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Relocate Awards 2018, Category D12 School Providing Outstanding Relocation Support

Relocate Awards 2018 Entry Form

Entry Form for Award D12, School Providing Outstanding Relocation Support

Closing Date: Saturday 31 March 2018

Entries should be submitted to [email protected]

Entry Details

Full name of organisation entering award (as you would like it referred to): Department/team or individual’s name: Address:

Telephone: Email: Website relevant to entry:

Main contact for this entry (name and job title): Telephone: Email:

Name and job title of the person whom the judge should contact for further info (if different from above): Telephone: Email:

Type of organisation and what it does:

Number of employees in the organisation: Number of people in the department/team: Number of employees the

1/4 Relocate Awards 2018, Category D12 School Providing Outstanding Relocation Support department/team is responsible for:

Entry Statement

In your entry statement, you should say what makes your entry inspirational and why you should win this award category. The entry statement should highlight clearly and concisely the factors/features which differentiate your entry from others. You must make clear the link to pupil/family/employer support regarding relocations/international assignments and avoid marketing-speak (250 words max).

Entry Criteria

Give examples of how excellence has been achieved using the following criteria:

a) Added value. Explain, with brief examples, how the focus of your award entry has improved pupil/family/employer outcomes/performance (150 words max.)

b) Agility. Explain, with brief examples, how the focus of your award entry demonstrates efficient, effective and responsive transition and change management (150 words max.)

c) People management. Explain, with brief examples, how the focus of your award entry demonstrates commitment from people (teaching/admin/other staff and parent bodies) in your school supporting pupils/families and employers in an increasingly global and diverse marketplace (150 words max.)

d) Resource management. Explain, with brief examples, how the focus of your award entry demonstrates resource efficiency and cost-effectiveness e.g. time/staff/money, etc. (150 words max.)

e) Innovation and/or technology. Explain, with brief examples, how the focus of your award entry highlights your contribution towards an increasingly positive relocation experience (150 words max.)

We welcome supporting material in a low-resolution digital format, as an MS Word file, a PDF (A4) or a PowerPoint presentation, to a maximum of five pages. You may also supply, via a link to YouTube or similar, a brief video (maximum two minutes) demonstrating the character of your organisation.

For competition rules/judging, etc, see relocateglobal.com

2 Relocate Awards 2018, Category D12 School Providing Outstanding Relocation Support I have read and accepted the Relocate Awards rules.

This entry is authorised by: (Please give a named individual, including contact details)

How to Enter

Complete one entry form for each category entered, and submit it by email to [email protected]. Receipt of entries will be confirmed.

Enquiries: [email protected], +44 (0)1892 891334.

CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES: Saturday 31 March 2018

For each entry, make sure you have submitted:

. An entry form, including:

o Entry statement (250 words max.) o Entry criteria evidence (five criteria x 150 words max.) o Supporting material (if submitting) o Brief video via a link to YouTube or similar (if submitting)

Additional Entries

Please submit one entry form for each award category entered.

You may enter one award category free of charge. Each additional entry will be charged at £150.00 + VAT. Please pay by PayPal, or request an invoice to make payment by BACS.

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AWARD PROFILE As employees with children become more reluctant to take up a relocation move or international assignment, it is increasingly important for schools to support relocating pupils transitioning to a new school and location and also their parents. A good relocation experience for families is vital to avoid international assignment or relocation failure. A successful, timely and stress-free relocation supports talent retention and promotes employer brand for best practice organisations. This award is open to state, independent and international schools from any country. The school should demonstrate how it provides outstanding support to relocating pupils and their families, as

3/4 Relocate Awards 2018, Category D12 School Providing Outstanding Relocation Support well as to international students (probably boarders) electing to study outside of their native country. Examples of flexibility around admissions, an understanding of the employer’s perspective and case studies regarding unusual requirements can be provided to demonstrate the schools understanding of relocation issues. Schools entering are likely to offer some of the following: language/native language tuition and cross-cultural support and access to relocation resources, or have strong connections with relocation professionals, have an active parent/teacher body offering a range of support, resources and social events for pupils and families. Schools entering this category should be able to demonstrate an ethos of global mindedness and the value of cross-cultural awareness even if the percentage of relocating pupils is small. Explain how the school community welcomes new arrivals and prepares pupils to say goodbye, adding value to their learning and social experience for however long they attend. Holiday clubs and learning or activity camps, out of term language or specialist subject coaching all help to support relocating families and smooth the transition to a new school and location. Such initiatives might be reported. Initiatives with relocation agents or education consultants can be described. Examples of settling in support, relocation resources, practical help with location orientation, career/job finding support for the accompanying partner and access to expatriate or family support groups can all be cited. Entrants must explain:  How the admissions team supports applications from relocating families  The range of relocation support the school provides  Who they are aimed at i.e. pupil, parent, employer, relocation professionals  In what way the school provides an excellent service and significant contribution to the successful relocation of pupils and their families, with supporting evidence  How the school goes the extra mile with pupils who find relocation challenging or need support to make the next move The judges will be looking for proof of consistently high standards and excellent service – for example, parent/employer testimonials, feedback forms and/or survey results. Subject to sufficient breadth of entries, we will subdivide this category to reward different types and size of school.