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What does wellbeing really look like when a new staff member arrives at your school? I’ve been thinking a lot about the difference between being welcoming and actually creating a culture that supports wellbeing. A school can be incredibly friendly. People smile, invite you for coffee, show you around, check in and say, “Just let me know if you need anything.” And all of those things matter. But what happens when the new staff member actually needs something? Who helps them n

Many international schools have become more intentional about onboarding in recent years, with greater awareness around wellbeing, and transition support. At the same time, some schools still treat it largely as an administrative process focused on paperwork, and compliance rather than supporting families through a major life transition.