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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.

Rachel Vassanthan
Aug 8, 20242 min read


Importance of Active Movement in Schools
Astor International School promotes physical activity through fitness, play, and enrichment classes.

Saranya D/O Vasudevan
Jun 26, 20242 min read


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

Rachel Vassanthan
May 24, 20242 min read


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...

Jasveena Kaur
Mar 20, 20242 min read


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...

Saranya D/O Vasudevan
Mar 13, 20242 min read


Exploring Science with Sticky Fingers: The Hands-On Advantage
At Astor International School we adopt a hands-on learning approach to science because we see it as a powerful way to cultivate young...

Jasveena Kaur
Mar 6, 20242 min read


Encouraging Mistakes in the Classroom
At Astor International School we encourage a positive attitude toward making mistakes in the classroom because it’s crucial for fostering...

Priscilla Suen
Feb 22, 20242 min read


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...

Xin Rong
Feb 7, 20242 min read


How to Help Students Excel at Maths Word Problems
Mathematics word problems are a crucial component of the mathematics curriculum in Singapore. However, many students find it challenging...

Lina Amin
Jan 31, 20242 min read


Exploring Professions in Mandarin: Astor International School's Creative Approach to Enrichment Classes
Unlocking the world of professions through Mandarin enrichment classes at Astor! In Term 1, our students delved into the fascinating...

Xin Rong
Jan 10, 20242 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...

Kirsten Jennings
Dec 20, 20233 min read


'Dejavu': A Student-produced Documentary on Personal Recounts
🎥✨ Dive into the world of nostalgia with our latest video, "Dejavu," where Astor International School students take center stage to...

Shannon de Winnaar
Dec 1, 20231 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...

Rachel Vassanthan
Nov 24, 20232 min read


How to Make Your Child Say “YES” to You! - Part 2
As adults, we often find ourselves in situations where we need a child’s cooperation, whether it be for completing chores, homework, or...

Lina Amin
Nov 1, 20233 min read


Unlocking Learning through Games
Play is an important aspect of childhood, and it is increasingly recognized as an essential component of education, especially in primary...

Jasveena Kaur
Oct 6, 20233 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...

Ayrton
Sep 22, 20231 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...

Xin Rong
Sep 15, 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...

Jasveena Kaur
Sep 8, 20232 min read


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 28, 20232 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...

Rachel Vassanthan
Aug 16, 20233 min read
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