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Importance of Reading Activities in the Classroom

Saranya D/O Vasudevan

Oct 232 min read

Importance of Reading Activities in the Classroom

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

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.

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.

Trick or Treat: A Dynamic Classroom Review Game for All Ages

Rachel Vassanthan

Jul 112 min read

Classroom activity

Trick or Treat: A Dynamic Classroom Review Game for All Ages

'Trick or Treat' is a fun, versatile classroom review game for all ages, blending skill, chance, and strategy to enhance learning

Importance of Active Movement in Schools

Saranya D/O Vasudevan

Jun 262 min read

Classroom activity

Importance of Active Movement in Schools

Astor International School promotes physical activity through fitness, play, and enrichment classes.

Jasveena Kaur

Jun 132 min read

Classroom activity

Exploring the Three States of Matter

Science education at Astor International School emphasizes hands-on learning. Year 4 students explored the states of matter.

Cultivating Skills and Confidence Through Culinary Exploration

Rachel Vassanthan

May 242 min read

Classroom activity

Cultivating Skills and Confidence Through Culinary Exploration

Astor’s Kids Kitchen Class teaches cooking skills, boosts creativity, promotes healthy eating, and supports social, emotional growth in kids

Beyond the Brush: Empowering Young Minds Through Art

Elena Holloway

May 152 min read

Classroom activity

Beyond the Brush: Empowering Young Minds Through Art

Discover how art education at Astor International School fosters creativity, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence.

Creatively Exploring the World of Procedural Writing

Jasveena Kaur

May 32 min read

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Creatively Exploring the World of Procedural Writing

Unlock the Power of Procedural Writing at Astor International School!

Students Unite at World Summit – Astor Edition

Rachel Vassanthan

Apr 123 min read

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Students Unite at World Summit – Astor Edition

In a remarkable showcase of global awareness and collaboration, students from Astor International School recently took part in the “World...

Exploring Festivals in Mandarin Enrichment Class

Xin Rong

Apr 32 min read

Classroom activity

Exploring Festivals in Mandarin Enrichment Class

In Term 2, the students who took Mandarin as an enrichment class learnt about different festivals and celebrations that occur during the...

Enhancing Mathematical Fluency: Teaching Multiple Strategies for Multiplication and Division

Jasveena Kaur

Mar 202 min read

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Enhancing Mathematical Fluency: Teaching Multiple Strategies for Multiplication and Division

In primary school, the fundamental concepts of multiplication and division lay the groundwork for more complex mathematical understanding...

Nurturing Young Minds Through Experience and Exploration

Saranya D/O Vasudevan

Mar 132 min read

Classroom activity

Nurturing Young Minds Through Experience and Exploration

Children learn through doing and experiencing things, which is known as hands-on learning. Children's developmental domains - including...

Exploring Lunar New Year at Astor through Mandarin Enrichment Classes

Xin Rong

Feb 72 min read

Classroom activity

Exploring Lunar New Year at Astor through Mandarin Enrichment Classes

At Astor, students enrolled in the Mandarin enrichment class have embarked on an exciting journey to explore the significance of the...