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Kay Didimalang

Kay Didimalang

International School Principal
Barnstaple

Summary

Well-rounded and dynamic education administrator with expertise in curriculum planning and development. Focuses on students and excels in dynamic communication. Successful in leading school administration and achieving impressive test scores using proven education methods. Self-motivated and assertive, driven by outcomes and remains calm in high-pressure situations. Over 30 years of experience as a skilled educator, effectively leading school staff members and implementing successful education programs.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
6
6
Languages

Work History

Assistant Campus Principal

ISP International Schools Partnership
07.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
  • Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
  • Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
  • Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.

Headteacher -Senior School

The English School of Mongolia
08.2022 - Current

PRIVATE TUTOR -UK and International Students for UK Independent School Entry

JK EDUCATE
01.2022 - 08.2022

Interim International Principal

Jet International School
01.2021 - 12.2021

International Principal

BIK British International School
01.2019 - 12.2021

Principal

Legae English Medium School
01.2016 - 12.2019

Teacher of Creative and Performing Arts

Broadhurst School
01.2013 - 12.2016

Director

Didimalang Consultants
01.2010 - 12.2013

Chief Executive Officer

Botlhale Cambridge International School
01.2006 - 12.2010

National Director

LifeLine SADC
01.2003 - 12.2006

Education Consultant

Didimalang Consultants
01.2000 - 12.2003

Head of Humanities

Westwood International School
01.1999 - 12.2000

Head of Humanities

Thornhill School
01.1993 - 12.1999

Class Teacher

Eldon Infant school
01.1991 - 12.1992

Education

School Inspector Level 1 and 2 -

Penta International

NPQH: Education - undefined

Best Practice Network

Master of Arts - Education

UNICAF

ULA - Psychology

University of Staffordshire

PGCE - Education

University of Plymouth

Bachelor of Arts - History and Politics

University of York

Skills

Academic Leadership

Awards

Award of Exceptional Service, LifeLine Southern Africa Regional Board (LLSA)

Publications

  • Thuto ka Botho, A Moral Education Course for Form 3, Lucy Clarke, Kay Didimalang, Pyramid Publishing, 2000
  • Pass JC Moral Education, Kay Didimalang, Connie Ntshole, Pyramid Publishing, 2000
  • Pass PSLE Social Studies, Lucy Clarke, edited by Kay Didimalang, Pyramid Publishing, 2001
  • Towards an AIDS-Free Generation - The Popular Version of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Kay Didimalang, Pyramid Publishing, Government of Botswana, UNDP, 2002
  • Development of Materials on Domestic Violence - set of 20 posters for the UNDP, Kay Didimalang, Pyramid Publishing, Government of Botswana, UNDP, 2002
  • Articles written on Self Esteem, Careers, HIV and AIDS, substance abuse, Mmegi Newspaper - 'Bokamoso' Mmegi Youth Supplement, Morongwa and Botswana Gazette, 2001-2006
  • Pass JC Religious Education, Kay Didimalang, Pyramid Publishing, 2002
  • Cultural Studies for Standards One and Two, Dineo Chazeri, Kay Didimalang, Kefilwe Pitso, Collegium Publishing, 2002
  • JSCE History of Namibia for Grade 10, Kay Didimalang, Leda Stott, Zebra Publishing Namibia, 2002
  • Ditshwanelo - Seminars on the State of Freedom of Expression and the Press, Ethnicity and Tribalism in Botswana, The Attacks on the Pentagon and the World Trade Centre, Kay Didimalang, Pyramid Publishing, 2002
  • Ditshwanelo and Amnesty International Launch of the AI Report on Policing and Human Rights in Southern Africa, Kay Didimalang, Pyramid Publishing, 2002
  • Article for Education Magazine 'Children in Challenging Circumstances - What can Schools and Teachers Do?, Mmegi Publishing, 2010
  • Neo and Peo Readers - A set of 20 readers for primary school, Kay Didimalang, Zebra International Publishing, 2011
  • Neo and Peo Readers - A set of 27 readers for primary school (RSA), Kay Didimalang, Excellent Books - Zebra International Publishing, 2011
  • Neo and Peo Readers - A set of 36 readers for primary school, Kay Didimalang, A Star Books - Zebra International Publishing, 2012
  • Neo and Peo Readers - A set of 27 readers - revised edition for Zimbabwe, Kay Didimalang, Zebra International Publishing, 2012
  • Neo and Peo Readers - A set of 27 Readers - revised edition for Namibia, Kay Didimalang, Zebra International Publishing, 2012

Training

  • AISA Special Needs Institute, Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA)
  • AISA Assessment Institute, Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA)
  • Anatomy of a Middle School, Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA)
  • Personal Growth, Life Skills and Counselling Skills, LifeLine Southern Africa (LLSA)
  • Information Technology, Institute of Development Management (IDM)
  • NGO Leadership, Governance and Management, HIVOS
  • Visionary Leadership, Institute of Development Management (IDM)
  • Making a Difference, Cambridge International Education Conference, 2017
  • Labour Relations, Business Botswana (BB)
  • Understanding Impact (Senior Leaders), Cambridge Assessment International Education, 2017
  • Resilient Leadership, FOBISIA, 2023, Bangkok, Thailand

Personal Information

Nationality: British

Additional Information

Completed in last 6 months:

Advanced Safeguarding Course

Multilingualism Courses Tier 1,2, 3


Currently :

Deputy DSL for Secondary School and chairing the whole school Safeguarding Committee.

Future Pathways Lead for post IGCSE pathways.

Leading Teaching and Learning across whole school.

Leading CPD across whole school.


Completing byApril:

iSP Final Course in Multilingualism, Life Competencies, Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Programme (The CAP)


Timeline

Assistant Campus Principal

ISP International Schools Partnership
07.2024 - Current

Headteacher -Senior School

The English School of Mongolia
08.2022 - Current

PRIVATE TUTOR -UK and International Students for UK Independent School Entry

JK EDUCATE
01.2022 - 08.2022

Interim International Principal

Jet International School
01.2021 - 12.2021

International Principal

BIK British International School
01.2019 - 12.2021

Principal

Legae English Medium School
01.2016 - 12.2019

Teacher of Creative and Performing Arts

Broadhurst School
01.2013 - 12.2016

Director

Didimalang Consultants
01.2010 - 12.2013

Chief Executive Officer

Botlhale Cambridge International School
01.2006 - 12.2010

National Director

LifeLine SADC
01.2003 - 12.2006

Education Consultant

Didimalang Consultants
01.2000 - 12.2003

Head of Humanities

Westwood International School
01.1999 - 12.2000

Head of Humanities

Thornhill School
01.1993 - 12.1999

Class Teacher

Eldon Infant school
01.1991 - 12.1992

NPQH: Education - undefined

Best Practice Network

Master of Arts - Education

UNICAF

ULA - Psychology

University of Staffordshire

PGCE - Education

University of Plymouth

Bachelor of Arts - History and Politics

University of York

School Inspector Level 1 and 2 -

Penta International
Kay DidimalangInternational School Principal