Why start an international school partnership?
🤝 Boosts understanding across cultures
🗣️ Enhances language learning
🎓 Engages pupils in exciting ways
📚 Reinforces existing projects
📈 Improves learner outcomes
Find out more: https://t.co/0nO0vMTZQJ
The white paper published today reflects many of the priorities DofE has championed in the enrichment space. We look forward to working with Government to turn these ambitions into real opportunities for all young people.
@JKolota@BifieldJonathan@TrinityAcademyL I hope to meet you one day too. My previous line manager has visited your school last year and she sang praises about the EAL provision in there. :)
DofE digital badges have arrived 📬
If you, or someone you know has achieved their Award and has an active account – you can now download a verified badge which can be added to CVs, applications and LinkedIn (if you’re over 16)
Read more on the links below:
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Congratulations to many of our DofE Leaders who have been awarded a new year's honour, for all their hard work and dedication supporting young people 🎉
We’re so proud!
Give a shout out to any leader who has helped you on your DofE journey, in the comments below ✏️
In yesterday’s challenge, our team had to think fast as vital equipment began floating away in a river. Quick decision-making, teamwork, and improvisation were key to securing all resources. A great test of resilience and problem-solving in action. @CommandoJoes
We’re recruiting Young Interpreters.
Learn something new, support new starters, and become a student leader. Complete a qualified course and earn 2 badges: Young Interpreter + your home country flag.
See Mrs Fercsi in O3 for more info.
@YIScheme #AcceptTheChallenge
Brief recommendations for teachers to implement with Multilingual Learners.
📈 2 – Progress Isn’t Always Visible
“It might show up as better note-taking, clearer answers, or a greater willingness to speak. Notice it. Give the student precise praise for these actions!”
Brief suggestions for teachers:
🎒 Day 1 – Names Matter
Learn how to pronounce your students’ names correctly. Ask them to teach you, practise saying it, and keep checking. A name is identity and respect—getting it right helps students feel seen, valued, and welcome.”
Mrs Fercis just had to share this when she saw this post,
“So proud of Yodit. She joined us in of September as our only Tigrinya-speaking student, and her progress has been remarkable. She reads in the library every lunchtime and is always eager to learn.” #proud#resilient#wah
Our second Young Interpreters group this academic year has completed their training and is now ready to take on their student leadership roles. It’s great to see them confidently and happily wearing their new badges as they begin supporting others across the school! @YIScheme
Yesterday we returned to analyse the results of our water-purification experiment. Our students — and the system they built — achieved impressive outcomes. Clear water and strong scientific thinking on display. A top @CommandoJoes and HG effort.🔍🫗
With our science technicians leading the mission, students took on an exciting challenge—purifying muddy water using cotton buds, sand and activated charcoal. A great display of Harper Values throughout. Looking forward to seeing the results next week! @CommandoJoes#STEM
When someone gets hurt on an expedition, you never leave them behind. Yesterday’s mission was all about teamwork — we worked together to build a makeshift stretcher and move as one. @CommandoJoes#teamwork