Programme Benefits

Teachers

  • develop professionally and personally by experiencing life in another education system and culture
  • are exposed to new teaching methods and can develop new skills
  • can experience 'time out' to reflect on and re-invigorate their practice

Students and Schools

  • are taught by an international teacher who can bring fresh perspectives, knowledge and experiences to the classroom
  • benefit when international teachers are able to share new ideas and teaching methodologies with colleagues
  • have the opportunity to develop school links and international projects
  • benefit from the professional development and renewed motivation of returned exchange participants