Principal's Blog

Screen Time & Early Years Language: Key Insights for International Schools

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...

The Price of Prestige:When Marketing Overshadows Mission

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...

Bridging Chinese and International Approaches to Parent Engagement

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...

The Crucial Role of Home-School Partnerships in Supporting Learning: A Case Study of Oxbridge International School

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...

Improving Wellbeing Through Leadership

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...

Respecting Asian Values While Providing International Education

by Kim Peters In January 2023, Independent Schools Council (ISC) Research reported that 6.5 million children between the ages of 3 and 18 are enrolled in over 13,200 international schools worldwide...

The Importance of First Impressions as a New School Leader in Developing Trust and Confidence

by Matt Topliss Initial Impressions As a new leader in any school, first impressions are pivotal and create opportunities for growth and development for a new leader and existing colleagues. Creating...

Navigating Leadership Across Continents

by Simon Jacobs Leading in international schools offers a unique blend of challenges and rewards, requiring adaptability and a deep understanding of diverse cultural contexts. My journey through three...

The Value of Articulating School Values

by Daniel Reynolds Schools are typically mission-driven, which is undeniably important. However, in my experience, it is the school’s values that play a more pivotal role in creating, building...