Teacher in a modern IB international school classroom
Applications Open — May 2026 Cohort

Move from CBSE to IB Classrooms
with Clarity, Credentials & Confidence

A 12–14 week UK Level 4 certified programme designed for Indian teachers bridging the gap between national curricula and international pedagogy — with genuine placement support.

2 May '26Cohort Starts
12–14 WksDuration
50 OnlySeats
UK
L4
What you walk away with
In 12–14 weeks, alongside your current role
UK Level 4 certification — ILG & TQUK
Inquiry-led, IB-aligned lesson skills
Professional portfolio for interviews
100+ partner school network access
Lifetime access to ILG's job portal
Co-presented by  Inspired Learning Group UK (33 schools)
Endorsed by  TQUK — UK awarding body
Inspired Learning Group UK
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TQUK Endorsed
33 Schools · 4,000+ Teachers
The Reality

You're a strong teacher.
But the path to IB feels unclear.

You deliver results in a CBSE classroom. But when you look at IB school listings, you notice a gap — not in ability, but in credential language and pedagogical framing.

1

International roles require specific frameworks — IB, Cambridge, British curricula — and your CBSE training doesn't translate on paper.

2

Full IB certification takes months, costs more, and doesn't teach you how to actually build inquiry-based lessons.

3

Every year that passes without making this move feels wider — not because you're less capable, but because you lack the structured bridge.

Traditional classroom with a teacher addressing students
"

I had 8 years of CBSE experience but kept getting filtered out of IB school applications. It wasn't about my teaching — it was about not having the right credential language.

— Common sentiment from programme applicants

The Shift

From where you are — to where IB schools need you to be

This programme changes how you design, deliver, and assess learning — so you walk into an IB interview prepared.

Visual showing the contrast between traditional and modern IB classrooms
Traditional Classroom IB-Aligned Classroom →
Before After

Lecture-based, textbook-led delivery

Inquiry-driven, student-centred facilitation

Move from content transmission to building curiosity, discussion, and critical thinking in every lesson.

Before After

Marks-focused, exam-driven assessment

Criteria-based, formative assessment

Learn rubric-driven, evidence-backed assessment models used in IB and Cambridge classrooms.

Before After

CBSE credential with no IB language

UK Level 4 certificate + portfolio

Walk into international school interviews with a credential they recognise and a portfolio demonstrating applied practice.

What You Gain

Tangible outcomes — not vague promises

Every module produces something you can use — in your classroom this week, and in your next career move.

UK Level 4 Certification

Endorsed by TQUK. Jointly branded with ILG. Global credibility.

Professional Portfolio

Built across 4 modules — inquiry units, assessments, reflective practice — ready for interviews.

IB-Aligned Pedagogy Skills

Inquiry-led teaching, differentiation, inclusive classrooms — the core of IB schools.

Career Pathway Access

ILG's job portal, placement support, 100+ school network across UK, Middle East, India.

UK Educator Mentorship

Paired with senior ILG mentors — 20–30+ years in international education.

Higher Salary Potential

IB-trained teachers command premium compensation in international schools.

Programme Overview

At a glance

Starts
2 May, 2026
Duration
12–14 weeks (~50 hours)
Format
Blended — live sessions + assignments + mentor coaching
Platform
TalentLMS — trusted e-learning platform
Batch Size
50 teachers only
Certificate
UK Level 4 — ILG & TQUK branded
Ideal For
CBSE / State Board with 2–10+ years
Career
Lifetime job portal + 1-year placement
The Curriculum

Your learning journey — four modules,
one portfolio

Each module builds on the last. By the end, you have a portfolio demonstrating real classroom impact.

01

Foundations of Global Teaching

Explore constructivism, cognitivism, and theories shaping international classrooms. Compare national and international frameworks.

Redesign one of your own lessons using inquiry-oriented methods.
02

Inclusive & Active Classrooms

Strategies for inquiry-led collaboration, differentiation, and wellbeing-aware teaching. Build rubrics and formative feedback.

Design inclusive learning experiences that raise engagement.
03

Designing Inquiry-Based Units

Plan multi-disciplinary units using design cycles. Integrate global themes, SDGs, and 21st-century skills.

