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Announcing the theme for our 2026 Global.Learn.Connect Conferences

As 2025 draws to a close, we’re delighted to announce the theme of next year’s Global.Learn.Connect Conferences!

School leaders and educators from all over the world will come together in Prague (26 – 27 March) and São Paulo (28 – 29 May) for a dynamic two-day event to learn from their peers, exchange ideas and grow their practice with renewed insights.

The theme for 2026’s Global.Learn.Connect Conferences is:

Adapting, Thriving and Transforming

Where Legacy Meets Tomorrow: Nurturing Teachers, Inspiring Change

Excellent educators don’t just teach their students – they teach and learn from each other too. The upcoming conferences will celebrate collaborative professional development, highlighting how educators can support and challenge each other to shape the future of learning.

As curriculum agnostic conferences, the Global.Learn.Connect Conferences are a brilliant opportunity for all educators to learn about new ways of teaching; you do not need to be an ICA-subscribed school to register a place.

The conferences will feature inspiring keynote speakers and teacher-led workshops alongside opportunities for collaborative dialogue with fellow international educators, making them the perfect place to pursue your professional development. By meeting members of our worldwide community you will engage with new perspectives, expand your horizons as an international educator and enhance your pedagogical approach.

Early bird tickets are available before 28 February for the Prague conference or before 17 April for São Paulo. We look forward to seeing you there!

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International Curriculum Association

The International Curriculum Association (ICA) brings together the three age ranges of the International Curriculum: the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for learners aged 2-5+ years old; the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for learners aged 5-11 years old; and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for learners aged 11-14 years old, with Professional Development for teachers and leaders and a two-stage Recognition and Accreditation process for schools, to ensure that with teachers, leaders and schools, we are improving learning, together.

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14 November 2025

Join our next Information Session!

We are delighted to announce the date of our next Information Session – a powerful opportunity for school leaders and educators to explore how the ICA’s products, services, and pathways can drive meaningful improvement in teaching and learning.

Led by the ICA Outreach & Development Team, these sessions are designed to provide practical insights, global perspectives and direct access to ICA experts. Participants will gain clarity on how to start or bolster their school’s journey with the ICA curriculum, as well as how to support teachers’ professional growth, tap into accreditation options, and tailor solutions to their local context.

Upcoming live webinar

  • Topic: Nurturing Our Youngest Learners: Fostering Play-Based Learning
  • Join us to discover how a curriculum developed specifically for Early Childhood transforms learning from the very start!
  • Date / Times: 25 November 2025 at 09:30 UK time and 17:30 UK time
  • Format: One-hour webinar open to all schools, including a Q&A session.
  • Secure your place

Why attend?

  • Learn more about the ICA curriculum and other offerings.
  • Find out how to take the next steps for your school’s implementation.
  • Discover professional development and accreditation pathways.
  • Ask questions tailored to your school’s unique context.

How to join
Participation is free and open to schools worldwide. Simply select your preferred session time and complete registration via the link provided.

We look forward to welcoming you and helping you champion quality, improve learning and unlock potential across your school community.

The wait is over… Announcing the winners of the ICA Teacher Awards 2025

It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for – it’s time to reveal the winners of this year’s ICA Teacher Awards! With applications received from outstanding educators and schools from all over the world, it’s been a joy to analyse the impact of our ICA community and learn how they continue to champion the future of education.

This year’s winners are dedicated trailblazers driving forward our ICA vision of inclusive, inspiring education. From an incredible early years teacher to an outstanding education leader, we’re proud to call all of our winners members of the ICA community.

Your 2025 winners are:

  • Best Newcomer of the Year: Deepti Sharma from Nehru World School
  • Community Engagement Award: Parmeet Kaur Jindal from Nehru World School
  • IEYC Teacher of the Year: Swaranjali Masih from Healthy Planet TGA School
  • IPC Teacher of the Year: Anastasia O’Hare from Shanghai United International School
  • IMYC Teacher of the Year: Jay-R Evangelista from Hope International Academy Okinawa
  • Leader of the Year: Jolinda Groothedde from Holland International School
  • Team of the Year: Sekolah Cita Buana
  • People’s Choice Award: Arlene A. Toquero from Seri Mulia Sarjana School

Thank you and congratulations to every educator and school that was shortlisted. You are all making vital contributions to the education evolution.

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International Curriculum Association

The International Curriculum Association (ICA) brings together the three age ranges of the International Curriculum: the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for learners aged 2-5+ years old; the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for learners aged 5-11 years old; and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for learners aged 11-14 years old, with Professional Development for teachers and leaders and a two-stage Recognition and Accreditation process for schools, to ensure that with teachers, leaders and schools, we are improving learning, together.

Announcing the sponsors for this year’s International Curriculum Conference

The International Curriculum Conference 2025 is next week! Before we head to Bali for three days of inspiring keynote presentations, interactive workshops, networking opportunities and sunshine, we’re delighted to announce this year’s sponsors. From innovative EdTech companies to leading educational communities, each of our sponsors supports our ambition of improving learning –we can’t wait to show you how they can support your school.

