How Should I Prepare for an International School Interview?

Short answer

Map the route before choosing a course

International-school recruitment is shaped by the school, curriculum, subject, country and immigration rules. For “How Should I Prepare for an International School Interview”, work backwards from the target role and identify the qualifications, experience and evidence the employer actually expects.

What to check for the actual role

International-school interviews commonly test more than subject knowledge. Prepare evidence of planning, assessment, safeguarding, inclusion, classroom management, collaboration and the way you respond to realistic teaching scenarios.

Evidence to check

The exact role and learner group
The academic or teacher-registration requirement
The experience and skills employers expect
The course content and assessment that address your remaining gap

How LCT UK training may fit

LCT UK course content can help you review pedagogy, inclusion, planning and classroom practice before an interview. Pair that preparation with research on the school, curriculum, safeguarding expectations and the specific role.

Common mistake

Preparing for ‘international schools’ as if they were one uniform sector. Requirements differ by country, curriculum, school, subject and level of responsibility.

Practical next steps

Define the exact teaching role, learner age group and country or sector.
Check academic, teacher-registration and employer requirements before choosing additional training.
Compare your current knowledge and experience with the role’s expectations.
Choose the LCT course only where its curriculum and assessment address a specific gap.

Bottom line

Research the school's curriculum, safeguarding expectations and learner community; prepare examples of planning, assessment and differentiation; and be ready to discuss how you work with colleagues, parents and culturally diverse learners. Match the training to the real role requirement and verify any external licensing, registration or employment condition separately.

Relevant London College of Teachers pathways

International Teaching Diploma Special Education & SEN Teacher Training TEFL & TESOL Courses

Sources and further reading

LCT UK International Teaching Diploma Council of International Schools UK Qualified Teacher Status guidance

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