Introducing the ICA Teacher Awards 2025 Finalists

Following a highly competitive judging process, we’re delighted to announce this year’s finalists for the ICA Teacher Awards!

This year brought an exceptional response, with inspiring entries from peer nominations around the globe.  Our finalists have been selected for their dedication, innovation and profound impact on global education, reflecting our rigorous judging criteria and core ICA values. We’re thrilled to celebrate another remarkable group of educators who embody our mission of advancing progress and collaboration in education worldwide.

Our 2025 finalists are:

Best Newcomer of the Year Award

• Nandita Mathur, Healthy Planet TGA School
• Deepti Sharma, Nehru World School
• Logan Aguiar, Chatmore International School
• Yusuf Arimatea Neno, Kinderstation School

Community Engagement Award

• Parmeet Kaur Jindal, Nehru World School
• Amb. Dr Manasseh U. Ejim, RA International School – Bonny Island
• Arlene A. Toquero, Seri Mulia Sarjana School

IEYC Teacher of the Year

• Swaranjali Masih, Healthy Planet TGA School
• Parul Sudhir, Seth Anandram Jaipuria School
• Satakshi Agrawal, Nehru World School
• Boomni Rejoice Aholu, RA International School – Bonny Island
• Arlene A. Toquero, Seri Mulia Sarjana School

IPC Teacher of the Year

• Olusegun Adeniyi, RA International School – Bonny Island
• Angelique Tee, Hope International Academy Okinawa
• Dk. Fatimah Pg. Sulaiman, Seri Mulia Sarjana School
• Anastasia O’Hare – Shanghai United International School – Shangyin Campus

IMYC Teacher of the Year

There was a clear standout winner for this category, who we’ll be announcing at the International Curriculum Conference in Bali on 17 October!

Leader of the Year

• Radhika Sharma, Nehru World School
• Jolinda Groothedde, Holland International School
• Oluyemisi Christiana Aluko, RA International School – Bonny Island
• Kabila Rawat, Seth Anandram Jaipuria School

Team of the Year

• North Zealand International School
• Sekolah Cita Buana
• Nehru World School

Each category showcases individuals or groups making vital contributions to the education evolution – from experienced leaders to promising newcomers and community champions. Our comprehensive three-round judging process emphasises impact on learners, innovation in practice, and student voice and agency, ensuring these awards represent the pinnacle of educational excellence.

What’s next?

Each finalist will submit a one-minute video responding to the question ‘What does it mean to be an ICA educator?’  Our judges will evaluate these submissions based on clarity, cohesion, impact, and inspiration to select dynamic ambassadors within the ICA community. 

Join us in Bali

The awards ceremony takes place on 17 October at the International Curriculum Conference in Bali. This features inspiring keynote speakers and hands-on workshops – an unmissable opportunity to connect with like-minded educators from across the globe and together drive meaningful change. 

This year’s theme of ‘Adapting, Thriving, Transforming’ explores the professional development journey, reflecting our belief that uplifting educators is fundamental to transforming education.

Don’t miss out! Early bird tickets are available at reduced prices until 30 September. Book your place today