GIV(E) in Action

SCIE Global Citizenship

A self-determined journey toward evolving global awareness and sustainable action

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP AT SCIE

Global citizenship at SCIE is lived through experience. It takes shape when students collaborate across cultures, engage thoughtfully with their community, and recognise how their actions influence the world around them. Whether they are leading service activities, participating in theme activities, connecting with partner schools, or reflecting through the GCA programme, students learn that they are part of something larger than themselves. Each opportunity invites them to broaden their perspective, strengthen their character, and develop the skills needed to contribute positively to an interconnected world. Here, global citizenship is not a concept – it is a self determined journey students actively shape, reflect on, and carry with them as they grow.

Global Citizenship Award (GCA)

The Global Citizenship Award is the College’s programme designed to document and reward students’ achievements outside of the formally assessed curriculum. This award encourages students to reflect on the core values of global citizenship through their developmental experiences in various non-academic areas of the curriculum such as community involvement, House involvement, extra-curricular activities, leadership, personal well-being, competitions and 21st Century skills.

Core Attributes – Foundations of Global Citizenship

Intercultural Understanding
Global Awareness
Service Learning

21^st Century skills – Equipping for the Future

Collaboration
Creativity
Communication
Character & Wellbeing
Critical Thinking
Outdoors Challenge
Citizenship (Digital)

Specialisms – Areas of Distinction

ExceptionalAcademic Study
Multilingual Communication
Leadership & Action
Exceptional Personal Achievement

The reflections are uploaded, and the final outcomes are recorded on the CMS.

Aims of the Programme

To inspire SCIE students to develop the values and skills needed to positively impact their global community.
To encourage meaningful reflection on their contribution and the effect it has on themselves and others.
To guide students in building an e-portfolio for Bronze, Silver, or Gold award submission.
To formally acknowledge students’ achievements beyond academics.
To provide opportunities for external recognition, including nominations for awards such as the EARCOS Global Citizenship Award.

What are the benefits of the GCA?

Develop a deeper understanding of global issues and current events.
Reflect on their personal values and what matters to them.
Apply classroom learning to real-world contexts.
Challenge ignorance, stereotypes, and intolerance.
Engage meaningfully with local, national, and global communities.
Build confidence in forming arguments and expressing their opinions.
Recognise their ability to make a positive impact.
Strengthen their profiles for university applications.

How do I join?

Students may join the GCA at any time, though starting in G1 is encouraged.

They submit reflections and evidence on CMS for feedback and can resubmit as many times as needed until they achieve “Competent” for each attribute.

The award has three levels: Bronze (4 attributes), Silver (8 attributes), and Gold (12 attributes).

Service Learning and Community Engagement

SCIE students engage with the world beyond the classroom. Activities such as service-learning projects, community partnerships, intercultural exchanges, and student-led initiatives demonstrate our students’ commitment to contributing positively to their local and global communities.

Themed Activities, Awareness Campaigns and Sustainability

Our themed activities and awareness campaigns are designed to inspire students to think critically, act responsibly, and engage meaningfully with global issues. Through hands-on experiences, cross-curricular projects, and community-focused initiatives, we empower learners to connect classroom knowledge with real-world action. This space showcases how our students develop their skills such as problem solving, creativity, communication and critical thinking. These activities nurture a generation ready to lead positive change.