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ICONS

The International Cross of Nails Schools (ICONS)

Building Cultures of Peace, Reconciliation and Human Flourishing

ICONS is an international network of schools committed to helping young people build bridges, celebrate difference and become peacemakers in their communities

ICONS is an international network of primary and secondary schools - large and small, diverse in culture and context - united by a shared vision to nurture peace, forgiveness, and reconciliation through transformative education

Explore the ICONS network and how it all began here.

In our network we have:

  • over 18 international
  • over 18 Secondary
  • over 30 Primary
  • 11 All-through schools

We have ICONS in Germany, Northern Ireland, Austria, Netherlands, South Africa, Israel/Palestine, USA and Hong Kong, as well as our many partner schools in the UK.

In joining the ICONS network, schools also become partners with the Community of the Cross of Nails and are welcomed into an even wider family of peace organisations, places of worship, and training and retreat centres all working towards peace and reconciliation in their respective communities.

Why ICONS?

Schools today face increasing challenges around belonging, conflict, division and wellbeing.

ICONS helps schools create cultures where relationships flourish, differences are valued and every child can contribute to a more peaceful future.

Rooted in the internationally recognised work of Coventry Cathedral and the Community of the Cross of Nails, ICONS equips schools to embed peacebuilding, reconciliation and restorative approaches throughout school life.

ICONS embrace the three themes of its sister organisation, the Community of the Cross of Nails:

  • Healing the Wounds of History
  • Living with Difference and Celebrating Diversity
  • Building a Culture of Justice and Peace

Working closely within the curriculum, we give staff and pupils the tools to explore how to live with differences and to celebrate diversity and how to foster dialogue and restorative practices.

Find out how we can work with your school here.

We believe children and young people can positively impact their school and local community, challenge prejudice, foster peaceful relationships and celebrate diversity.

We believe schools are the exact right place to learn and practice how to be peacebuilders.

We believe that both staff and students need to learn how to manage conflict in positive and creative ways.

ICONS Events

The ICONS team is currently planning an exciting catalogue of events for the academic year 2026/27. Please check back in later in the summer.

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