Welcome to the International Schools Mathematics Teacher Foundation Official Website
Collaboratively Enhancing Mathematics Education in International Schools
ISMTF champions the advancement of mathematical education for our member schools and their students, fostering a collective passion for learning and enjoying mathematics. Together, we cultivate a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing among members and actively supports their professional development.
Established in Vienna in 1993, ISMTF has grown to become a vibrant network of approximately 70 international schools spanning Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
ISMTF operates as an autonomous association dedicated to creating a collaborative platform where educators can exchange experiences and engage in activities designed to support their teaching efforts. Our mission extends beyond the classroom, aiming to help students discover and revel in the intrinsic beauty of mathematics.
ISMTF ACTIVITIES
Professional development opportunities designed to promote working together in the international mathematics education community.
Organising activities to enable students to meet and exchange experiences with like-minded students from other schools.
ISMTF ANNUAL COMPETITIONS
Middle school competition for students up to the age of 14 years
Junior competition for students up to the age of 16 years
Senior competition for the high school student of any age.
ISMTF COMPETITONS 2024-25
VC
VIRTUAL MATH
COMPETITION
2024
Virtual Senior: Nov. 4 – Nov. 10
Virtual Junior: Nov. 11 – Nov. 17
Virtual MS: Nov. 18 – Nov. 24
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Oct. 25, 2024
SC
SENIOR MATH
COMPETITION
2025
University of Vienna
Location: Vienna, Austria
Dates: February 22. - 23. 2025
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Nov. 22, 2024
JC
JUNIOR MATH
COMPETITION
2025
Zurich International School
Location: Zurich, Switzerland
Dates: February 08. - 09. 2025
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Nov. 22, 2024
MC
MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH
COMPETITION
2025
University of Vienna
Location: Vienna, Austria
Dates: March. 01. - 02. 2025
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Nov. 22, 2024
ISMTF TEACHERS
ISMTF offers professional development activities aimed at improving the teaching of mathematics at member schools. Such activities include the use of technology in the classroom, best practices, problem-solving and investigation approaches, as well as addressing issues related to international examinations.
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
The International Schools Mathematics Teacher Foundation's (ISMTF) mission is to provide support in the enrichment of teaching and learning mathematics, nurture a strong community of international mathematics educators, and generate increased interest in and enthusiasm for mathematics among students.