Streamlining operating systems with SiSi

Our first sponsor is SiSi, the all-in-one operating system for K-12 schools. SiSi replaces fragmented systems across SIS, LMS, admissions, tuition, communication, and more with one unified platform. Fast, intuitive, and designed for scale, SiSi helps schools streamline operations, reduce overheads, and focus on meaningful teaching and learning. SiSi is globally adaptable and flexible across curriculums, making it perfect to power the future of education – regardless of the specifics of your school. From AI-driven insights to seamless tuition infrastructure and real-time benchmarking, SiSi provides the foundation for how schools operate, grow and evolve.

Acing educational research with ACER

The first step to being a great teacher is being a great learner, and the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) will help you do just that. Established in 1930, ACER is trusted by schools worldwide to update teachers on the latest educational research. ACER conducts cutting-edge research, which it provides to partner schools alongside evidence-based professional development and assessment services. As an international leader in assessment and educational measurement, ACER transforms learning systems so everyone can succeed.

Facing the future with Faria Education

Faria Education is a global leader in EdTech that believes in making education better for all. With a goal of making communication seamless in schools, Faria transforms the way education is delivered and experienced. It provides an unrivaled breadth of services for schools, educators, learners and parents. Faria’s products create better collaboration, better communication, better experiences and better outcomes – dreaming big to bring out the best in education. Faria places its customers at the center of how it works and innovates, evolving its products to suit their needs.

Making reading fun with Monster Phonics

Monster Phonics is an award-winning synthetic phonics programme that uses friendly monster characters to help children learn. Its multi-sensory approach uses innovative colour-coding and sound cues to help children master long vowels, silent letters, and tricky spellings with ease. Tailored for international schools, Monster Phonics supports both multilingual learners and native speakers. Its recent partnership with the ICA means that ICA schools gain access to detailed lesson plans, engaging resources, online assessment and expert training.

Connecting communities with Education Leaders

International education is about creating communities that cross geographical borders, and Education Leaders embodies this ideal. As an online community, chart-topping podcast and academy, Education Leaders connects school leaders across the world and enables them to improve their practice together. Led by best-selling author and organisational coach, Shane Leaning, the organisation supports leaders to develop into the best versions of themselves so they can bring out the best versions of the school they lead.

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International Curriculum Association

The International Curriculum Association (ICA) brings together the three age ranges of the International Curriculum: the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for learners aged 2-5+ years old; the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for learners aged 5-11 years old; and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for learners aged 11-14 years old, with Professional Development for teachers and leaders and a two-stage Recognition and Accreditation process for schools, to ensure that with teachers, leaders and schools, we are improving learning, together.

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 SeptemberBook your place today

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The International Curriculum Association (ICA) brings together the three age ranges of the International Curriculum: the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for learners aged 2-5+ years old; the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for learners aged 5-11 years old; and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for learners aged 11-14 years old, with Professional Development for teachers and leaders and a two-stage Recognition and Accreditation process for schools, to ensure that with teachers, leaders and schools, we are improving learning, together.

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16 September 2025

One month until ICC25: Announcing our partnership with ANPS Indonesia and keynote speaker Wayan Sutrisna

The wait is nearly over! With just one month to go until our vibrant global community joins us in sunny Bali for the International Curriculum Conference 2025, we are beyond excited to announce our partnership with The Association of National and Private Schools (ANPS) and introduce our second keynote speaker, Wayan Sutrisna.

Welcoming visionary leader, Wayan Sutrisna, as our second keynote speaker

We are thrilled to introduce our second keynote speaker, Wayan Sutrisna, who is one of Bali’s leading practitioners in Maharishi Transcendental Meditation and Director of Education for World Peace.

Wayan Sutrisna’s career in education spans over 20 years, focusing on the use of Transcendental Meditation techniques to empower his student to become better learners through promoting clearer thinking, better focus, and increased self-confidence. Sutrisna’s innovative approach to learning highlights that by helping to shape peaceful brains, we create peaceful students, and in turn actively contribute to creating a peaceful world. Sutrisna’s dedication to the practice of Transcendental Meditation has shaped the lives of thousands of students in becoming the open-minded and empathetic leaders who are equipped to respond to the challenges of the modern world. We can’t wait to hear his insights!

Forging new paths with ANPS

This year, we are delighted to announce that we have partnered with ANPS for the final day of the Conference. We are excited to be enhancing our Conference further through partnering with a vibrant community of educators committed to best practices in teaching and learning in Indonesia.

As part of our ongoing commitment to inclusive and sustainable education development, we will be hosting a parallel Early Years Education Convention on day three, designed specifically for Indonesian early years educators. This special programme will be delivered in collaboration with the ANPS and will feature its own keynote, focused workshops and access to network opportunities.

The Convention runs in parallel with the main Conference programme and will provide a meaningful platform for local educators to engage with best practices, practical innovations, and peers across the sector.

