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Stress is part of everyday life, but how do you know if your child is overwhelmed? Here are some signs to consider if you think that your child might be stressed and what you can do as a parent to help them cope.

One of the most common questions that our teachers and principals receive is how parents can best support their child’s learning. As a school leader, parent of five children, and Nord Anglia’s latest addition in Abu Dhabi, Ethan shares his advice on how parents can make the most of their child’s experience in school.

Rachael Howarth tell us her experience in putting together a virtual choir across countries, cultures, ages and time zones for the Global Campus Virtual Choir. Over 2000 students from 15 countries and 43 schools contributed their voices to this amazing song composed by the talented Jack Blume.

Music teacher Curriculum Fellow, Naomi Rowan gives a personal account on seeing the impact that the performing arts and music has on her students.

For most of us, treasured stories enrich memories and shape our understanding of life. Reading powerful literature can change the way we understand history, ourselves, and the world. However, the habit of reading great literature has begun to falter. Ethan Hildreth tells us the importance of encouraging students to read quality books.

Deciding what is the right age for your child to begin using technology can vary for every child and family. Craig Brown, Head of Learning Technologies at the British International School, Budapest, gives some advice on what parents should consider before giving their child a tablet.

To satisfy their curiosity on what defines and international school student, two Nord Anglia Education students surveyed their fellow peers across 15 countries on the meaning behind the word. What they discovered was fascinating.

Using the term STEAM versus STEM continues to be an ongoing debate among many educators. In his article Jack Cooper, MIT Lead for Southeast Asia, tells us the significance of having the A for STEAM.

Students at Nord Anglia International School Hong Kong (NAIS HK) have undertaken an ambitious project to collect data in order to understand water pollution. As part of the school’s collaboration with MIT, students have collected and analysed water samples in beaches and rivers in the city as part of the Data-Driven Curiosity Challenge.

Applying to universities in the US has changed over the years. What used to be a competition of measurable grades and test scores is now an evaluation of transferable skills. Find out what American universities are seeking and what your child can do to stand out.

Candidates for the Executive Master in International Education at King’s College London met for the first time in December 2016 to share their experiences and learn about the unique challenges in international education.

Find out how we are helping your child to invent the future. Our collaboration with MIT, one of the world's leading universities in STEAM subjects, challenges students through in-school activities at the British International School Houston.

Every year, we asked our students to show us their perspective on the world through the lens. This year’s Global Campus photography competition theme was based on nature. We asked students to capture nature through their photos and show us what it means to them.

Yoga has many mental and physical benefits, but did you know it can actually help your child’s learning? Here are some interesting facts on how yoga can benefit your child’s development—mentally, physically and intellectually.

Children love using technology and are accessing the internet at an increasingly younger age. Here are four steps to help keep your child safe whenever and wherever they go online.

Climbing is not only great exercise but helps students to develop resilience and problem solving skills. Find out how learning to climb can benefit your child’s studies.

A vital element to Nord Anglia Education's new approach to teaching STEAM subjects (science, technology, engineering, arts and maths) is exposing teachers to the forefront of discoveries and research in science and technology. Find out what our teachers learned in a week of STEAM immersion at MIT.

Pokémon Go and its popularity among students (and adults for that matter) might be a clue for educators on getting students reconnected with their outdoor environment. I discuss the benefits of outdoor learning in my latest Huffington Post blog and the important role it plays in a well-rounded curriculum.

The first ever Global Games North America will feature five days of action-packed events. Your child will have a chance to shine in a variety of sports while bonding with fellow teammates and students from all Nord Anglia Education schools in North America.

The world is changing at a fast pace, and so too should our education. In the 2016/17 John Catt’s Guide to International Schools, Nord Anglia Education CEO, Andrew Fitzmaurice, talks about the need to evolve education to suit the 21st century.