Lina Amin
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...
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Kirsten Jennings
Dec 20, 20233 min read
Nature's Classroom: Cultivating Curiosity, Creativity and Character at Astor International School
In today's fast-paced world, where kids are constantly surrounded by screens and gadgets, it's easy to forget the importance of...
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Jasveena Kaur
Dec 8, 20232 min read
Debating for Success: Empowering Primary School Students Beyond the Curriculum
Primary school is a critical stage in a child's development, and enrichment classes play a vital role in shaping well-rounded students....
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Rachel Vassanthan
Nov 24, 20232 min read
Empowering Your Child: Strategies for Navigating Stress in School and Beyond
As students get older, they are met with different challenges in their lives. As we continue to navigate the challenges of school, I...
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Shannon de Winnaar
Nov 17, 20231 min read
'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...
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Priscilla Suen
Nov 10, 20233 min read
Stimulating Children's Creativity in the Classroom
Creativity is a cornerstone of human progress and innovation. It drives art, science, and every aspect of human achievement. Cultivating...
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Kirsten Jennings
Oct 23, 20232 min read
The Home-School Partnership at Astor International School
The home-school partnership and parent support plays a crucial role in our children’s academic success and overall development. So what...
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Xin Rong
Oct 11, 20232 min read
Mid-Autumn Festival and Mandarin Enrichment Class
We welcomed 16 students this year for our Mandarin enrichment class at Astor! We also celebrated the Mid-Autumn Festival during Mandarin...
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Rachel Vassanthan
Sep 28, 20232 min read
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...
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Ayrton
Sep 22, 20231 min read
Children's blog: Venom vs Poison
If you really are afraid of being bitten or biting something that can make you history. If you are dying to know what is the difference...
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Xin Rong
Sep 15, 20232 min read
Mandarin as a Second Language: Part 4
The Astor students who have been taking Mandarin as a second language spent the term learning about different types of food. We delved...
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Jasveena Kaur
Sep 8, 20232 min read
The Benefits of Using Positive Reinforcement in Classrooms
It is crucial to create a positive and engaging learning environment for effective classroom management, and research has shown that...
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Zaid
Aug 21, 20231 min read
Bugatti vs Lamborghini vs Ferrari
Introduction In this writing, I am going to write about the king of speed vs Lamborghini vs Ferrari. The real speed battle. Bugatti...
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Rachel Vassanthan
Aug 16, 20233 min read
Pottery is a Must for Children, and Here’s Why!
Pottery has been a popular form of art and craftsmanship for centuries. It involves the shaping and moulding of clay into various forms...
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Lina Amin
Aug 8, 20232 min read
5 Strategies to Make Your Child Love Reading
Reading is crucial for the development of a strong foundation in education. However, getting children to love reading can be a challenge...
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Iwo
Aug 3, 20232 min read
Why Do Cats Like Themselves?
Introduction Cats groom themselves not only to keep clean, but for several other health reasons. The cat also likes to protect themselves...
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Xin Rong
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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...
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Priscilla Suen
Jul 25, 20232 min read
Boosting a Child’s Confidence through Class Presentations
Children are often eager to present their thoughts, ideas and projects in the classroom. They have such enthusiasm for the process!...
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Lucy
Jul 21, 20231 min read
What is the Real Reason that Caused Ostriches to be Flightless?
Introduction Ostriches are a type of bird. They got wings just like any other bird. But they just can't fly! What is the real problem...
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Jasveena Kaur
Jul 19, 20232 min read
Learning From the Past
It is important for children to begin learning about history from a young age. It gives them a better understanding of the world around...
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