How do you choose a school for you children? What factors are important in making this important choice? This presentation, based on the experience of international education at the International School of Brussels (ISB), Belgium, formed part of a informational seminar to expatrirates organised by ING, xpats.com and the Bulletin in April 2009.
Am iris aide memoir - final version landscape[1]projetosinclusao
O IRIS (Melhoria através da Investigação na Escola Inclusiva) é um Projecto
Comenius Europeu com o foco na Inclusão e nos progressos escolares,
abrangendo todas as crianças numa escola para todos. O Projecto IRIS
iniciou-se no fim de 2006 e termina em 1 de Outubro de 2009. A Áustria e
a Bélgica coordenam as actividades do Projecto. A equipa Projecto IRIS é
composta por 7 parceiros a trabalhar em grupos temáticos e os membros
do grupo têm mudado, bem como os sistemas evoluído. Toda a equipa
do Projecto se reúne de 6 em 6 meses para partilhar informação sobre o
desenvolvimento, como um todo colaborativo.
This presentation gives in detail knowledge about the Study in U.K, U.S.A, Australia, Singapore. It also gives the knowledge about the services provided by Krishna Consultants, Nagpur, India
We, at The Knowledge Review, selected some extraordinary international schools and featured them in our latest edition–
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Am iris aide memoir - final version landscape[1]projetosinclusao
O IRIS (Melhoria através da Investigação na Escola Inclusiva) é um Projecto
Comenius Europeu com o foco na Inclusão e nos progressos escolares,
abrangendo todas as crianças numa escola para todos. O Projecto IRIS
iniciou-se no fim de 2006 e termina em 1 de Outubro de 2009. A Áustria e
a Bélgica coordenam as actividades do Projecto. A equipa Projecto IRIS é
composta por 7 parceiros a trabalhar em grupos temáticos e os membros
do grupo têm mudado, bem como os sistemas evoluído. Toda a equipa
do Projecto se reúne de 6 em 6 meses para partilhar informação sobre o
desenvolvimento, como um todo colaborativo.
This presentation gives in detail knowledge about the Study in U.K, U.S.A, Australia, Singapore. It also gives the knowledge about the services provided by Krishna Consultants, Nagpur, India
We, at The Knowledge Review, selected some extraordinary international schools and featured them in our latest edition–
Best Boarding Schools in Europe V-2, 2021. Have a great insight about these flourishing international schools.
Baccalureate (IB) Primary Years School and PYP IB World School. Uptown School is in the candidacy process for its IB Middle Years Programme, with the IB Diploma Program to follow.
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Dubai is home to thousands of people. It is one of the largest cities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Many of these people belong to different countries and communities and are now settled in Dubai. As the people of Sharjah belong to different communities, almost every culture is practiced there. The total population of Dubai, UAE, as of 2019 was 3.331 million.
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Gibson University delivers education with the aim of nourishing and promoting the personal growth of undergraduate and postgraduate students. The convenient, flexible and affordable academic programs attract students from across the globe making Gibson University one of the leading online university.
The state-of-the-art online learning system at Gibson University ensures high quality educational standards. The University has bridged the gap between the students and the faculty through its modern and enhanced virtual classrooms.
The students of Gibson are being taught only with the purpose of transforming their personalities into influential individuals that lead others in all aspects of life. The University also offers career development services for its students and alumni enabling them to compete and lead in professional world.
For further details visit our website: http://www.gibsonuniversity.com/
Feel free to download this brochure.
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This institution strives to empower students to find their hidden potential and guide them in their endeavors so that they can find the best ways to shine. Allow us to introduce you to The American International School · Vienna (AIS)
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The foundation for shaping our children’s future is laid by education. Choosing the ideal school is an important decision that parents must make to ensure the success of their children. A good school should work to develop each student’s special talents and foster an environment where they can grow into well rounded, self-reliant young students.
Dubai International Schools, Swiss Private, Residential Schools in Dubai, UAE offer a world class International Baccalaureate (IB) programme from Pre KG to Grade 12. We have created a Swiss International Scientific Private, residential school in Dubai, UAE that offers an outstanding education focused on both academic excellence and personal growth. At SISD, a distinctive feature of school life is the diverse student body made up of more than 60 different nationalities.
