WIS offers free workshops for educators and parents
Windhoek International School (WIS) has announced a series of free workshops and seminars for educators, school leaders and parents across Namibia, running from October 2025 through April 2026.The sessions, led by experienced educators and specialists, are limited to 20 participants each to ensure active engagement.
WIS Primary Principal Jenna Brown said the workshops would cover a wide range of topics, including early childhood development, child protection, effective team leadership, nutrition and learning, artificial intelligence, and the role of physical development in academic success.
“Participants will leave each workshop with ready-to-use frameworks and strategies,” Brown added.
The upcoming sessions are:
• Approaches to Teaching and Learning in the Modern World – 28 October 2025
• Early Childhood Development – 18 November 2025
• Safeguarding and Child Protection in Schools – 27 January 2026
• Leading Effective Teams – 24 February 2026
• Nutrition and Learning: ‘The Well Fed Brain’ – 24 March 2026
• Strong Core, Strong Mind – 21 April 2026
• Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Learning – 19 May 2026
All workshops will be held at the WIS PLC Media Room in Windhoek from 13:30 to 15:30. Registration is required and can be completed via the school’s website: www.wis.edu.na/teacheracademy.
Ethan van Drunen, Educational Director of WIS, emphasised the school’s commitment to supporting education across Namibia. “These workshops are free of charge because WIS was founded with the vision of improving education for all. This is a chance for educators and parents across Namibia to learn together, share ideas, and strengthen our schools and communities,” he said.