For International Schools

Why ChessWisdom fits an IB / international education

A thinking toolkit, not just a game

ChessWisdom is a chess learning platform built around the habits international schools value most — inquiry, reflection, and principled decision-making. It pairs a full chess engine with an AI coach that turns every move into a short, age-appropriate life lesson, helping students grow as thinkers both on and off the board.

Education Portal

Open the teacher & school dashboard — classes, assignments, and student progress on education.chesswisdom.com.

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Aligned with the IB Learner Profile

Inquirers

Curiosity drives every puzzle, opening line, and post-game reflection.

Thinkers

Chess trains students to analyse, anticipate consequences, and reason deeply.

Reflective

The WisdomCoach journal and post-game deep dives turn each game into a learning moment.

Principled

Fair play, turn-taking, and respect for opponents are built into the game itself.

Open-minded

Students face varied styles, cultures, and ideas through global play.

Risk-takers

Calculated sacrifice and courage under pressure are core chess skills.

How a school can use it

Chess Club

Run weekly sessions with bots, online play, and a built-in tournament bracket.

Thinking Skills

Tie puzzles and reflections to ATL thinking and self-management skills.

House Competition

The Saturday Weekend Championship gives students a recurring event to rally around.

Safe & low-friction

  • No personal data required to play — the app is public and account-optional.
  • Age-appropriate content, with reading levels from primary through secondary.
  • Lessons are calm, positive, and tied to real-world character development.
  • Teachers can run a chess club or classroom activity with zero setup.

Request approval or a demo

Happy to share a short demo, answer questions, or adapt the platform for a school chess program. Reach out and I’ll respond promptly.

henryumills@icloud.com
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