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Active Learning: Integrating Movement into the Classroom at Astor International School
At Astor International School, we recognise the importance of keeping students physically active and engaged throughout the school day,...
Elena Holloway
Jan 262 min read
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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...
Elena Holloway
Aug 28, 20232 min read
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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...
Elena Holloway
Jun 27, 20233 min read
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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...
Elena Holloway
May 31, 20233 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...
Elena Holloway
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."...
Elena Holloway
Apr 26, 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...
Elena Holloway
Apr 19, 20232 min read
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Creating a Positive Classroom Culture
A positive classroom culture is a place where students know that they have the opportunity to speak, offer ideas and take risks with no...
Elena Holloway
Apr 12, 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...
Elena Holloway
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...
Elena Holloway
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...
Elena Holloway
Mar 22, 20233 min read
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Student-centered classrooms
Students actively participate and are involved in their own knowledge acquisition in student-centred classrooms at Astor International Schoo
Elena Holloway
Feb 23, 20233 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.
Elena Holloway
Feb 21, 20233 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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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.
Elena Holloway
Dec 14, 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...
Elena Holloway
Dec 1, 20222 min read
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A New Approach to Personalised Learning
What do you imagine when you hear the word "school"? If you picture a teacher standing in front of the whiteboard, with students staring...
Elena Holloway
Nov 26, 20223 min read
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Diversity in Books
At Astor International School, we ensure that we provide young children with books that reflect their surroundings.
Elena Holloway
Nov 19, 20222 min read
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Benefits from Art and Craft activities
Benefits from Art and Craft activities
In today’s world, technology has become a vital part of everyday life, even for children. Parents ar
Elena Holloway
Nov 11, 20222 min read
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Benefits of LEGO play
Working and playing with Lego either individually or in a small group can be beneficial to children in multiple ways.
Elena Holloway
Nov 4, 20222 min read
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