Support Teachers in Remote Village of East Bali

At the end of 2025, students completed their first semester evaluations and received their report cards. Parents were invited to attend, creating an important opportunity for teachers and families to reflect together on each student’s progress and learning journey. As the new semester began, our teaching team also welcomed a valuable opportunity for professional growth through a collaborative learning program with an experienced educator supporting EBPP.

In mid-January, EBPP welcomed the return of volunteer educator Chris Frankland for a two-week training visit. During this time, teachers worked closely with him to continue developing the Cooperative Learning approaches he first introduced in mid-2024.

The program focused on strengthening practical classroom strategies, especially for teachers working in the lower elementary grades. Training sessions explored effective ways to support literacy and numeracy development. A key principle emphasized during the workshops was that reading, writing, and basic numeracy should be taught in an integrated way through meaningful activities rather than as separate subjects.

Through workshops and collaborative discussions, teachers practiced designing lessons that actively engage students while strengthening foundational skills. These approaches encourage students to think critically, participate in group discussions, and build confidence as active learners.

Teachers also held reflective sessions to review their teaching practices and examine the syllabus, particularly for Grades 1–3. Together they explored how lessons can better match the cognitive development of younger students by making learning more concrete, contextual, and interactive.

This two-week collaboration provided meaningful professional development and reinforced the value of student-centered teaching. By integrating literacy, numeracy, and cooperative learning strategies, EBPP teachers continue working to create engaging learning environments that support every student’s growth and potential.

We are deeply grateful for the support that makes opportunities like this possible and helps strengthen the quality of education at EBPP.

Over the past four months, EBPP teachers have continued to grow professionally through various trainings, workshops, and monthly Learning Community discussions aimed at improving teaching quality and student learning outcomes.

As part of our professional development, English teachers joined two workshops at the Indonesia Australia Language Foundation (IALF) Bali: Creating Engaging Activities and Lesson Plans (16 August 2025) and Effective Methods for Teaching Speaking and Listening (5 October 2025). These sessions strengthened our ability to design creative, interactive, and student-centred lessons that enhance student engagement and confidence.

EBPP teachers also held monthly Learning Community meetings to discuss classroom challenges, share best practices, and explore strategies to improve teaching across all schools. The discussions focused on Competency Credit Standards, student behaviour management through a point-based system, the psychological impact of social media, and literacy improvement through read-aloud activities and illustrated short stories created by our art teacher. Additionally, the public relations (Humas) team conducted regular home visits to students at all levels to identify personal challenges and provide tailored support, ensuring that every learner receives the attention they need to thrive.

In October, teachers also participated in a training on Lesson Planning with the Deep Learning Model and Coding and the Use of Technology in Teaching, organized by the Local Government Education Office. This program helped us integrate innovative and technology-based approaches into classroom learning, making lessons more dynamic and relevant.

We sincerely thank all GlobalGiving donors and supporters for making these professional development activities possible. Your continued generosity empowers EBPP teachers to keep learning, improving, and inspiring our students every day. With your support, we can continue to build a brighter and more hopeful future for children in our communities.