Move from lesson-by-lesson planning to designing meaningful learning journeys.
04

Reflective Practice & Growth

Track learner progress with evidence-based evaluation. Turn reflection into systemic improvement.

Become a reflective practitioner who uses evidence to drive continuous growth.
Beautiful British independent school campus with historic buildings and green fields
Access the ILG school network across the UK 33 schools. 4,000+ teachers. A pathway built into your certification.
Career Pathway

Not just a certificate.
An entry into a connected school ecosystem.

ILG operates 33 schools across the UK. Completing this programme makes your profile visible across the network — and opens pathways to roles in the UK, Middle East, and India.

Lifetime access to ILG's internal job portal
1-year dedicated placement assistance
Apply across ILG and partner schools in multiple countries
Credential recognised for IB, Cambridge, and British roles
33
Schools across the UK
100+
Partner schools
4,000+
Teachers trained
10+
Years of excellence
Your Mentors

Senior UK school leaders — not lecturers

Every trainer has 20–30+ years of hands-on experience running international schools.

RM
Richard Milner-Smith
Director of Education, ILG

30+ years in independent education. Led schools through transformative growth and cultural change.

"Great schools are built on great relationships between teachers, students, and a shared belief that every day is a chance to grow."

LH
Leigh Hardie
Former ILG Principal

Three decades of teaching, 20 years in senior leadership. Former Headteacher of Collingwood School.

"The most powerful classrooms are those where teachers keep learning alongside their students."

JS
Justin Spanswick
COO, Inspired Learning Group

28+ years in education. Former Executive Headteacher of Claires Court Schools. Lead Inspector for ISI.

"Great schools shape young people to be ambitious, happy, and humble contributors to the world."

RS
Ronéll Lydia Selzer
Education Consultant

30+ years across state and independent schools. A-Level and GCSE Examiner specialising in pedagogy.

"At the heart of every lesson lies a child waiting to be inspired."

Teacher Voices

Teachers who made the transition

★★★★★

"After 6 years in CBSE, I had no idea how to break into IB. This programme gave me frameworks, vocabulary, and confidence — I got shortlisted for two IB roles within weeks."

★★★★★

"The mentorship was the real differentiator. A UK school leader reviewing my lesson designs and giving specific feedback — no certificate course had offered that."

★★★★★

"The blended format was manageable alongside my full-time role. The portfolio I built during the course is what helped me stand out in my IB school interview."

Common Questions

Everything else you need to know

Built for Indian teachers — CBSE, State Board, or ICSE backgrounds — who want to transition toward IB, Cambridge, or British curriculum schools. Ideal with 2–10+ years experience.
No. Specifically designed for teachers without IB experience. It bridges the gap between your current practice and international school expectations.
Blended via TalentLMS. Weekly live sessions with UK educators, practical assignments, one-on-one mentor feedback. ~50 hours over 12–14 weeks — manageable alongside a full-time role.
UK Level 4 Certified Learning Course in Global Teaching Practices, endorsed by TQUK. Jointly branded with ILG and TQUK.
Lifetime job portal access and 1 year of dedicated assistance. Your profile becomes visible across 100+ partner schools. Career support, not guaranteed placement — structured access to roles you wouldn't otherwise see.
Absolutely. Many participants transition into IB or international schools within India — growing rapidly across metro and tier-2 cities. Also qualifies for leadership roles.
Pedagogy and teaching approaches, not subject content. Benefits all subject teachers across levels. The inquiry-based methods apply universally.
We review your profile and schedule a brief call. No heavy screening — if you're a practising teacher looking to grow, you're likely a match. Then onboarding details for May 2.
Take the Next Step

Your transition to IB starts with one application

Fill in the form, and our team will schedule a call to understand your goals, confirm eligibility, and walk you through onboarding.

No prior IB experience required
Works alongside your current role
UK-endorsed certification on completion
Placement support for up to 1 year
Only 50 seats — first come, first assessed

Apply for the May 2 Cohort

Takes under 2 minutes

Limited Seats — Only 50 spots for the May 2 cohort

Application Received!

Our team will review your details and reach out within 24–48 hours.

The May 2 cohort won't stay open forever.

50 seats. 12–14 weeks. One structured bridge between where you are and where IB schools need you to be.

Apply for the May Cohort

Cohort starts May 2, 2026 · Rolling applications

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