Soma Mandal Wins Cambridge Teacher Award 2026

Overview

Soma Mandal has won the South Asia regional award in the Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards 2026.

The award was announced by Cambridge University Press & Assessment .

She received the honour for her important contribution to environmental and climate change education.

Her work focuses on helping students understand:

• Climate change

• Sustainability

• Environmental responsibility

• Real-world environmental challenges

The award highlights the growing importance of climate education in schools.

Global Recognition for Teaching Excellence

Thousands of Nominations From Around the World

The Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards are held every year to honour outstanding teachers across the world.

For the 2026 edition:

• More than 12,000 nominations were received

• Entries came from 126 countries

• Judges shortlisted 90 teachers globally

• Nine regional winners were selected

Soma Mandal emerged as the South Asia regional winner.

This achievement brought international recognition to her teaching work and environmental awareness efforts.

Why Soma Mandal Was Chosen

Focus on Climate Awareness and Sustainability

Soma Mandal was recognised for making environmental learning meaningful for students.

Her teaching methods encourage students to:

• Understand climate change

• Discuss environmental problems

• Explore practical solutions

• Build awareness about sustainability

She also focuses on:

• Student confidence

• Leadership skills

• Safe classroom learning

• Real-world problem solving

Her classroom approach connects education with future environmental challenges.

Importance of Climate Education

Preparing Students for the Future

Climate change has become one of the biggest global challenges.

Schools now play an important role in teaching students about:

• Environmental protection