From Language to Culture: Enriching MFL Through International Links and Visits

The need for wider cultural awareness and understanding is vital in preparing pupils for a life and career in an increasingly interconnected world, and school partnerships can be an effective way to build these. Working with a partner school gives language learners a real audience for their work and enables them to develop self-esteem and confidence through real communication.

We invite school leaders and teachers to join us for this webinar on Tuesday 20th May at 4pm UK time where we will explore the strengths and benefits of successful school international links and share practical strategies and guidance for establishing, embedding, and sustaining global links in the MFL Classroom.

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Meet the Speaker!

Julie Sutcliffe, School Improvement Lead, Global School Alliance

With over 30 years in education, Julie has dedicated her career to inspiring both students and educators through a lifelong passion for languages. She has held various middle and senior leadership roles and understands the unique challenges of leading Modern Foreign Languages (MFL).
As a former National Lead Practitioner for MFL in a large multi-academy trust, she supported over 40 schools with tailored training, CPD, and leadership development, including delivering the NPQ for Leading Teacher Development. She is also an experienced MFL GCSE examiner.
Now working as Education Development Lead for MFL at the Global School Alliance, she continues to champion languages, support teachers, and promote global partnerships that broaden young people’s horizons and build cultural awareness for a more connected world.

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