In this episode with Gavin McCormack, we explore his journey from struggling student to global education leader, and how one teacher’s belief changed everything. Gavin shares insights on connection-based teaching, the power of modelling behaviour, and how his platform UpSchool is helping students create real-world impact through purposeful, project-based learning.
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More About Gavin
Gavin McCormack is a co-founder of Upschool.co, a platform that empowers students to learn entrepreneurship skills that have real impact. With more than 20 years of experience as a Montessori-trained educator, he has taught in multiple countries and developed a passion for innovative educational practices. Gavin is the Montessori Australia Ambassador, a TEDx speaker, and the best-selling author of children’s books and a guide for parents on Montessori education. He has built schools, libraries, and teacher training centres in Nepal and has been recognised as one of the top ten most influential global educators from 2019 to 2024 and recently won the Outstanding Global Contribution to Education Award for 2024 at the GESS Awards in Dubai.
Website: upschool.co
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