COBIS - Council of British International Schools

We are pleased to announce that Emma Coleman, Research lead and Emily Murphy Professional Development lead at Nord Anglia Education will be talking about unlocking collective intelligence and building cultures of thinking in schools at the 43rd COBIS Annual Conference. Hear from them: https://ow.ly/Gf0W50VnAEZ Find out more about COBIS Annual Conference and book your place here: https://ow.ly/cNT150VnAEY

Looking to enhance your teaching skills? The COBIS Programme for Early Career Teachers (CPECT) offers professional development and support for Early Career teachers in international schools, or any teachers eager to grow their practice. CPECT is ideal for those in formal induction or those seeking to develop further. Booking for 2025-26 now open: https://ow.ly/95jK50VnAva

We were delighted to officially launch the COBIS Student Council today! 20 talented students from 18 countries came together for our first meeting to discuss the power of student voice and what they hope to achieve. An incredibly inspiring group of students who will no doubt do great things! We look forward to working alongside these students in future. Jim Knight Colin Bell Alisa Delin Kirsty Smith Fiona Rogers Calvin Eden

One week left to nominate your students for a Student Achievement Award this year! Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate their fantastic accomplishments. Nominations close next Wednesday, 2 April. More info at https://ow.ly/A5UI50VnBmW

As university admissions evolve, understanding the key differences between the Digital SAT, ACT, and PSAT is essential for providing the best guidance to your students. Register for next week’s webinar led by the Millie Group here: https://lnkd.in/eyenGyRQ

Transforming Your School Team Culture from Frustration to Flow COBIS supporting associates, Making Stuff Better Ltd have answered the call from international school leaders. After receiving enthusiastic feedback from leaders who completed the "Prologue - An Introduction to Coach-Like Leadership" programme, MSB responded to a common request: "How can I bring these benefits to my whole team?" In response, they are now launching Prologue: Leading Teams - designed to integrate powerful coaching skills into team structures, meetings, and school communications at all levels. For school leaders ready to create environments where teams thrive and every member belongs, this programme offers concrete pathways to connection and empowerment. Prologue: Leading Teams is available as a standalone solution or an entry point to MSB's fully accredited coach training pathway. Take your first step toward truly united, purposeful teams and find out about their next cohorts starting in April and May at: https://lnkd.in/eRQ85F7v #InternationalEducation #LeadershipDevelopment #SchoolCulture

Well done to Kunhee from Reigate Grammar School Riyadh the KS2 winner of the COBIS Art Competition 2025! This charming painting captures the essence of a magical moment where a young boy is lost in the pages of a book: “The use of light and strong layering of vibrant colour creates a mesmerising sense of luminosity” – 2025 Judge. A full list of the winners and runners-up from this year’s competition can be found on our website :https://ow.ly/RVE350VnzIf

FFT Education are hosting an exclusive, online 45-minute live webinar designed specifically for British international schools on 26th March at 9am (GMT). To book your place, visit the event sign up page here:?https://lnkd.in/eFMgMYVT

Book your place now to improve your #safeguarding knowledge and skills with this DSL training, delivered by The Safeguarding Alliance 29 April: https://ow.ly/1fo850Vnz8e

We’re excited to welcome Multinational School Bahrain to the COBIS network. As a COBIS Member, they are now part of a global community committed to supporting high-quality education, and are bringing to life the COBIS vision to reach and connect all British international schools around the world. "Joining COBIS marks a significant milestone for Multinational School Bahrain, reinforcing our commitment to delivering high-quality British international education. This affiliation connects us with a global network of excellence, enabling us to enhance professional development, share best practices, and provide our students with even greater opportunities for success." Ola Abu Zaroor, Principal, Multinational School Bahrain. Fiona Cottam FCCT Natasha Hilton Simon O'Connor FCCT Dr Steffen Sommer David Tongue Kai Vacher