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Tes Awards for International Schools 2025

Back for its second year, our international awards bring together international schools from around the world to celebrate excellence across the sector in one inclusive global event.

Our awards are free to enter for all international schools outside of the UK that teach the British or International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, or both.

If you, your team or school achieved something special during the 2023/24 academic year, we want to hear about it.

Our awards will be launching in August, with the winners being announced in November – you can see the full timeline below.

Be the first to know when the awards are open by registering your interest now.

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See the 2024 winners

Discover the stories behind the remarkable individuals and schools who have set the standard for excellence. Their hard work, dedication and passion continue to inspire us all.

Last year’s winners were revealed on 25 April 2024, you can watch the winners’ announcement video and read the winners’ write ups below.

Find out who won

  • I’m so thrilled to have won this award. It’s an absolute privilege to have been recognised by Tes for leadership in international schools, and this accolade is truly a reflection on our fantastic school, and the incredible pastoral team and students who I’m lucky enough to work with every day. Thank you to Tes for recognising and celebrating the work of international schools around the world – it’s a fantastic initiative.

    Emma Dawson, Vice Principal (Pastoral), NLCS Dubai
    Winner of the Leadership Award 2024
  • This award is for the entire learning support team at Rainbow International School Uganda. They currently provide a high level of specialist services here in East Africa. Our approach is collaborative and evidence-based, with every educational experience planned with purpose and intention. We also share our knowledge with other regional stakeholders to raise awareness and, hopefully, improve lives. It's great to know we’re on the right track and we’ll continue to work hard for our young people and their families.

    Rainbow International School Uganda, Specialist Provision Provider of the Year 2024
  • I’m humbled and honoured to receive the inaugural Tes Awards for International Schools Principal/Head Teacher of the Year.

    This recognition is not mine alone; it reflects the unwavering dedication and tireless efforts of our entire school community – including teachers, staff, students and parents. At Wales International School, we’re on a journey to excellence, and this award serves as affirmation that we’re on the right path.

    I’m incredibly fortunate and grateful for the opportunity to serve as Principal at Wales.

    Joanna Povall, Wales International School, UAE
    Winner of the Principal/Head Teacher of the Year 2024

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Events team
megan.liman@tes.com