PARENT Academy

PARENTING

Raising children is one of life's most rewarding experiences but can also be stressful. When you're living in a foreign country, it's good to have a support network and reliable sources of information.

Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam is offering parent education presentations and workshops to help equip and inform expat parents as they raise their kids in The Netherlands, with all the inherent rewards and challenges.

Wednesday, 27 November | 19:00 online

Raising Bilingual Children

This presentation will guide parents on raising bilingual children, focusing on balancing language input at home and school. Learn strategies to support language development in both environments, foster strong communication skills, and maintain cultural connections. Gain practical tips to help your child thrive in both languages. Speaker: Ms, Erin Sherritt. Please join our online PEP at 19:00 via this Teams link.

Monday, 20 January 2025 | 19:00 online

Dutch Wills & Testaments for Expats

Every parent should have a will to avoid legal or tax-related problems, should the un-thinkable happen. Whether you are married or living together, gain essential insights into Dutch inheritance tax and legal guardianship. Speaker: Peter Kooijman (Notary).

Wednesday 12 February 2025 | 19:00 Online

Bullying: Empower and Equip your Child

In this presentation, we'll explore the important distinctions between teasing, being mean, and bullying, and why kids' understanding of these differences, matters. Learn how to talk to your child effectively, and work with others to create a happier, more supportive environment. You'll leave with practical tools to help your child navigate social challenges and build resilience. Speaker: Mr Paul Staveley. Registration for tonight's call is no longer necessary, you can join the Teams call directly using this link.

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 | 19:00 ONLINE

Cultivating Confidence in Kids

The right kind of praise can boost confidence and motivation in our children, used correctly it can inspire children to be more cooperative, persistent and hardworking. However, if a child feels it is undeserved or insincere, they can become worried when challenged, or afraid of failure if they’ve always been told “you’re so smart”. We'll share tips on developing confidence in your kids, with specific praise.

MONDAY 26 MAY | 19:00 online

Why Choose the IB Diploma?

Join us for a 1-hour online session exploring the key benefits of the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), with a brief comparison to AP and A-Levels. Learn how the IBDP supports your child’s academic strengths, future plans and career goals. We’ll outline the 2-year plan, including CAS, EE, and TOK, to help you understand the rigour and workload. Speaker: Mr Bradley Gooding.

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11 Nov, 28 Jan, 10 March, 2 May 2025

First Aid Course in English

When every second counts, whilst waiting for the ambulance to arrive - learn how to respond to unresponsiveness, CPR and AED, choking, severe bleeding and seizures, fits, convulsions. Get hands-on practice doing CPR on an infant (dummy) etc.

€ 65 per person

Time: 9am-12pm