Introduction
A stepping stone for higher education
Individualised Attention
Social Emotional Learning
Experiential Learning
International Mindedness
Conclusion
In the global village that we live in, lines and borders exist only on the map. Opportunities are equal and accessible to everyone around the world. In such a scenario, international education is gaining prominence in India’s educational landscape. Parents are looking at international education as the gateway to a plethora of opportunities that help broaden their children’s horizons and thrive in a globalised world. From Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) to the International Baccalaureate (IB), high-quality education allows students to explore new cultures, develop academic rigour and prepare them for the study abroad opportunities that will come their way.
Here are five reasons why you should consider an international school for your child.
International schools have international accreditation that ensures stringent standards of excellence across their programmes. The international accreditation signifies that the curricula meet global benchmarks. The programmes are recognised globally and designed in a manner that facilitates the route to higher education in universities abroad. They prepare students for global competitiveness. With an emphasis on critical thinking and analysis, language immersion, research-based learning and career counselling, the schools equip the students with the skills and mindset for international universities. The students are ready for the rigours of higher education. Moreover, the multicultural experience introduces the students to multiple perspectives, adaptability, and cross-cultural competence, which are vital skills for a globalised world. A good international school is the perfect stepping stone for your child’s future.
Every child is different and has a different learning curve. This is one of the tenets of international education. The student-teacher ratio is low to ensure every child gets the attention they deserve and helps them reach their maximum learning potential. The personalised approach creates an environment where teachers know the strengths and weaknesses of each child and tailor the teaching method to suit the child’s learning style. This, in turn, helps every child learn more effectively. Besides, the small classroom size encourages active participation by every student, fosters collaboration, facilitates peer-to-peer learning and builds camaraderie. Individualised attention helps the holistic growth of children. Have a look at how this approach works wonders.
International Education focuses on the holistic development of students in the truest sense. Academic growth is well-complemented by social and emotional growth. Emotions can facilitate or impede a child’s academic engagement and growth. Social Emotional Learning (SEL) makes the children more self-aware, helps them manage their emotions better and improves their conflict resolution abilities. These are essential life skills that help children thrive in various life situations. SEL cultivates empathy to respect differences and diverse points of view, thus leading to a better society. One of the critical life skills that SEL works towards is building resilience in children. The children can bounce back from the challenges life throws at them. All this leads to nurturing well-rounded and socially responsible citizens of tomorrow and a compassionate society.
International schools offer state-of-the-art learning facilities and world-class faculty that don’t restrict learning to textbooks. Students gain insights and experience that go beyond traditional classrooms. Children learn by exploring and doing. They are encouraged to think for themselves and come up with solutions. Experiential learning acts as the bridge between theoretical knowledge and practical application. For example, the Fibonacci sequence is a well-known mathematical concept that generations of school-goers know. But did you know the Fibonacci sequence is reflected in many natural patterns? Children are teeming with curiosity, and a hands-on approach fuels it more and makes learning an absolute joy for them. At Universal Wisdom School, Balewadi, experiential learning is one of the building blocks for nurturing lifelong learners. The video below shares two perspectives, one from the student’s end and the other from the teacher’s.
International curriculum goes beyond traditional boundaries, with global curricula that expose students to diversity, networking and a global perspective. Diversity is at the very core of international education. For instance, there are students from twenty eight nationalities in Universal Wisdom School, Balewadi. Children get to see and understand different languages and myriad cultures and learn to appreciate languages and cultures beyond their native ones. During the interactions, the communication skills of the students are vastly improved. Such interactions build a sense of interconnectedness in children which they carry with them in adult life as well. The multicultural environment builds cross-cultural competence in children fostering a sense of global citizenship. They gain a competitive edge in the global job opportunities as they collaborate with international peers seamlessly. Moreover, studying with students from different countries creates an enriching learning environment and prepares them for the interconnected world they will step into.
In conclusion, international schools offer state-of-the-art learning methods aided by international faculty and also attract the expat community. This diverse environment prepares students for the future opportunities on a global scale.
