December 14, 2020

Business Studies: Where Students Take Theory to the Real World

“Create realistic content…come up with real-world challenges… and show learners the consequences”. Jackie Van Nice Let’s be honest, in all our schools the students learn about theories, models, and philosophies. We all know that these concepts are of course extremely important in the development of students. However, sometimes students need a little more than just …

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Why We Value Co-curricular Activities For Our Students

A 2018 study by Edinburgh University showed that 81% of parents felt co-curricular activities enhanced their child’s academic studies and 95% felt co-curricular activities had a positive influence on their child’s personal growth. At Rugby School Thailand, we continually see evidence of our co-curricular programme enhancing the educational journey of students. Having comprehensive co-curricular provision gives pupils more opportunities …

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Choosing a great Sixth Form for your child

What makes a great Sixth Form? The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) A key decision for students heading into Sixth Form is which route to take in order to have access to a wide range of opportunities at University and beyond. The IBDP is one of the most exciting and rigorous academic programmes, found in …

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University Bound? Why A Levels are a Great Choice for Students Planning on Attending Uni

A Levels are often regarded as the gold standard for university applications, so we’re going to look at why they are a great option. A Levels are internationally recognised qualifications, based on the British curriculum, that allow access to almost all universities or professional training courses around the world. As an international school sending students …

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ISB Alumni Around the World Respond to COVID-19

Community service is a key component in the International School Bangkok curriculum. In line with our vision to enrich communities, many generations of ISB students have given back to the community alongside their classroom education. Continuing in this same spirit of generosity, ISB alumni and community members have stepped forward admirably in the fight against …

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2020 KIS Virtual Open House

KIS Connects Virtual Open House is designed for students and families to connect with the KIS Community and its members. Michelle Quirrin, KIS School Director, David Lindberg our Director of Admissions and Alumni Relations, and the Principal of the school that you are interested in learning about will present all that KIS has to offer. …

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AMADEUS Vienna Adds Chinese To Their List Of Languages Classes

With language comes knowledge, and with knowledge comes the ability to understand. Chinese is the most widely spoken language globally, and students who can speak English and Chinese at the same time will be real international communicators with the greatest chance of making a difference to the world. Ms. Wang, Chinese Teacher at AMADEUS, emphasizes …

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How do we teach children time management?

How to Help Your Kids Be Better at Managing Their Time

When parents list the goals they have for their children, it is very common for one of those goals to relate to time management in some way. Being able to finish tasks on time (or finishing them at all), knowing how much time to spend on a given activity, and being prepared before a due date …

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What is the International Primary Curriculum (IPC)

The International Primary Curriculum (IPC) is a learning-focused comprehensive curriculum that provides children with opportunities to explore engaging and international themes. It is a philosophy and approach to learning that honor’s how children learn best in a specific age group and it is an approach that is aimed at improving children’s learning. The IPC is …

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Preparing for College Admission in the US During COVID

This year has been unlike any other, so how do you and your child prepare for the college admission process? Embrace the unknown! It WILL be different than any other year. You will have to be flexible and pro-active to determine what steps your potential student will have to take to navigate the college admission …

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