A selection of our favourite tweets detailing Andria’s journey after being named the “world’s best teacher”.
Andria has just been appointed MBE in the New Year Honours 2019. Click here to read more.
Hear from @Andriazaf MBE, the first British winner of the Global @TeacherPrize, on what it means to be recognised in the New Year’s Honours list and why it’s important to recognise others 🎖️
Nominate someone here: https://t.co/6DqsglT1AJ#NYHonours pic.twitter.com/O0FTxpwUzG
— Cabinet Office (@cabinetofficeuk) December 29, 2018
Watch highlights from the #SouthBankShow broadcast on @SkyArts about the importance of arts in education with Melvyn Bragg, our Global @TeacherPrize winner @Andriazaf and students from @AlpertonCS #ArtsMatter @ArtistsIR @dcptv_uk pic.twitter.com/H2YVpHA7ht
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) December 20, 2018
Join Melvyn Bragg tonight @10pm on @SkyArts as The #SouthBankShow highlights the importance of the arts in education, featuring 2018 Global Teacher Prize winner @Andriazaf and some of the UK’s leading figures from the arts who are tackling this issue head-on #ArtsEd #ArtsMatter pic.twitter.com/giQyYf8ec3
— Directors Cut Productions (@dcptv_uk) December 12, 2018
Many thanks to @Andriazaf and @ArtistsIR for inviting @LewisHamilton to our school last week and creating such an amazing opportunity for our students. Lewis was a huge inspiration to them and an exceptional example of hard work and commitment! pic.twitter.com/9kLxqFyhuQ
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) November 22, 2018
Taking part in the #LearntoLive campaign, our art teacher @andriazaf was deeply moved by the stories of our students @EveningStandard @WarChildUK @ArtistsIR
https://t.co/xN0f18VNVW— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) November 22, 2018
Spent the day with two extraordinary people @andriazaf & @conniehenry11 ;both promoting #socialmobility through #education #sport #art “You have to believe you are more than the circumstances that you are born into” @trackacademy @gesforum @teacherprize @artistsIR @AlpertonCS pic.twitter.com/h2zq9DuXK2
— Arup Ganguly ✌🏽🕊🎨 (@ArupGanguly14) November 6, 2018
We are delighted to see Global #Teacherprize winner @andriazaf chosen as one of the top 10 most influential Londoners. Congratulations, Andria! https://t.co/AOUBRdC9B8 @standardnews pic.twitter.com/VW3YSFMr5T
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) October 11, 2018
In Sweden today celebrating teachers and our profession with @NobelPrize laureates. Very appropriate theme: Teach Love & Understanding #NobelCalling #TeacherSummit @TeacherPrize pic.twitter.com/IPY6ayS7qF
— Andria Zafirakou (@Andriazaf) October 5, 2018
Fantastic few days in New York. Last night was quite something as @Andriazaf was invited by the @Mets to throw the first pitch at their game. What a great honour for all #teachers and for the @TeacherPrize – watch this and RT pls. pic.twitter.com/QyYY57v084
— Vikas Pota (@vikaspota) September 26, 2018
“I knew what I had to do, I had to start a mission…to help fix a mess, to raise the profile of arts in our schools.” @Andriazaf we 💛 you!#ArtsEd #creativefutures
‘Teacher who won $1m will use windfall to get artists into schools’ https://t.co/8oFNfifoYg pic.twitter.com/nlO5k9qfOq
— Art&Design Leeds (@AandDLeeds) July 26, 2018
President Anastasiades presents overseas Cypriots with medals for outstanding service https://t.co/6rNaRfHnR5#OverseasCypriots #WorldwideCypriots @Andriazaf pic.twitter.com/AwCF3DqDHM
— Parikiaki Newspaper (@Parikiaki) July 26, 2018
We enjoyed no.11 event last night discussing the value of culture with government and donors #culturematters @HENLEYDARREN @Andriazaf Sir Nick Serota @richardrussell1 pic.twitter.com/tGTlsDiToz
— Arts Council England (@ace_national) July 20, 2018
This year’s #TeacherPrize Winner @Andriazaf wants parents and schools to work together in order for all young girls to experience wider opportunities. pic.twitter.com/Br6ijgQ26O
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) June 27, 2018
Our Art teacher @Andriazaf, winner of the Global @TeacherPrize 2018, launches @ArtistsIR today at @AlpertonCS. The organisation seeks to promote arts in schools, giving pupils unparalleled access to work with leading artists.@NaughtyBoyMusic #ArtistsinResidence pic.twitter.com/clin5tqtve
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) June 26, 2018
So much inspiration coming from this woman! Thank you so much for the interview @TVOneNews_CY . It was an honor meeting you @Andriazaf . pic.twitter.com/TjQzjPXMjc
— Stella Stylianou (@st3ls) May 30, 2018
Thrilled to welcome @HENLEYDARREN @stellduffy @miss_mcinerney and OFFICIALLY the world’s best teacher 😉 @Andriazaf to talk about how strong arts make strong schools. @st_reatham setting the scene… #cultureinschools pic.twitter.com/e6pVXsjvcS
— Mairi Ryan (@Mairi) 23 May 2018
“You have to have a generous heart.” Global #TeacherPrize winner @Andriazaf talks to FT columnist and trainee maths teacher @lucykellaway about some of her proudest moments, how every child is different, and why she loves afternoon tea in #LunchwiththeFT https://t.co/XGvaPPbBAt pic.twitter.com/D9Kv3yDBN9
— Varkey Foundation (@VarkeyFdn) 18 May 2018
Seems appropriate to post this photo today, here they’re speaking to @Andriazaf who was introduced by @DamianHinds and @NickGibbUK at an event held by @BorisJohnson for the recently concluded Commonwealth Heads of Govt Summit in London. pic.twitter.com/kZoReY0A7b
— Vikas Pota (@vikaspota) 19 May 2018
.@Andriazaf visited Portugal’s National #TeacherPrize Finalists today.
