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A Look at Your Early Education Options

The Issue: 4 million children are born each year in the United States. While public K-12 education is available to every child, accessibility to public pre-K-12 education varies from state to state. Of the 44 states which support pre-K educational programs, only 11 fully fund those programs.

Teaching & Learning in Primary Schools

Teaching small children from a variety of backgrounds in an international primary school setting can seem a bit daunting, however it is easier once you begin to realize that all children are virtually the same the world over. Instead of focusing on differences, celebrate them while discussing what makes all of the children similar.

International Schools Abroad: How Do I Even Begin?

Some privileged expatriates may get a “look-see” visit to their new location prior to accepting a posting - depending on a company's, or government's, generosity. If you are one of them, the time you have for your visit will never seem like enough, but a bit of judicious homework and planning can make you feel less like a well-spun hamster by the end of the day. Diligently   research   the list of international schools in the city or country- via the GSGI list (including those not deemed eligible for a full write-up by the national editor) or any you discover we’ve inadvertently overlooked (let us know).  Then contact all potential schools   of interest on your list to   make appointments   to visit and preferably meet the heads/principals during your stay. Even if there is only one international primary schoo l in your new location, it is vital that you pay that all-important   visit : it is this which will either make you eagerly anticipate your new...

Theories of Learning in Pre-Primary & Primary Schools

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Children learn differently and thus educators use a variety of teaching approaches. There are a variety of learning theories based on the development, social and psychological aspects of a child. No one theory can cover all learning or development aspects in any one child, but all theories can give parents and educators ideas about their children and how their children learn in an international primary school . Cognitive Development Theory

Teaching Activities for Pre-Primary Section of International School

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Teaching small children from a variety of backgrounds in an international primary school setting can seem a bit daunting, however it is easier once you begin to realize that all children are virtually the same the world over. Instead of focusing on differences, celebrate them while discussing what makes all of the children similar.

International school opens children’s eyes_Part 2

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Becoming a member school of these programmes is tough to say the least, as the rigorous authorisation process demands its fair share of both work and resources.  The reward is an unbeatable seal of quality. "We send all our teachers on workshops at least every third year," explains Svaninger. Following these programmes also means that Stockholm International School can offer students a high level of consistency in their learning. "Students can finish here on a Friday, and start in New Delhi, Cape Town, Seattle or Buenos Aires on the Monday, in the same programme," explains Rune Svaninger. He emphasizes that Stockholm International School is unique among Stockholm schools, as the only truly international school. Although there are some other schools that offer tuition in English, these either follow the Swedish curriculum or do not cater for students for the whole of their school careers. "I think one of our biggest strengths is that we just follow the inte...

International school opens children’s eyes_Part 1

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Studying at Stockholm's oldest international school gives children not only a rigorous academic education, but also a unique understanding of other cultures. "If adults could treat each other as the students do, we would have no more wars," says Rune Svaninger, Director of Stockholm International School. As I arrived at the attractive school building in central Stockholm, the children were just coming in from their morning break. Laughing and playing as they ran up the stairs, kids of every ethnicity were milling about on their way back to their classrooms. Stockholm International School educates 550 students from over 50 different countries. From the United States to Uzbekistan, from Sweden to Singapore. "We usually say that this is like a miniature United Nations," says Rune Svaninger, now in his third year as the school's Director. He describes one of the school's most cherished traditions.

How to choose the right primary school

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Choosing a Primary School is a big decision for parents - our guide will help you pick the right one! Do your research It may sound obvious, but you'd be amazed how many parents rely on rumours and opinions of a certain school rather than using their own judgement, and their own eyes. International primary school RISS - International primary school