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Annmaria Patteri

Nov 82 min read

Promoting A Growth Mindset In Maths

Fostering a growth mindset in maths at Astor International means using open tasks and celebrating mistakes, building confident.

Importance of Reading Activities in the Classroom

Saranya D/O Vasudevan

Oct 232 min read

Classroom activity

Importance of Reading Activities in the Classroom

Reading activities in the classroom enhance concentration, vocabulary, and creativity, while fostering critical thinking and boosting academ

Stop-Motion Animation and the Benefits of Holistic Development

Xin Rong

Oct 162 min read

Art & Craft

Stop-Motion Animation and the Benefits of Holistic Development

Stop-Motion Animation fosters creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, and digital skills, promoting holistic development at Astor Internation

Encouraging Creativity: DIY Game Ideas for Students at Home

Jasveena Kaur

Oct 102 min read

Classroom activity

Encouraging Creativity: DIY Game Ideas for Students at Home

Encourage creativity at home with DIY games! From recycled bowling to memory cards, fun and learning go hand in hand.

Transforming Classroom Behaviour: The Power of Positive Reinforcement

Rachel Vassanthan

Sep 272 min read

Educational

Transforming Classroom Behaviour: The Power of Positive Reinforcement

Astor International School transforms behaviour with positive reinforcement strategies like lotteries, Dojo Dollars for a better classroom!

"Boosting Minds and Bodies: The Vital Role of Physical Education at Astor International School"

Priscilla Suen

Sep 182 min read

Educational

"Boosting Minds and Bodies: The Vital Role of Physical Education at Astor International School"

Physical education at Astor International School promotes fitness, fun, and healthy habits, enhancing students' well-being

From Ideas to Published Books: Year 1 Students Shine in English at Astor International School!

Xin Rong

Sep 112 min read

Educational

From Ideas to Published Books: Year 1 Students Shine in English at Astor International School!

Year 1 students at Astor wrote, edited, and published their own books, showcasing their creativity at a special book launch for parents.

Saranya D/O Vasudevan

Sep 42 min read

Educational

Unlock the Magic of Outdoor Learning!

Outdoor learning offers a transformative approach to education by taking students beyond the classroom to engage with the natural world.

Building Bright Minds: The Power of Engineering in the Classroom

Priscilla Suen

Aug 282 min read

Educational

Building Bright Minds: The Power of Engineering in the Classroom

Engineering at Astor School combines hands-on projects with teamwork to build critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world skills.

Cultivating Respect: Building a Positive Classroom Culture at Astor International School

Priscilla Suen

Aug 212 min read

Educational

Cultivating Respect: Building a Positive Classroom Culture at Astor International School

In the bustling environment of a classroom, fostering respect can make all the difference for both students and teachers.

Empowering Future Leaders: Building Public Speaking Skills in School

Saranya D/O Vasudevan

Aug 141 min read

Educational

Empowering Future Leaders: Building Public Speaking Skills in School

Enhancing Learning through Games and Activities at Astor International School

Rachel Vassanthan

Aug 82 min read

Classroom activity

Enhancing Learning through Games and Activities at Astor International School

Astor International School enhances learning through engaging games and activities across English, Math, and IPC classes.

Creatively Exploring the World of Procedural Writing

Jasveena Kaur

May 32 min read

Classroom activity

Creatively Exploring the World of Procedural Writing

Unlock the Power of Procedural Writing at Astor International School!

Raising Confident Children in the 21st Century

Lina Amin

Jan 42 min read

Educational

Raising Confident Children in the 21st Century

At Astor International School we believe that confidence is the secret sauce for success and happiness in today's fast-paced world. For...

'Sketchy Toy Shop': A Student Documentary on Personal Recounts

Shannon de Winnaar

Nov 17, 20231 min read

Children's Blog

'Sketchy Toy Shop': A Student Documentary on Personal Recounts

🎥 Dive into the captivating world of personal recounts with our student-produced documentary, 'Sketchy Toy Shop'! 🌟 Astor young...

Importance of a Teacher-Student Relationship

Rachel Vassanthan

Sep 28, 20232 min read

Educational

Importance of a Teacher-Student Relationship

One of the most essential components of a good learning experience is the relationship between a teacher and a student. In today’s...

Xin Rong

Aug 28, 20232 min read

Educational

Learning Outside the Classroom

Riding a bike, going to the playground and field trips; these are some activities that children enjoy doing. What do these activities...

Xin Rong

Aug 1, 20231 min read

Classroom activity

Mandarin as a second language: Part 3

Continuing with our inquiry into different types of food, the Astor students learning Mandarin as a second language talked about the...

Creating a Positive Learning Environment

Jasveena Kaur

Jun 27, 20233 min read

Educational

Creating a Positive Learning Environment

A positive and nurturing learning environment is of utmost importance when it comes to learning. In school, an exemplary classroom is not...

Differentiated Learning in Both Classroom and at Home

Rachel Vassanthan

May 31, 20233 min read

Educational

Differentiated Learning in Both Classroom and at Home

At Astor International School, we believe each child has a unique style of learning. Catering to the learning needs of individuals...