We cannot wait to find out who the winner will be @GTPportugal pic.twitter.com/A8ansyumQt
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) 15 May 2018
‘When people look back on their best teachers, it is for their warmth, integrity in interactions, going the extra mile’ says @tes in an inspirational article featuring @Andriazaf and our fantastic school @AlpertonCS
Read the full article here: https://t.co/cGnqMPd9wn pic.twitter.com/mkYCjKtzLB
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) 10 May 2018
What does it take to be named the world’s best teacher? @Andriazaf teaches at a community school in London where violent gangs often try to recruit pupils but she goes out of her way to protect her students. Find out more: 📻 https://t.co/wLXC0HQfJz pic.twitter.com/vyx101yfbr
— BBC World Service (@bbcworldservice) 10 May 2018
Brilliant! @Andriazaf and children’s author and illustrator @LizPichon are turning the spotlight on creativity and art in schools on @SkyNews. pic.twitter.com/BuSt9UPIaD
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) 3 May 2018
It’s #TeacherAppreciationDay, so we would like to celebrate and thank all of our amazing teachers in Brent – including UK arts and textiles teacher, @Andriazaf , who won the prize for being named ‘world’s best teacher’ https://t.co/KN8OQ2yTvq pic.twitter.com/PvBtOCWdRX
— Brent Council (@Brent_Council) 9 May 2018
Empowerment through #education can be life-changing for young girls says this year’s Winner of the Global #TeacherPrize @Andriazaf pic.twitter.com/esGxKXIqIv
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) 3 May 2018
.@Andriazaf is delighted with her 26 Miles for 26 Teachers T-Shirt. Well done to @DeanJimRyan of @HGSE for completing the #BostonMarathon in support of educators. pic.twitter.com/Adpi8SQ2Qx
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) 1 May 2018
.@Andriazaf had a wonderful interview with @RobertElms yesterday on @BBCRadioLondon.
You can listen to it here: https://t.co/VgcLfM8gSw pic.twitter.com/w9GsrRzcKb
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) 1 May 2018
Great to meet @Andriazaf winner of @TeacherPrize at the @TheAsianAwards tonight !#TeacherPrize 🏆🏆🏆 pic.twitter.com/g3vfWdRSR6
— Amit Patel (@theampatel) 27 April 2018
To increase the opportunities available for girls, strong relations need to be built between schools and parents says #TeacherPrize Winner @Andriazaf pic.twitter.com/avYUin5twG
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) 26 April 2018
A stimulating talk with @simon_schama, @Andriazaf and our students. Discussing #Art and #History. Thank you to Simon the @BBC pic.twitter.com/30bDrlCoP6
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) 25 April 2018
.@Andriazaf, winner of the Global @TeacherPrize, spoke at @BorisJohnson’s Girls’ Education #CHOGM2018 reception last night. Ms Zafirakou spoke of what needs to be done to achieve a world of equal education.#LeaveNoGirlBehind #SafeSchoolsDeclaration @VarkeyFdn pic.twitter.com/EV9hlTnc4e
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) 20 April 2018
Our very own @Andriazaf, winner of the Global @TeacherPrize, meeting with Prince Harry and Ms. Markle at the ‘Platform for Girls Education’ event last night. #CHOGM2018 #LeaveNoGirlBehind pic.twitter.com/VdZEg3Zble
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) 20 April 2018
The GESF Teacher Masterclass sessions allowed the world’s best #teachers to share their thoughts and tips with others. Watch @Andriazaf‘s session here to see what the Global #TeacherPrize Winner shared https://t.co/7xgVao7TTD pic.twitter.com/p4Y1g7RSGS
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) 16 April 2018
We are very pleased to welcome @teacherprize Winner @Andriazaf and her girls from @AlpertonCS. #teachersmatter #FollowiamtheCODE pic.twitter.com/brYqPP8IL5
— I AM THE CODE* (@i_amthecode) 13 April 2018
Take a look at the highlights of this year’s #GESF where @Andriazaf was named the worthy winner of the Global #TeacherPrize https://t.co/OflbEdf9HE pic.twitter.com/dIPcAszC9z
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) 7 April 2018
We’re celebrating @Andriazaf‘s historic achievement here @AlpertonCS ! Winner of the Global @TeacherPrize 2018! #TeacherPrize pic.twitter.com/j0sDEwP0lZ
— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) 23 March 2018
Our 2018 Global #TeacherPrize champion @Andriazaf met our founder, @sunnyvarkey_ at #GESF, where she received a medal alongside her fellow Top 10 Finalists. pic.twitter.com/0rSuvZJOrs
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) 22 March 2018
Pinch yourself @Andriazaf! Prime Minister @theresa_may congratulates the #TeacherPrize Winner during #PMQs.
