Campus 51

Correction: this workshop runs 5 to 8 pm Cairo time. The last card in this post shows 7–10 pm — please note 5 to 8 pm is the correct time.

You've never needed convincing that play matters.

What you've needed is the language to defend it — and enough strategies to keep it going past the first few weeks.

On Sunday 23 August we're running a workshop for early years educators, built in two halves.

First, the case for play: the research, the benefits, and how purposeful play develops children's cognitive, social, emotional, physical and language skills.

Then, the practice: engaging, developmentally appropriate strategies you can take into your classroom the next day.

Led by Ali Ezzeddine. Capped at 30 people, so it stays a conversation rather than a broadcast. Certificate of attendance included.

Sunday 23 August · 5–8 pm Cairo · online · 3,500 EGP

Register here: https://www.campus51.com/workshop-overview/play-based-learning

📚 This time next year... what do you hope you'll be proud of?
Maybe it's feeling more confident in the classroom.
Maybe it's building your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio.
Maybe it's being ready for a promotion, a new role in a prestigious school, or simply knowing you've become a stronger educator than you were this year.
The truth is, those things don't happen all at once.
They're built little by little.
One course.
One workshop.
One new skill.
One idea you take back to your classroom.
If you keep investing in yourself, you'll be amazed at how much progress a year can make.
In our new blog, we're sharing practical ways to set meaningful professional goals and make steady progress throughout the school year.
Your future self will thank you for starting today.
🔗 Read the blog: https://www.campus51.com/blog

📚 Looking for CPD that's actually worth your time?
So are we.
That's why everything we create at Campus 51 is designed with one question in mind:
"Will this help teachers in the classroom?"
Here's what makes our professional development different:
✨ Practical ideas you can use straight away
💻 Learn at your own pace or join live workshops
👩‍🏫 Training designed for educators across the MENA region
🎓 Build your CPD portfolio with optional certificates
📈 Support your career progression, appraisals, and future opportunities
🌱 Explore topics that matter now; from inclusion and safeguarding to AI in education and leadership
Great CPD shouldn't leave you with pages of notes.
It should leave you feeling more confident when you walk back into the classroom!
🔗 Explore Campus 51: https://www.campus51.com/

📚 If you're a teacher who also tutors, here's something worth thinking about...
When parents choose a private tutor, they're not just looking for someone who knows the subject.
They're looking for someone they can trust.
The tutors who stand out often show that they:
✨ Continue developing their knowledge and skills
🎓 Invest in Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
🌱 Understand inclusive teaching and supporting students with special educational needs
📖 Keep up to date with modern teaching approaches
👩‍🏫 Bring professionalism, reliability, and real classroom experience
Parents want to know their child is learning from someone who is continually growing as an educator.
A strong CPD portfolio can help build that confidence.
If you're looking to strengthen your professional profile, the Campus 51 On Demand Library gives you flexible ways to keep learning, wherever you are in your career.
🔗 Explore the On Demand Library: https://www.campus51.com/on-demand-catalog

📚 Which of these sounds most like you this year?
Maybe you're hoping to...
✨ Build new knowledge and skills
👩‍🏫 Take the next step towards a leadership role
🌱 Strengthen your inclusive classroom practice
🤖 Feel more confident using AI in education
📈 Be ready for your next appraisal or career opportunity
🌍 Position yourself as a stronger candidate for leading international schools
Whatever your goal, you don't have to achieve it all at once.
The most successful teachers don't try to do everything, they keep moving forward, one step at a time.
In our new blog, we're sharing practical ways to set meaningful professional goals and turn them into progress throughout the school year.
Which goal are you focusing on first? Let us know in the comments 👇
🔗 https://www.campus51.com/blog

✨ What if this year was your most rewarding year yet?
A new academic year brings a fresh opportunity to think about what really matters to you as an educator.
Not just what you want to achieve, but how you want to grow.
📚 Developing skills that strengthen your classroom practice
💡 Building confidence in areas that challenge you
🌱 Setting goals that feel purposeful and aligned with your values
Meaningful professional growth isn’t about doing more.
It’s about focusing on what will make the biggest difference, for both you and your students.
This kind of growth happens over time through reflection, learning, and small, consistent steps forward.
In our new blog, we’re sharing practical ways to set professional goals that feel achievable, motivating, and genuinely rewarding throughout the school year.
🔗 Read the new blog: https://www.campus51.com/blog