Learn from our global community

Alongside our guest keynote speaker, we are also hosting a variety of thought-provoking and inspiring workshops facilitated by our dedicated educators across the ICA community.

Across the weekend, ICA educators will be leading a wide range of interactive, hands-on workshops to enhance your communication skills, pedagogy styles, and approaches to the curriculum to create thriving, dynamic, and inclusive learning environments in your schools. From Mathematics in everyday contexts, embedding cultural responsiveness in the classroom, to utilising your professional voice as teachers in the 21st century, there will be a variety of sessions to spark meaningful dialogue and develop your skills to adapt, thrive, and transform with the ICA.

There are a limited number of tickets available for those wanting to secure a spot to this year’s Conference, which focuses on the theme: ‘Education Evolution 25: Adapting, Thriving, and Transforming’. This celebrates 25 years of the International Primary Curriculum and champions our collective commitment to the ICA in the past, present, and future. To secure a last-minute place at the International Curriculum Conference before the price increase on 30 September, click here.

We can’t wait to see you in Bali on the 16 to 18 of October! Sampai jumpa di sana!

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9 September 2025

All work, AND play: the ICA launches cutting edge Play Hub workshops

The ICA is excited to announce the launch of our new play-based learning development programme, the Play Hub.

All the evidence points towards play as an essential tool for learners of all ages, but implementation often fizzles out after the early years. The Play Hub courses are a series of workshops designed to guide educators and school leaders in finding ways to bring play into the classroom and beyond.

With workshops covering everything from EdTech to play as an approach to leadership, the Play Hub will help beginners and experienced play-based educators to cultivate a playful mindset and break down dichotomies between work and play in education.

Laura James, who will be leading the Play Hub workshops, said: “Play is so often left behind in childhood, but it’s something that can help us throughout our lives. The Play Hub workshops have been designed to help educators view play, not as a trivial pastime, but as an approach to life.

“Teachers are often expected to lead from the top, but play can help us turn our students into self-led learners for life. Likewise, government-imposed curriculums and standards can drown out local voices, but a playful approach can help us to use these structures as a launchpad from which we can address our students’ specific needs. The Play Hub embraces paradox and celebrates contradiction to foster a dynamic approach to education and leadership.”

Highlights from the Play Hub workshops include:

• ‘Play is the Language’, a dive into the challenges posed by multi-lingual classrooms and how play can bridge barriers to language learning.

• ‘Play is Child-led’, which will explore how play can encourage child-led learning

• ‘Play is Reflective’, which will consider how play can be used to rethink assessment and capture learning authentically.

• ‘Play is for Change’, which has been created in collaboration with the Center for Theater of the Oppressed (CTO) in Rio, Brazil, focuses on the ways play is used by educators and activists to challenge injustice and build community.

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28 August 2025

In conversation with… Dr. Ivy Fung, Head of our first school in Canada!

We are proud that schools in 90+ countries across the world follow our International Curriculum, and our global reach is constantly expanding. Grace Christian Montessori School is the latest school preparing to implement our International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) from this September, which will excitingly make it the first school in Canada to offer the International Curriculum! We spoke with Head of School, Dr. Ivy Fung, about why she chose the IEYC and what the change will mean for her school.

Tell us about your journey as an ICA educator.

I first started implementing the IEYC in Hong Kong back in 2018. I’d established a kindergarten to cater for international families, so we needed a globally-focused curriculum to suit everybody’s needs. I was also passionate about encouraging curiosity in education, which wasn’t often a priority in Hong Kong at that time. The fact that the IEYC includes play-based learning means it really encourages curiosity as it gives children the opportunity to explore within a structured environment. I was surprised there wasn’t already an ICA school here in Canada, and I’m excited to be implementing it here as well!

How did your staff respond to the change?

There was a bit of apprehension because some of our staff have limited knowledge of the IEYC. But, they’re good teachers, and they came around to it once they’d read some of the materials and knew more about what it was. Some teachers were worried that the move to the IEYC would mean abandoning the Montessori method – the foundation of our school and what our teachers are trained in – but I told them we can implement an IEYC curriculum with the Montessori method.  

What are the key benefits of the IEYC?

I think the biggest benefits are that it has a global focus while enabling learners to remain connected to their roots, and that it’s play-based. At Grace Christian Montessori School, we’re planning to offer the curriculum in multiple languages, which really taps into that global element. I also found in Hong Kong that it was great preparation for primary school; entry into primary school can be very competitive there, and the IEYC curriculum links up very nicely with what children learn once they start school. I think parents here in Canada will also appreciate the boost it gives their children in those first stages of learning.

How have you been working with your staff to make sure that they’re ready for the September launch?

Our teachers are undergoing the ICA Getting Started and Level 1 course to get to know the curriculum and how best to implement it. We’ve been given plenty of materials to work with – our staff were amazed by how thorough and robust the materials are! This means that we can pick and choose which activities will work the best for our students. The most important thing is that we work together and see what we can help the children to achieve. We really can’t wait to welcome our first IEYC learners to the school in September!

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