Schools lay the foundation of a child’s entire future. It shapes a child’s personality and can influence their thought process. Good schools expand your child’s potential and give them a platform to hone their skills, knowledge, and abilities. International schools have turned out to be a game-changer in imparting education.
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Baccalureate (IB) Primary Years School and PYP IB World School. Uptown School is in the candidacy process for its IB Middle Years Programme, with the IB Diploma Program to follow.
Uptown delivers the IB curriculum to grades Pre-K (3 by September 15) to Grade 10 starting in September 2014 with Grades 11 and 12 to be added in 2015 and 2016.
Dubai is home to thousands of people. It is one of the largest cities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Many of these people belong to different countries and communities and are now settled in Dubai. As the people of Sharjah belong to different communities, almost every culture is practiced there. The total population of Dubai, UAE, as of 2019 was 3.331 million.
The 10 best schools in switzerland for 2020.Merry D'souza
The country has 12 universities with the first being established as early as 1450 and that too for the faculty of medicine.
This edition The 10 Best Schools in Switzerland for 2020, exhibits the best of the aforementioned aspects of Swiss education. On the cover of this edition, we have, Obersee Bilingual School
Gibson University delivers education with the aim of nourishing and promoting the personal growth of undergraduate and postgraduate students. The convenient, flexible and affordable academic programs attract students from across the globe making Gibson University one of the leading online university.
The state-of-the-art online learning system at Gibson University ensures high quality educational standards. The University has bridged the gap between the students and the faculty through its modern and enhanced virtual classrooms.
The students of Gibson are being taught only with the purpose of transforming their personalities into influential individuals that lead others in all aspects of life. The University also offers career development services for its students and alumni enabling them to compete and lead in professional world.
For further details visit our website: http://www.gibsonuniversity.com/
Feel free to download this brochure.
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We at the Knowledge Review are always on the quest to find institutions that have made a lasting impact on the educational sphere. This time, our motive of providing our readers with insights on exceptional educational institutions led us to Central Europe. One particular institution, nestled in the pristine city of Vienna, has set a benchmark for bestowing exceptional education on its students of diverse nationalities.
This institution strives to empower students to find their hidden potential and guide them in their endeavors so that they can find the best ways to shine. Allow us to introduce you to The American International School · Vienna (AIS)
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The foundation for shaping our children’s future is laid by education. Choosing the ideal school is an important decision that parents must make to ensure the success of their children. A good school should work to develop each student’s special talents and foster an environment where they can grow into well rounded, self-reliant young students.
Dubai International Schools, Swiss Private, Residential Schools in Dubai, UAE offer a world class International Baccalaureate (IB) programme from Pre KG to Grade 12. We have created a Swiss International Scientific Private, residential school in Dubai, UAE that offers an outstanding education focused on both academic excellence and personal growth. At SISD, a distinctive feature of school life is the diverse student body made up of more than 60 different nationalities.
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5. What do we all want for our children?
Will my child be safe?
Will my child be happy?
Will my child learn anything?
Will my child fit in?
Will my child transfer on effectively to the next stage?
6. What do we all want for our children?
Will my child be safe?
Will my child be happy?
Will my child learn anything?
Will my child fit in?
Will my child transfer on effectively to the next stage?
Happy Ethical Successful
7. What motivates people?
What do we already know
Colleagues in Brussels 36%
Website 31%
Employer 9%
Colleagues at home 8%
Relocation agents 7%
Expatriate forums 5%
Books/magazines 3%
Adverts 1%
9. What influences people?
What do we already know
Academics 23%
Other students / families 4%
Campus 13%
Tuition fees 4%
Campus visit / tour 11%
Athletics 3%
Conversations with teachers and staff 10%
Available space 3%
Location 9%
Website 1%
Learning support 7%
Brochures 0%
Values 7%
Extra curricular 5%
10. The business of international schools
Business is booming!
