by LYIS When we think about school leadership, the usual suspects come to mind: vision, discipline, innovation, and maybe even a touch of charisma, that special ‘x factor’ that you can’t fake. It is none of these I want to consider in this article but another crucial aspect that often gets overlooked, which can make […]
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by Benjamin Derrick For children, the thrill of adventure hinges on one key ingredient: risk. It’s this instinct that drives them to explore and embrace excitement through play. Yet as parents and educators, we often grapple with the question: how do we keep our children safe while also allowing them the freedom to explore and
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by André Double Context At the pinnacle of any leader’s career, is an ability to plan for succession – consistently developing leaders. It isn’t easy, for it requires a leader to develop outstanding relationships, and build trust – both while consistently getting stuff done. John Maxwell cites it as a consistent practice of ‘Level 5
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by Amy Lucas Introduction Leading a new international school in Yangon, Myanmar, has been a journey filled with both immense opportunities and significant challenges. As the country evolves on the global stage, there is an increasing demand for high-quality education that meets international standards while remaining accessible. For educators driven by a vision to inspire
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by Chris Llewellyn Introduction: The Shift Toward Teacher Well-being Well-being, a catchphrase that influences discussions in all aspects of contemporary life. In education, for years the lens has been squarely focused on our students and their learning needs. One could argue that this lens has become hyper-focused on students, especially in the aftermath of the
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by Sue Atkins In today’s technology-driven world, screens have become a ubiquitous part of family life, offering both learning opportunities and challenges, especially for toddlers and young children. A recent study by Dr. Mary Brushe has raised concerns about the impact of screen time on toddler language development, highlighting how digital immersion may be replacing
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by Alissa Kordprom Introduction Student well-being and inclusion are at the heart of nearly every international school’s mission today. A quick tour of any school website will reveal an institution’s desire to create compassionate, driven and well-rounded students. The same tour will inevitably be interrupted by pop-up recruitment advertisements aimed at showcasing what becoming a
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by Christopher J. Dawe Few challenges in international education in China are as complex and rewarding as navigating the delicate balance between Chinese and international approaches to parent engagement. As the Secondary Principal of HD Qingdao School, a bilingual institution catering to Chinese students, I have found myself at the intersection of two distinct educational
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by Khassiyat Saidiganiyeva Home-school partnerships are vital for creating a cohesive and supportive learning environment that extends beyond the classroom. At Oxbridge International School, we have successfully cultivated strong partnerships with parents through a variety of initiatives, ensuring that families play an active role in their children’s education. Such partnerships were vitally necessary when the
by Ryno Engelke Introduction In today’s working environment, wellbeing often takes a backseat to productivity and innovation, which are commonly seen as the primary indicators of organisational success. However, research shows that organisations that prioritise the wellbeing of their staff end up with healthier, more satisfied teams that drive greater innovation and productivity. Therefore, it
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