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Next week we are hosting Nord Anglia’s first ever regional STEAM Festival in which 10 Nord Anglia schools from the Southeast Asia region will be participating. Over 100 students from Grade 6-9 are being sent to join this event, and we believe that it has the potential to grow and include Primary students in the following years.

Thank you to all parents who joined us for our monthly coffee morning and workshops, it was great to share the morning with you.

Here at Northbridge, we believe that learning a new language opens up a world of opportunities for our students. Speaking a second language gives a boost to the brain.

Research in education has provided evidence that mindset can affect student achievement in mathematics. Carol Dweck, one of the leading experts in the field of motivation, summarizes the importance of mindset in education.

I can imagine that you’ve all heard the quote “You are what you eat!” but have you ever thought that “You are what you watch!”?

On Tuesday afternoon this week we had a short visit from Mr Andy Puttock, Education Director, Nord Anglia Education. It was his first visit to Cambodia and to Northbridge and is part of his tour of the 56 Nord Anglia schools around the world!

In the world of education, tests scores and academic reports often dominate the focus of students, parents, and educators. Too often we ignore the important aspects of learning that are not easily measured using quantitative data.

At Northbridge, we want all of our children to be strong, independent and compassionate people who demonstrate our ‘caring hearts, ambitious minds’ philosophy. Sometimes in daily life, problems and conflicts arise, and we want our children to be equipped to deal with these situations fairly and peacefully.

We have our wonderful new books and they are all out on display to see. New books are denoted with a yellow circle sticker on the spine so you can easily tell.

This past weekend the Northbridge Nagas were honored to host the first ISSAPP (International Schools Sports Association of Phnom Penh) swim meet. There were 186 swimmers competing in 51 different events ranging in ages from 6 to 18. It was an amazing day with great energy from all the fans and athletes.

In last week’s Primary blog, Kate Watson-Penhall discussed the importance of building reading stamina in young students. Many Primary students enjoy reading and value their library time. Once students reach Secondary, they are less likely to read for enjoyment. Students choose to spend their free time in other ways, engaging more with friends, extra curricular activities, and technology.

Northbridge International School Cambodia was delighted to welcome Nord Anglia Education Chief Executive Officer Andrew Fitzmaurice for a day-long visit on Thursday 30 August, during which he held a meeting with Okhna Kith Meng, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Cambodia-based Royal Group of Companies and school founder.

Mr Andrew Fitzmaurice CEO of Nord Anglia Education joined the staff, parents and students of Northbridge this week to formally open the new Sports Hall.

We look at the recent improvements in dance and music facilities, equipment and programs at Northbridge International School Cambodia.