When there is a supportive environment at a school, then everyone thrives.

But times can get stressful, and things can change at the last minute in schools, which can cause teachers and other stakeholders to seek help and support.

If there is a supportive environment at a school, then these stakeholders are likely to lend a helping hand to others in need.

There are many stressors at an international school: new students starting all of the time (some that are even new to English), endless meetings (sometimes not so useful for everyone), workload, having to reply to concerning parent emails, etc.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, all stakeholders at the school really needed help and support to cope with all of the changes (sometimes very last minute!) to how your school runs its day and teaches its students.

But luckily, there are some international schools out there that have quite nice and supportive environments for their students, teachers, staff, and parents.

So, which international schools then have these supportive environments for their stakeholders? Can you guess which countries/schools around the world would make for the best supportive conditions?

Luckily, ISC was designed to help international school teachers find the information they are looking for. Using the Comment Search feature (premium membership needed), we found 250 comments that had the keyword “supportive” in them. Here are 11 of them:

Israel

“The school is very supportive if a staff member has a true emergency or family situation. In terms of staff morale, the school is not strong in that area…” – Walworth Barbour American International School (54 total comments)

Morocco

“The onboarding is very supportive. The HHRR staff are consistently available and able to resolve questions and disperse anxieties…” – George Washington Academy (119 total comments)

Namibia

“The school promotes professional development, community events, collaboration opportunities, and a supportive culture focused on kindness and mutual respect…” – Windhoek International School (88 total comments)

Kenya

“Be ready to work collaboratively and stay flexible. Teamwork is highly valued here. The environment is supportive, and if youre proactive, youll thrive both professionally and personally…” – Braeburn Mombasa International School (31 total comments)

China

“As a member of staff here, you will be made to feel welcome no matter where you are from. The team is very friendly and supportive…” – Lycee Francais de Shanghai (82 total comments)

Japan

“Recently, I went through a very positive interview process with a GKA. From the first meeting, I was introduced to some wonderful people and really enjoyed connecting with them. I was asked to do a demo lesson via Zoom, which went better than I had anticipated. The students were quiet but kind, and the staff were supportive and helpful throughout…” – Gunma Kokusai Academy (73 total comments)

Myanmar

“One of the really nice and supportive things at the school is the IT department. Anytime a teacher has a problem with the school computer OR their personal computer, the IT staff responds to the classroom almost immediately. They have successfully addressed any computing problems for which I have called them…” – Ayeyarwaddy International School (161 total comments)

Uzbekistan

“Very supportive community. I guess since this is a community school, there is no corporate pressure…” – Tashkent International School (88 total comments)

India

Leadership Support. The school is led by a diverse leadership team that emphasizes creating a supportive and inclusive environment. This leadership approach fosters collaboration and ensures that staff feel valued and motivated…” – Pathways World School (47 total comments)

Pakistan

“Most parents of students are very supportive and positive about both the education of their children and the socialization provided. Supports are in place for new incoming students, both with teachers/advisors and peers…” – International School of Islamabad (63 total comments)

United Kingdom

“Native English speakers are not required. Poland is not a fully LGBT friendly country, but the school is fully supportive. Local teaching staff mostly have master’s and doctorates, even teaching assistants. and make up about one-third of the population. The rest are mostly American, then other Europeans, and a mix of other continents and countries. Foreign staff turnover is a normal mix of short and mid-timers, though the school has more long-timers than average…” – International School of Krakow (64 total comments)