It’s Christmas! Feliz Natal!
It is that festive time of the year again and, once more, it appears that restrictions will impose how and – indeed for many – where we will celebrate the
What is ‘woke’?
When it comes to the 21st century and the ever-evolving world that we are all part of, very few terms and ideologies in recent years have caused such political, educational,
Understanding learning difficulties
All children from pre-school to those in their last year of school will, by now, have completed their first half of the Autumn Term. This will have been a smooth
The Netflix Effect!
Streaming sites have become a part of everyday life for our children. If allowed, even our youngest can access ‘Peppa Pig’ or ‘Masha and the Bear’ at any time. Older
Encouraging autonomy in children
As the world emerges from confinement and we take a giant step towards normalcy, students of all ages are back in schools full time. Parents are commuting to work, and
The importance of healthy eating for our children
As schools have started the new term, many parents and schools alike are faced with preparing daily snacks and lunches, or planning menus. As we begin to emerge from the
A 21st century education
As our children return to education after the summer break, be it starting school for the first time, entering secondary school or transitioning into higher education, all are entering a
Back to school
It is that time of the year again! After two unprecedented years with our children restricted by the worldwide pandemic, one would definitely expect all parents and children to be
How exposed are our constantly connected children?
As we head into the halfway point of summer, our children have been drilled about overexposure to the sun. What about their exposure to media? A recent survey of teens
The importance of outstanding teachers in our children’s lives
As the head of an international school, I am asked constantly what makes a school, or indeed our school, unique – I always answer in the same honest way. It