Category Archives: education

Teaching in Latvia – Compared to the UK

Posted on January 8, 2017 by Englishman in Latvia

Education, Education, Education – Part 3 Before I start, I think it only fair to point out that these are my first impressions. I have only had 4 months teaching experience in the Latvian education system so I have much … Continue reading →

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Celebration Time – Come On

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Englishman in Latvia

Party season really started in earnest this week; pre Jani party on Tuesday and dancing in the street with excellent live bands at a packed Kalnciema Kvartāls on Thursday and a school graduation celebration on Friday. Three midweek socials; life was … Continue reading →

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First Day at Work in Latvia

Posted on May 11, 2014 by Englishman in Latvia

A very interesting first day at the International School of Latvia. I’m not sure what the leadership team in my previous schools would think about if they could see, students not wearing uniforms, pupils hugging pupils, teachers hugging pupils, teachers … Continue reading →

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