Inspired by the latest Nord Anglia INSIGHTS article, Lord David Puttnam, Chair of Nord Anglia Education’s Advisory Board, reflects on cultivating personal and creative identity, the growing influence of AI in education, and why schools must prioritise wellbeing to prepare young people for an increasingly uncertain future.
In today’s rapidly changing world, resilience has become one of the most important skills young people can develop. At Regents International School Pattaya, we recognise that success in life is not only about academic achievement but also about empathy, adaptability, and emotional strength.
“To truly support our students, we must understand their world — how they communicate, connect, and cope with modern challenges,” shared Ms. Amos Turner-Wardell, School Principal at Regents International School Pattaya. “By doing so, we can guide them with compassion and help them grow with confidence, resilience, and purpose.”
This belief echoes Lord Puttnam’s reflections on how education must continue to evolve to meet the needs of today’s learners:
“I think schools are developing a greater awareness of the struggles a lot of children are going through, and the importance of finding the most appropriate and empathetic response. I believe that getting this right will prove a key differentiator among schools in the future.”
At Regents, these values are deeply woven into our approach to teaching and learning. We go beyond academics to nurture curiosity, confidence, and character — helping students not only achieve academic excellence but also develop the resilience to face life’s challenges with optimism and strength.
Through opportunities in leadership, performing arts, sports, and community engagement, our students learn to adapt, collaborate, and care for others — skills that are essential in today’s interconnected and ever-evolving world.
As Ms. Amos Turner-Wardell, summarises, “Education today is about equipping young people not just with knowledge, but with the mindset and heart to use that knowledge wisely.”
Learn more about Lord David Puttnam’s reflections and how Nord Anglia schools are preparing young people for a changing world.
