Blog | OWIS - Singapore

Today's students seem to be experiencing higher levels of stress and peer pressure than ever before. Factors that contribute to the problem may begin surfacing as early as the primary school years. Bullying and other negative influences can lead to low self-esteem, failing grades and risky behaviours. Since children spend most of their time in school, schools are an ideal place to teach them how to manage stress.

At One World International School, we encourage parents and teachers to connect with each other regularly through open dialogue and informal communications. However, both parents and teachers can benefit from a structured consultation appointment. While the instructors at OWIS are always available via e-mail, it's important that parents have an opportunity to talk face-to-face with their child's teacher and learn more about their progress in the classroom.

Consistently improving communication between parents and educators at One World International School is more than just a goal. It's a practice that we live out on a daily basis. Our administrators and instructors recognise the important role that open communication plays in helping a child meet or exceed their own goals.

Offered in thousands of schools around the globe, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme has earned a reputation for excellence from educators, parents and students. However, new research proves that the reputation goes beyond perception — the facts prove that this programme provides students with a rigorous curriculum, encouraging the development of life skills which extend beyond life in the classroom. The IB Programme gives students the opportunity to be on a level playing field with other students globally. It offers a range of experiences and study topics which are not purely academic, therefore developing students into well-rounded individuals who have a thirst for knowledge.

Students need a way to bridge the classroom and the community.

Otherwise, they spend time studying theories they cannot apply and then engage in real-world practices that do not correlate with the fundamentals taught at school.

The term "third culture" was coined by the late sociologist Ruth Hill Useem in the 1950s and refers to children who grow up in a culture different from their parents. These children are typically immersed in the local culture but maintain some vestiges of the culture of their country of origin. They often identify with a "third culture", a unique blend of traditions from both cultures, which can influence how they commemorate various holidays and festivals. Many children at OWIS identify as having a “third culture” and it is this diversity which makes our school so special. We love to celebrate and learn more about the different festivals and traditions that our students enjoy with their families.

What is truth?

That question has plagued philosophers, religious leaders, statesmen, public figures and influencers for thousands of years.  In a world inundated with information but often unclear on accuracy, it's also a question that now stands out in sharper relief than ever.

The K-12 education system in Singapore covers both primary and secondary education in public and international schools. As seats at public schools are limited and competitive, international parents will often look to enrol their children in international schools (also known as Foreign System Schools).

Here at One World International School (OWIS), we believe that every child should be internationally minded. It's a big concept and one that prospective parents and teachers often ask us to define.

 Starting at a new school generates both excitement and anxiety for students and parents alike.  Students worry about fitting into established peer groups, and parents wonder if their children are prepared to meet new challenges.  If there was a recent relocation, the fears can run even deeper. Transitioning students into school midway into the academic year can compound those natural feelings of anxiety.