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Philip Stainton

Deputy Head Teacher. COBIS Peer Accreditor. Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching.

Wellington College International Hangzhou

I have a proven track record as an educational leader in both the UK and international markets with experience of both established secondary and founding all-through boarding schools. As part of SLT, I have led schools through COBIS, CIS, BSO, HPL and FOBISIA inspections and accreditations. I am a COBIS Peer Accreditor and instructional coach. As a fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching, I value well-researched, evidenced-based approaches to pedagogy. Positive, dynamic and progressive by nature, I hold integrity as the key aspect of my leadership. From August 2024 I will be Vice Principal / Head of Secondary at Arcadia Global School Dubai. I am a former international gymnast and a signed recording artist with Universal Records.

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  1. WATCH: ISN Live; How do great teachers become great leaders?

    In this event, four exceptional and innovative international leaders share their insights on what is needed to take the first steps into leadership. They highlight skills, barriers, strategies and challenges in middle and senior leadership. A must-watch for all aspiring leaders.

    • Alumni Engagement,
    • Continued Professional Development,
    • Leadership Coaching,
    • Research in Education,
    • School Leadership,
    • Wellbeing in Schools
    Read article 60 minute read
    Matt Hall

  2. Leadership Through Lesson Observations

    Ways that international school leaders can use lesson observations to give effective feedback to their teachers

    • Continued Professional Development,
    • Curriculum & Assessment,
    • School Leadership
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    Philip Stainton

  3. Developing Essential Skills for University

    Ways that international schools can adapt their curriculum to develop skills in their students that will help them with the transition to university life.

    • University Guidance & Careers Counselling,
    • Work Skills & Global Citizenship
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    Philip Stainton

  4. Academic Grades or Effort Grades?

    The importance of effort grades alongside academic grades, and the impact that can be seen from showcasing both equally.

    • Curriculum & Assessment,
    • School Culture & Community Engagement,
    • School Leadership
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    Philip Stainton

  5. Effective Communication Across Languages and Cultures

    Communicating effectively with parents and guardians, especially when there are language and cultural barriers. 

    • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice,
    • English as a Second Language,
    • School Culture & Community Engagement,
    • School Leadership
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    Philip Stainton

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