British Council Rwanda

British Council Rwanda We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.

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📢 Webinar | Closing the divide: teaching and assessing what really mattersThere's a gap between how universities assess ...
17/04/2026

📢 Webinar | Closing the divide: teaching and assessing what really matters
There's a gap between how universities assess English communication and what employers actually need. 🎓➡️

💼 Join us to close the divide. Experts from the British Council, University of Colombo & NatWest share insights.

📅 Thursday 7 May | 13:00 BST
👉 Register now: https://ow.ly/QvRa50YLbTm

17/04/2026

Secondary Teachers English Language Improvement Rwanda (STELIR) programme, funded by Mastercard Foundation and delivered in collaboration with the Rwandan Basic Education Board, strengthened English Language for lower secondary teachers in Rwanda’s state education system, improving learning opportunities for students.

Claudine, a School Based Mentor, speaks about the sustainability of materials and CPD in her school.

The STELIR programme provided her with guidance on how to deliver sessions and new approaches of teaching.

To find out more: https://www.britishcouncil.rw/programmes/education/secondary-teachers-english-language-improvement-rwanda-stelir

17/04/2026

See results in 1-2 calendar days when you take IELTS on Computer and meet application deadlines for your studies or work abroad. Visit our website to find out more. https://ow.ly/VuJ950YKMi7




Schools across Sub‑Saharan Africa work hard to keep talented teachers, but retention is not easy. Workload, support syst...
17/04/2026

Schools across Sub‑Saharan Africa work hard to keep talented teachers, but retention is not easy. Workload, support systems and professional growth all play a big role.

Join us on Tuesday 28 April for a TeachingEnglish webinar to explore practical ways schools can retain strong, committed teachers, with insights you can use in your own training, mentoring or leadership work.

Find out more and register for the webinar:
https://ow.ly/ypLu50YKNPh

Testing does not have to be scary. In fact, for children aged 6 to 11, it can actually be fun.The Primary English Test u...
16/04/2026

Testing does not have to be scary. In fact, for children aged 6 to 11, it can actually be fun.

The Primary English Test uses colourful, child-friendly tasks to assess listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Instead of feeling like a strict exam, it feels more like a series of engaging activities. This positive approach encourages children to show off what they know without the pressure.

Visit your local British Council partner centre or https://ow.ly/YcMk50YKsb6 to find out how to book a slot for your child.

16/04/2026

Expect a user-friendly experience with an on-screen timer and a word count tool when you take IELTS on Computer. Visit our website to find out more about the benefits of IELTS on Computer. https://bit.ly/3kiZ3me




Small wins lead to big success. The Foundation English Test is not about catching you out; it is about showing you what ...
15/04/2026

Small wins lead to big success. The Foundation English Test is not about catching you out; it is about showing you what you can do. By confirming basic skills in a supportive setting, we help learners build the self-belief they need to tackle more advanced challenges later on.

Give yourself or your child the gift of confidence today at a British Council partner centre.

Visit our website https://ow.ly/ORsb50YJVfn to learn more!

Understanding your learners’ context also means understanding the digital world they live in. This TeachingEnglish lesso...
15/04/2026

Understanding your learners’ context also means understanding the digital world they live in.

This TeachingEnglish lesson helps learners explore how to stay safe online, recognise risks and make smart decisions based on their own experiences and environments. It’s a simple way to connect classroom learning with their digital context.

Try the lesson today: https://africa.teachingenglish.org.uk/classroom/activities/stay-safe-online

Adapting lessons is a key skill for teachers in Sub‑Saharan Africa, where classes are often large, mixed‑ability, multil...
14/04/2026

Adapting lessons is a key skill for teachers in Sub‑Saharan Africa, where classes are often large, mixed‑ability, multilingual and low‑resource.

The ‘TeachingEnglish: How to adapt resources’ course shows you simple ways to change, simplify or extend activities so every learner can take part and succeed, no extra materials needed.

It’s practical, flexible, and designed for real classrooms like yours.

Start the course and learn at your own pace: https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/training/courses/teachingenglish-how-adapt-resources

14/04/2026

Looking to study in Canada? An IELTS test should be part of your plan to apply to universities abroad. Find guidance on our website to help you get ready for life as a student in Canada. https://ow.ly/hhQV50YIEe8





14/04/2026

If you plan to study or work abroad, book your IELTS test and prepare to achieve your goals. IELTS is accepted in the UK, Australia, Canada and the USA among many more countries. Visit our website to register for IELTS. https://bit.ly/3kiZ3me




13/04/2026

Promoting pupils’ welfare requires a concerted effort from the entire school community.

That’s why we've produced our Global Safeguarding Toolkit to support Safeguarding Leads and management teams in schools.

It provides educational settings with a structured framework to support the ongoing development of safeguarding across your school. Protecting children, adolescents and educators.

Explore the short version of the Toolkit to get an overview of the guidance and tools available in the full resource or download the full version for free if you're one of our Partner Schools!

https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/safeguarding-toolkit-for-schools

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