Footage courtesy of https://t.co/tV2aLZNF61 pic.twitter.com/cSBrNt2iWT
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) March 21, 2018
We are very proud of Andria here at @AlpertonCS! @jeremycorbyn congratulates @Andriazaf on winning the Global @TeacherPrize 2018. #TeacherPrize
Footage courtesy of : https://t.co/pK0W4AQdjr pic.twitter.com/wSuOmpw5aM— Alperton CS (@AlpertonCS) March 21, 2018
World’s Best Teacher @Andriazaf tells #bbcsp that creative subjects enable children to tap into their creativity and personality.
“That’s when you see fantastic human beings created” pic.twitter.com/27X3LGxcLZ
— BBC Daily Politics and Sunday Politics (@daily_politics) March 25, 2018
The ‘World’s Best Teacher’ got a hero’s welcome in Brent. Andria Zafirakou picked up the global prize in Dubai and has returned to her school to show off the prize to her pupils. pic.twitter.com/11sJ3J4AKy
— ITV London (@itvlondon) March 26, 2018
An arts and textiles teacher from north London has been named the best in the world! Huge congratulations to @Andriazaf from @AlpertonCS in the @TeacherPrize! pic.twitter.com/QGVlEtbx2M
— BBC Breakfast (@BBCBreakfast) March 19, 2018
“It’s a great responsibility that I now have” – ‘World’s best teacher’ Andria Zafirakou discusses her $1m award win pic.twitter.com/g9rU0z1SEM
— Sky News (@SkyNews) March 22, 2018
.@DamianHinds :“It’s a mark of a strong society how we treat children who are most in need of our support”. #ExclusionsReview https://t.co/b3E33MTfJq pic.twitter.com/sAJTu6z7Xc
— DfE (@educationgovuk) March 16, 2018
.@Andriazaf is the first ever UK winner of the Global #TeacherPrize. This is what her students think about her new title https://t.co/g0jzNH3I5S pic.twitter.com/ZhyfJDb3ss
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) March 23, 2018
Winner of the Global Teacher Prize, Andria Zafirakou, congratulated by the Prime Minister yesterday. #TeacherPrize @Andriazaf @VarkeyFdn @GESForum @AlpertonCS pic.twitter.com/Q6uyxKpe02
— Nick Gibb (@NickGibbUK) March 22, 2018
It was a pleasure to meet Andria Zafirakou, the first UK winner of @GESForum’s Global Teacher Prize. Congratulations on your award – TB #GESF2018 pic.twitter.com/GHi7MGRONk
— Tony Blair Institute (@InstituteGC) March 18, 2018
Andria Zafirakou, who teaches at a school in north London, has won a $1m Global Teacher Prize.
She gave an inspirational speech as she picked up her award – here’s why she won it.
Read more: https://t.co/muoEt7JKcJ pic.twitter.com/58kWeKf41x
— ITV News (@itvnews) March 18, 2018
Absolutely fantastic to see London teacher Andria Zafirakou chosen from out of 30,000 applicants from around the world to win the Global Teacher Prize. Our warmest congratulations to @AndriaZaf and staff at @AlpertonCS for this very well-deserved honour https://t.co/gncqJcACfu
— Mayor of London (@MayorofLondon) March 18, 2018
UK teacher wins global best teacher prize https://t.co/SyRD8AolOf
— BBC News (UK) (@BBCNews) March 18, 2018
