewpoints and values Schools and educators share a common vision in helping to better understand and protect the planet and our inter-dependencies and connections Encourage cultural understanding and mutually empowering relationships Examine values, attitudes and develop skills to combat prejudice and promote self esteem Provide focus for learning; ‘there are no passengers on planet earth; we are all crew’ OFSTED-’social, moral, spiritual, cultural’ requirement and exploring British values

confidence compassionate enterprising resilient curious principled Country histories… Different faiths and religions Famous figures around the world Climate change Maths around the world World music, art, drama and dance World sculptures World Dance Rivers around the world World flora and fauna Where do our clothes come from? Cultural Physical Scientific Successful learner Confident individual Responsible citizen THE LEARNING TREE-GLOBALLY MINDED STUDENTS Research skills Functional skills Learning skills Social skills Thinking Skills confidence compassionate enterprising resilient curious principled

British Council Schools Online www.britishcouncil.org/schoolsonline

Why get involved in this?... ‘embed the ethos of global activities into school life; develop links’ ‘giving recognition to the importance of developing internationalism and impetus for future development’ ‘to celebrate the different cultures and backgrounds of our school community’ ‘to widen our pupils understanding of the world and the opportunities for them to contribute towards a better, safer planet-to respect themselves and others’ ‘learning extended and greater awareness amongst governors and parents’ ‘the staff work together and enjoy the inclusion and variety of this work’ ‘it enables us to audit our existing activities and plan for development’ ‘one of the best things I’ve been involved in-inspiration from international colleagues’ ‘motivation of pupils towards MFL learning’ ‘commitment to develop international citizens; relationships with global neighbours’ ‘all schools should be doing this – a brilliant idea to enrich our school and wider community with some great innovative and creative teaching and learning’

John Rolfe john.rolfe@britishcouncil.org 07817 365805 www.britishcouncil.org/schoolsonline www.britishcouncil.org