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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...
Rachel Vassanthan
May 31, 20233 min read
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Celebrating Diversity in Astor International School
Diversity is an essential aspect of living in the present time. It is crucial for children to understand, respect and appreciate...
Lina Amin
May 22, 20233 min read
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Mandarin as a Second Language: Part 1
Why is learning a new language as an adult hard? Our brains have been wired to tune into the sounds of our native language. When you are...
Xin Rong
May 16, 20232 min read
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The Concept of Teaching and Learning
Concept of learning Teachers assisting students in learning will emphasise ‘how’, rather than ‘what’ they learn. It occurs when learners...
Rachel Vassanthan
May 4, 20233 min read
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Cultivating a Harmonious Classroom
For their IPC units in Term 2, Astor students in the upper primary classes focused on the topic of "Different Places, Similar Lives."...
Jasveena Kaur
Apr 26, 20233 min read
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Selamat Hari Raya Puasa!
Muslims worldwide celebrate two big events yearly - Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji. In this article, let’s learn together at Astor...
Lina Amin
Apr 22, 20233 min read
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Phonic Games
It would come as no surprise that children learn best when they are having fun. At Astor International School, we aim to help children...
Xin Rong
Apr 19, 20232 min read
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Do Children Need a Morning Routine?
Your child is sitting at the breakfast table, staring at the pancake that they are holding, and you have already told them to put on...
Rachel Vassanthan
Apr 5, 20233 min read
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Let’s Learn About Money!
As children grow, it is common for them to witness adults buying things and exchanging coins and notes. It is important for them to...
Jasveena Kaur
Mar 30, 20233 min read
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How to Make Your Child Say “YES” to You?
“NO!” 2 letters- but it delivers such a strong message. Have you had to go through countless “NO” episodes? Have you ever felt helpless...
Lina Amin
Mar 22, 20233 min read
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Picking Diverse Books
There are so many books in the world, how do you know which books are good for your child, or in the classroom? Well, you’d have to read...
Xin Rong
Mar 9, 20232 min read
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Having Autonomy in the Classroom
Fostering autonomy in the classroom is important so students will become more independent and can complete tasks.
Priscilla Suen
Feb 21, 20233 min read
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Chinese New Year Crafts
Chinese New Year is an important festival for people of Chinese descent! In a multi-racial country like Singapore, everybody would have...
Xin Rong
Jan 18, 20232 min read
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Christmas Celebration
This year we had 2 amazing Christmas celebrations. Students worked hard and showed parents an amazing Christmas concert. We love to watch...
Elena Holloway
Dec 21, 20221 min read
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Christmas Crafts
Holidays can be a stressful time for some, especially with children. If you are looking for crafts to engage your child in, these...
Xin Rong
Dec 21, 20222 min read
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The Christmas Kindness Elf at Astor International School
This year at Astor International School the Elf on The Shelf has decided to be nice and bring kindness to the school.
Chloe Lister
Dec 14, 20222 min read
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A Mindful Minute
Mindfulness is about paying attention to a particular thing – a thought, sensation, object, or movement- and learning to sustain that...
Jasveena Kaur
Dec 11, 20222 min read
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Benefits from learning another language
As an adult, anyone who has tried to learn a new language knows how challenging it can be. Research has shown that childhood is the best...
Chloe Lister
Dec 1, 20222 min read
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Halloween
Each year at Astor International School we celebrate Halloween. Here are some fun Halloween activities to do at home with kids.
Shannon de Winnaar
Oct 27, 20222 min read
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Deepavali
Deepavali arts and crafts activities with kids.
Shannon de Winnaar
Oct 20, 20222 min read
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