• More than 1000 international schools worldwide
• 6% increase in these schools each year
• Now represents a $4 billion industry
• Since 2001, international schools around the world have
experienced unprecedented growth, particularly in Asia
11. The business of international schools
Business is business
• Quality assurance: Accredited Schools (eg CIS)
• Profit making? Many not-for-profit, managed by volunteer Boards
• Balancing the books: Costs are high, so the fees are high
• Market competition: recruiting students and teachers
12. The business of international schools
Whom do we serve? ISB as an example…
• 1500 students, from 70 nationalities, aged 2 ½ - 19 years
• 24% US expatriates, compared with 42% ten years ago
• 10% Belgian and 10% Dutch, representing 2rd and 3rd largest community
groups
• Characterized by diversity – cultural, linguistic, ways of learning…
• 26% turnover each year
13. The business of international schools
The business of learning
• International Curricula: IB Diploma, AP International Diploma
• Access to top universities: >95% go on to top univerisities
• Academics, Arts, Athletics: opportunities to learn and be successful,
both inside and outside the classroom
• Access: Learning support, ESL, Technology…
15. ISB offers a rich, balanced programme of academics, arts, sports and service, designed as a
coherent learning continuum, Nursery through Grade 12/13. This programme of learning
provides a unique ISB experience through which:
The experience of international schools
16. Everyone Included
All learners’ needs are supported, their perspectives sought and
respected and their qualities valued and nurtured.
ISB offers a rich, balanced programme of academics, arts, sports and service, designed as a
coherent learning continuum, Nursery through Grade 12/13. This programme of learning
provides a unique ISB experience through which:
The experience of international schools
17. Everyone Challenged
All learners make annual learning progress through the achievement of
specific, appropriate learning targets.
ISB offers a rich, balanced programme of academics, arts, sports and service, designed as a
coherent learning continuum, Nursery through Grade 12/13. This programme of learning
provides a unique ISB experience through which:
The experience of international schools
18. Everyone Successful
All learners have multiple opportunities to succeed and to secure their
best future.
ISB offers a rich, balanced programme of academics, arts, sports and service, designed as a
coherent learning continuum, Nursery through Grade 12/13. This programme of learning
provides a unique ISB experience through which:
The experience of international schools
19. Independent Learner
All learners are able to explain what they are learning and why, to reflect
on their own learning and plan their next steps and to apply what they
have learned in a variety of situations.
ISB offers a rich, balanced programme of academics, arts, sports and service, designed as a
coherent learning continuum, Nursery through Grade 12/13. This programme of learning
provides a unique ISB experience through which:
The experience of international schools
20. International Citizen
All learners develop a personal code of ethics, respect for diversity of
opinion and culture, competency in communications, collaboration and
conflict resolution, an empathy for others, an age-appropriate
understanding of global issues and a disposition towards positive
community participation.
ISB offers a rich, balanced programme of academics, arts, sports and service, designed as a
coherent learning continuum, Nursery through Grade 12/13. This programme of learning
provides a unique ISB experience through which:
The experience of international schools
22. ISB2010
• Student Learning Agenda
•Professional Learning Agenda
•Campus Agenda
•Technology Agenda
•Environmental Agenda
The experience of international schools
23. The experience of international schools
ISB High School Student, The Experience of International Education, Newsweek 2008
24. In the end, it’s all about fit
Choosing the right school for your child,
on top of everything else,
is one of the most important
decisions you will make as
parents.
But what should you look for in a school?
25. Families, companies and organisations
purchase international school education in
just the same way as they buy a new
Luxury BMW, iPod or pair of Chanel
sunglasses.
In the end, it’s all about fit
26. • Costs vary: from 16000-28000 euros per year
• Often companies are paying as part of an expatriate package.
• Some schools will offer financial aid.
In the end, it’s all about fit
27.
28. Starbucks as the ‘Third Place’:
•WORK
•HOME
•STARBUCKS
In the end, it’s all about fit
Kind of like Starbucks
29. Kind of like Starbucks
Starbucks as the ‘Third Place’:
•WORK
•HOME
•STARBUCKS
ISB
ISB
In the end, it’s all about fit
30.
31. The International School of Brussels - Kattenberg 19, 1170 Brussels. Belgium - Tel: 00 32 (2) 661 42 11 - Fax: 00 32 (2) 661 42 00
www.isb.be
To keep the conversation going….
David Willows PhD
Director of External Relations
International School of Brussels (ISB)
Kattenberg 19
Brussels, Belgium
Telephone: +32 2 661 4223
GSM: +32 485 732564
Skype: davidwillows
Blog: http://davidwillows.squarespace.com
www.isb.be