Sadaff Azam

Had the opportunity to attend an insightful CPD session by OxfordAQA at Movenpick Islamabad, led by Jamie Kirkaldy, Head of Teaching and Learning Development. The training centred on strengthening… | Sadaff Azam Had the opportunity to attend an insightful CPD session by OxfordAQA at Movenpick Islamabad, led by Jamie Kirkaldy, Head of Teaching and Learning Development. The training centred on strengthening Critical Thinking Skills, a core competency for meaningful, future-focused education. What resonated mo...

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It was a privilege to participate in an engaging and forward-looking discussion on educational collaboration between Pakistan and Türkiye, alongside esteemed fellow educationists. The session was graciously hosted by H.E. Dr. Irfan Neziroğlu, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Pakistan. The event was organized by the Private Educational Institutions Regulatory Authority (PEIRA) at the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye. I had the honour of representing Red Oak High by the Treehouse in my capacity as High School Principal. We look forward to fostering a meaningful and enduring partnership with Türkiye—our close friend and trusted ally—in the field of education and beyond.

It was an absolute honour to address the graduating class of 2025 — the pioneer batch of IGCSE — and their proud parents as the High School Principal at the Red Oak High Graduation Ceremony! A truly historic moment where remarkable achievements were celebrated, and heartfelt gratitude filled the air. Feeling deeply blessed! 🙌🏼✨

Grateful and overjoyed, I celebrate the remarkable success of our very first IGCSE batch — a journey that began in 2020 when Naadiya Khan- Manzur hired and trusted me to start The Treehouse School's… | Sadaff Azam Grateful and overjoyed, I celebrate the remarkable success of our very first IGCSE batch — a journey that began in 2020 when Naadiya Khan- Manzur hired and trusted me to start The Treehouse School's Middle School. With the launch of Red Oak High in 2022 with IGCSE, we set out with the clear object...

Cambridge Climate Quest launches in Pakistan to educate youth on climate change | Sadaff Azam posted on the topic | LinkedIn At the launch of Cambridge Climate Quest - Pakistan edition, a pioneering initiative bringing climate literacy to young learners across the country. This programme—developed in collaboration with Cambridge Zero and LUMS, marks a powerful step toward empowering our youth to understand and tackle th...

I’m happy to share that I’ve Alhamdulillah obtained a new Holistic Life Coaching certification: 'Visionary Coach Certificate' from YouVision International! Thank you for the opprtunity, training and… | Sadaff Azam I’m happy to share that I’ve Alhamdulillah obtained a new Holistic Life Coaching certification: 'Visionary Coach Certificate' from YouVision International! Thank you for the opprtunity, training and the certificate, YouVision Official! :)

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'Education Roundtable: Shaping the Future of International Education with Cambridge'

Had the privilege of attending the conference as Principal High School, Red Oak High, along with many other Cambridge school leaders and teacher trainers, including Bilqees Asif, our Chemistry teacher and Cambridge trainer.

The key takeaways from the Conference arranged by Cambridge International, that resonated with me:

1. Encourage Free Thinking and creativity in students.
2. Emphasize Free Play for holistic development.
3. Prioritize Mental and Emotional Wellbeing, alongside academic achievement.
4. Unique Selling Point (USP) help students stand out in college admissions.
5. Guide Screen-Dominated Children with purposeful direction.
6. Foster Active Listening strategies.
7. Climate Crisis: Education is key to tackling it; Cambridge seeks collaborations.
8. AI in Education: Essential role in enhancing learning experiences.
9. News= Cambridge Exams Going Digital (2026): Initial rollout for 6 subjects.

Actionable Insights:

- Integrate free thinking and problem-solving exercises into curriculum.
- Allocate time for unstructured play to promote creativity and social skills.
- Implement holistic, emotional intelligence and mental wellbeing programs.
- Help students identify and develop their USP for college applications.
- Set boundaries and goals for screen time to promote healthy habits. Strike a balance.
- Incorporate active learning and listening strategies into teaching practices.
- Integrate climate education and sustainability into curriculum.
- Explore collaboration opportunities with Cambridge to address climate crisis.
- Leverage AI-powered tools for teaching and learning.
- Develop AI literacy and digital citizenship skills in students.
- Develop strategies for responsible AI integration, ensuring human-centered learning.
- Enrol and prepare students for Digital Cambridge exams, launching in 2026.

Rod Smith, Group Managing Director, Cambridge University Press and Assessment concluded with the words:
"Together we shape the Learner,
Together we shape the Future!"

Profound thanks to Cambridge, all worthy speakers and country director, Uzma Yousuf for facilitating this insightful experience.

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