teachers, and students
school-improvement journey, we can
help guide the way with processes, tools,
and actionable evidence to break
through the noise to what's best
for your students.
Integrated learning at every level of a school
LEADERS
School leadership teams use our strategies and tools in a nested, evidence-based process that strengthens learning culture and leadership capability, uncovers actions and opportunities, and removes barriers to success.
TEACHERS
Our professional development approach enhances what teachers are already doing and amplifies their impact on students’ experiences through a focus on authentic assessment, learning design, and well-being. giving teachers a clearer picture of their students and their needs.
STUDENTS
Students engage in student-centered learning experiences rooted in curricular discovery, growth, and contribution, and that help them become leaders in their school and beyond.
Framework
What will students learn?
SELF-UNDERSTANDING
Understanding who you are and how you can contribute
CONNECTION
Connecting with others, your learning, and the world
KNOWLEDGE
Having a solid foundation in your school’s core curriculum
COMPETENCY
Solving challenges with collaboration, communication, and critical and creative thinking
Two ways to get started with The Learner First
We provide custom professional development services built around proven processes along with measurement tools and support every step of the way.
Signature Schools
The Learner First’s Signature Schools follow a multi-level process for implementing Contributive Learning throughout the building.
- A comprehensive assessment of strengths and opportunities
- Leadership culture and capability building
- Instructional design and assessment workshops
- Tools to align vision, strategy, and practice across school and district levels
- Collaborative showcasing across an international network of schools
Partner Schools
Looking to start with a part of the process? The Learner First’s partner schools engage in focused professional learning in an identified area of opportunity.
Get started with The Learner First Process
Research and Evidence
Research based, field proven, evidence driven
Our proven strategies, processes, and tools have been published in multiple best-selling books and implemented in countries across the globe
Aligned with Danielson Framework and CASEL components
Our Training Approach
The link between academic success and well-being
Academic settings can pose particular challenges for supporting students in all the ways teachers want to. There’s a lot of content to cover, and in limited time. Adding well-being focuses to the mix doesn’t have to take time away from teaching. Instead, it should enhance how the curriculum is taught, making teaching and learning more engaging for all.
ALL OUR WORKSHOPS ARE
- Actionable and personalized for all leaders and teachers
- Manageable for everyday application in classrooms and schools
- Data informed and evidence driven
- Student centered
Professional Development Outcomes
- Stronger connections with students.
- More intentional and purposeful practice.
- Positive environments more reflective of students.
- Better support to prioritise students’ well-being.
- Greater capability to design and integrate curricular learning and SEL.
- Improved academic and well-being outcomes.
- Increased teacher confidence and collaboration.
- A more meaningful and engaging experience.
Program Spotlight: Mathematics
We help you move from policy to practice with universal, sustainable
instructional practices that build expertise.
WE PROVIDE
- A series of hand-ons instructional workshops in person or remote
- Immediately actionable tools for higher engagement
- Training on how to weave in life skills
- Tools that apply to any curriculum
- Methods that are proven, global and measurable
- Increased teacher confidence and affirmations
Contributive Learning develops self-understanding, connection, knowledge, and competency.
When these come together, we add to the world. And that leads to meaning, fulfillment, and well-being.
Reach out today to learn more or get started!
Develop self-understanding.
Cultivate knowledge.
Foster competency.
Make connections.
Don’t bring down—lift people up.
Don’t subtract—add to the world.
Learn to contribute, in your way, every day.
