International Mindedness
396
Learners
(5 - 11 years old)
28
Nationalities
(and counting)
16
Different
Languages
Main nationalities at WIPS
62%
Mauritian
12%
South African
6%
French
5%
British
14%
Other
Our definition of
International Mindedness
We see ourselves as part of a global community and value the world as a context for learning. We express appreciation for the beliefs and cultures of others and celebrate the ways in which we are similar and different.
Milepost 1
I know where my family comes from.
I know my friends come from other places.
I know people can be different from me and that is OK.
I enjoy learning about other people and places near and far.
Milepost 2
We value other people and their beliefs and cultures.
We understand the similarities and differences of others and appreciate that we are all equal.
We enjoy learning about other people, cultures and what is happening in the world.
Milepost 3
We explore other cultures and respect and value them.
We understand the similarities and differences of others and this helps us appreciate the world.
We are local and global citizens and have a responsibility to create positive change in the world.
Through the IPC, WIPS takes a truly global perspective and international learning goals are aimed at providing each child with an international mindset to help them understand and celebrate each other’s differences and similarities. An international element to each unit of work is incorporated within the curriculum. These learning goals, alongside the personal learning goals and core values, promote international-mindedness within the classroom and beyond.