Accreditation Preparation, Support, and Guidance
Support demystifying IB evaluation and authorization.
Support with document creation, policy development and making policies come to life. Yes actual living documents that teachers actually care, use and share ownership!
Support for multi-programme evaluations with CIS/WASC or alignment with national guidelines.
Selected IB Activity
Breakout session leader at IBAP Annual conference 2015 in Macau on Collaborative Planning
Upskillings – PYP Enhancements, PYP School Visit Team Member, PYP Leadership Workshops, Learning & Teaching for Conceptual Learning, PYP Reader & Consultant
Workshops Led – Evidencing Learning (Cat 2), Making Space for Learning (Cat 2), Your Exhibition (Cat 2), Concept Driven Learners (Cat 2), The Role of Language (Cat 3), Science Throughout the POI (Cat 3), Planning for Programme Evaluation (Cat 3) twice, PSPE Well-Being (Cat 3) – Facilitated Face to face, In school, Regional Workshops and Virtual modes
Selected Academic Achievements
IB Exchange Contributor – Unpacking the Learner Profile and Writing Conceptual Understandings with Students
Toddle International Education Summit TIES 2023 – Assessment and inquiry session host
Toddle International Education Summit TIES 2020 – Expert Panelist on dealing with a crisis
Breakout session leader at IBAP Annual conference 2015 in Macau – Collaborative Planning
Workshop leader at VTEC conference in Ho Chi Minh City 2015 – Google apps for education
Workshop leader at Google app for education summit 2014 – Digital Tools for Learning
Workshop leader at DUNIA (Indonesia IB network) Teachers’ Conference
- 2013 @ Global Jaya International School – Extraordinary Exhibition
- 2011 @ British International School Jakarta – Defining and Redefining Critical Thinking
Workshop leader at ANPS (Association of National Plus Schools) Teachers’ Conference:
- 2011 @ Sinarmas World Academy – Developing Literacy Strategies within the Classroom
Qualifications (attained)
CBCI (Concept Based Curriculum and Instruction) Workshop Leader and Teacher trainer at Haarlem August 2018 (8 days residential)
Post-Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary), Aberdeen University – 2007
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Environmental Geography, Aberdeen University – 2001
Qualifications (ongoing)
Jan 2021 – date (ongoing) Executive Master of Arts (EMA) in International Leadership & Change, The Education University of Hong Kong incorporating the IB certificate in Leadership practice & IB advanced certificate in leadership research.
Jan 2024 – Dec 2024 (infer) Certificate in Advanced Educational Leadership, Harvard Graduate School of Education
Referees and Testimonials
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Ms. N
A charismatic, humorous, and inclusive leader who brings people together through a collaborative, adaptable, and insightful approach to problem-solving.
Key skills: 1. A charismatic, humorous leader who brings diverse groups together with ease. 2. An inclusive and adaptable problem-solver respected for their collaborative approach. 3. This approachable, insightful school leader skillfully navigates challenges with wit and versatility.
Dean Johnson
Lives in the moment, appreciates complexity, notices the way forward.
Key skills: Listener, collaborator, learner
Lachie Ross
Neil’s passion for education is evident in his unwavering dedication to creating dynamic learning environments that empower both students and teachers to reach their full potential.
Key skills: Pedagogical Understanding, Pastural Care, Innovation in Curriculum
Julia Jacques-Eng
Nurture to flourish
Key skills: 1. Thinking flexibly 2. Collaboration. 3. Honest and open communication
J Tam
Neil is a delightful leader, blending humour, kindness, and unwavering support for his team—a true joy to collaborate with.
Key skills: Leadership, Interpersonal, Teamwork
Elaine
A visionary and respectful leader who is a true team player!
Key skills: Sense of humour, knowledgeable, ability to inspire greatness