ABSTRACT
This chapter presents a conceptual framework for understanding the term globalisation and how it links to primary education. Globalisation explored as a concept to see how relevant knowledge is generated using ideas from empirical and methodological studies. The chapter focuses on critical race theories to shed light on to the contested nature of race/ethnicity and its links to globalisation. The role of leaders is reviewed in embedding globalisation ideas into the primary curriculum, be they thematic or subject orientated. The chapter considers what support strategies might be useful for globally diverse learners such as those with English as an Additional Language (EAL). The notion of partnerships with the wider community is considered to further develop a critical review of the curriculum showing a global perspective. With the rise of Islamophobia noted in different press, the chapter explores on what the ethical issues are and what leaders can do to address some of these in an educational context.