📣 Teachers, have you ever wondered what school leaders are really looking for in an interview?
After 25 years in teacher recruitment, Reham Hassan Elkammah, Chief Academic Officer at Campus 51, has interviewed countless educators across international schools.
And here's something that might surprise you 👇
It's not always the candidate with the most experience who stands out.
Increasingly, school leaders are looking for teachers who can demonstrate how they have continued to develop their practice, reflect on their learning, and invest in their professional growth.
In our latest blog, Reham shares:
👩‍🏫 What helps teachers stand out during interviews
📚 Why Continuing Professional Development can strengthen your application
💡 What recruiters are looking for beyond qualifications and years of experience
🎓 How to evidence your growth as an educator Whether you're preparing for your next role, exploring leadership opportunities, or simply curious about what recruiters notice most, this blog offers practical insights from someone who has spent 25 years on the other side of the interview table.
🔗 Read the blog here: https://www.campus51.com/blog/international-scho

If you were asked this in an interview, what would you say? 👇
"Tell me about the most positive moment you've experienced with a student or group of students."
According to , Chief Academic Officer at Campus 51, it's one of the most revealing questions she asks when interviewing teachers.
Why?
Because it isn't really about the moment itself.
It's about what your answer says about you as an educator.
💭 What do you value?
👩‍🏫 What impact are you most proud of?
🤝 How do you build relationships with students?
🌱 What does success look like in your classroom?
The strongest answers often reveal creativity, care, reflection, and a genuine commitment to helping students succeed.
The good news?
This isn't a question you can prepare for with a scripted answer.
It's a question that comes from your experience, your values, and the difference you've made along the way.
If you're thinking about your next role, interview, or career move, understanding what recruiters are really looking for can make all the difference.
📚 Read the full blog for more insights from Reham's 25 years of recruiting teachers for international schools 🔗 https://www.campus51.com/blog/international-school-teacher-interviews-mena-schools-look

Teachers, here's something interesting from someone who's spent 25 years recruiting for international schools 👇
One of the most common interview mistakes?
Talking about what you do in the classroom without explaining the difference it makes.
When school leaders ask about your teaching, they're often looking for more than a description of a lesson or strategy.
They want to understand:
📚 What you've learned along the way
💭 How your practice has developed
👩‍🏫 Why you made certain decisions
📈 The impact those decisions had on your students
As Reham Elkammah , Chief Academic Officer at Campus 51, explains:
💬 "I am not looking for a perfect candidate. I am looking for a reflective professional who is committed to continuous growth."
The teachers who stand out are often the ones who can talk honestly about their development, what they've learned, and how that learning has shaped their classroom practice.
So if you're preparing for an interview, don't just think about what you've done.
Think about what you've learned from it.
📖 Read more interview insights from Reham's 25 years of recruiting educators in our latest blog below
🔗 https://www.campus51.com/blog/international-school-teacher-interviews-mena-schools-look

📣 Could your CPD record be the thing that gets you shortlisted?
When school leaders are reviewing applications, they're not just looking at qualifications and years of experience.
They're looking for evidence of the kind of educator you are.
A strong CPD record can show that you're:
✨ Proactive about your professional growth
💭 Reflective about your teaching practice
📚 Committed to continuous improvement
🌍 Keeping up with current educational trends and teaching strategies
According to Reham Hassan Elkammah, Chief Academic Officer at Campus 51 and an experienced education recruiter, a candidate's CPD record often provides valuable insight beyond what's written on a CV.
It helps recruiters understand your areas of interest, willingness to learn, and commitment to developing your practice.
And it's not just about how many courses you've completed.
Recruiters also consider:
✔ The relevance of your professional development
✔ Evidence of completion
✔ The credibility of the provider
A strong CPD record tells a story about your growth as an educator.
💡 What does yours say about you?
🔗https://www.campus51.com/blog