Lodge Park Technology College in Shetland Way, Corby, will next week receive the International School Award at a high-profile ceremony in London.
The school has put on a range of projects to help youngsters understand the wider world, including vi
sits to its partner school in Beijing, an annual residential trip to Germany, a yearly visit to the European Parliament, an art visit to New York and a GCSE French visit to its partner school in Paris.
Deputy headteacher Sandra Dickson said: "We are delighted to be officially recognised for our development of the global dimension in all aspects of the curriculum.
"Students and staff have benefited greatly from our international work both in terms of intercultural dialogue and first-hand experience of life in another country.
"The work we do breaks down barriers and helps students reach a better understanding of each other's culture, history, tradition and social standing. It is invaluable preparation for young people as they prepare for their future.
"This award also recognises the pioneering work we are doing with other schools locally, particularly primary schools, and it has been a privilege to work with colleagues within the county in the role of adviser to help more schools achieve this award."
Other projects the school has taken part in include a Swedish exchange, multicultural arts day, a history battlefields visit to Belgium and sixth form visit to Berlin.
Religious education students visited Auschwitz, geography pupils held a Japan Day and Year 10 pupils took part in a European awareness project.
The school is currently co-ordinating a 'Connecting Classrooms' scheme involving two local primary schools, three schools in Ethiopia and three schools in Nigeria.
The International School Award was started in 1999 to recognise schools leading the way in bringing a global dimension into the learning experience of children. It is funded by the Government's Department for Communities, Schools and Families and managed by the British Council.
British Council chief executive Martin Davidson said: "We believe international links bring a vitally important dimension to the education of our young people, ensuring they build the skills and understanding to become global citizens."
About 1,200 schools have been given the award in the past 10 years, and the scheme also operated in India, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Lebanon and Pakistan.
The award will be presented by broadcaster George Alagiah.
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