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Astro boots inventor Professor Leia Stirling challenges students to create their own wearable technologies

Known for inventing boots for astronauts to walk on Mars, Professor Leia Stirling at MIT’s Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics wants students to explore the world of wearable technology in the Epic Identity challenge and discover how gadgets are used to measure and enhance or help human performance.

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This year's Sustainable Development Goals and the 'Worlds Largest Lesson'

All Nord Anglia students are empowered to make a difference and to positively impact the world. Through our collaboration with UNICEF, students participate in meaningful activities to effect change in their schools and communities at large. To focus these efforts on specific goals, UNICEF annually challenges Nord Anglia students to raise awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals, which are a collection 17 goals set by the United Nations regarding social and economic development issues.

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STUDENT SAFEGUARDING AND CYBER AWARENESS AT NORD ANGLIA EDUCATION

We believe that every student has the right to be respected and to feel welcomed. Internet and social media safety for students is of paramount importance, and our teachers, staff, students and parents all have a role to play in helping students become responsible internet users.

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ACADEMIC RESULTS A TESTAMENT TO THE NORD ANGLIA DIFFERENCE

Nord Anglia Education's CEO Andrew Fitzmaurice shares his thoughts on this year's outstanding academic results.

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This year MIT challenges YOU to be a STEAM Superhero!

The theme of this year’s MIT Challenges is STEAM Superheroes, a concept connecting Nord Anglia Education (NAE) students to current, cutting-edge research while reinforcing cross-disciplinary learning.

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How to establish good study habits for life

Ethan Hildreth, Superintendent at the Nord Anglia American International School in Abu Dhabi, says building good study habits at the beginning of the school year can help students achieve in and outside of the classroom, as well as pave the way for success in other areas of their life.

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‘Fear is a universal language’, but it shouldn’t be a language that children all over the world are forced to learn

By Hannah Scott, from the 2018 Global Goals Student Summit in New York City.

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Moving Abroad and Starting school in a new city

You and your family have finally made the move and adjusted to your new surroundings. Your children have already adjusted to the new city, and will soon need to adjust to their new school. Here are a few tips to help your child get started in their new school.

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Tips to get your child settled in after moving abroad

The excitement of embarking on a new adventure, and the anxiety of not knowing what to expect after moving abroad can cause a mix of emotions for you and your children. In the second part of our Moving Abroad Series, we offer some tips on how you can help your children settle in after relocating to a new country.

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The Significance of MIT’s “Mind and Hand” Philosophy

Learn about the significance of MIT's Mind and Hand philosophy and its relation to the STEAM curriculum at the British International School of Boston.

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Top 7 tips to prepare your child for the move abroad

Moving abroad can often be a very challenging time for parents and their children. Here is some advice on what to prepare for when embarking on a new chapter of life in an unfamiliar city.

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Seven Secrets to Success: Helping Your Child Excel in School

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.

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5 key questions to ask when choosing an international school

With an array of schooling options available in any given city, parents may feel confused with which school to choose for their child. As an experienced school leader and parent, Ethan Hildreth tells us what every parent should ask themselves when choosing an international school for their child.

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How to help your child get into a top US university

Applying to universities in the U.S. 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.

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Applications are open! Three programs on offer for Summer Performing Arts with Juilliard

We are delighted to announce that applications are open for Summer Performing Arts with Juilliard, which has expanded into three bespoke, immersive performing arts programs taking place in Geneva, Shanghai and Florida.

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Lord David Puttnam to chair Nord Anglia's Education Advisory Board

Nord Anglia Education is pleased to announce the establishment of its Education Advisory Board, chaired by world-renowned film producer and educator, Lord David Puttnam. Find out how Lord Puttnam and Nord Anglia will work together to define the education of the future.

King’s College London Residentials: Revolutionising learning through international education

By Tom Collins, Regional MIT Lead for North America

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Our Journey: Discovering the Sustainable Development Goals

In June, Nord Anglia Education students attended a side event at the United Nations Oceans Conference to discuss the role of youth in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Students ages 10-24 focused on Goal #14 to improve the health of marine life and the ocean.

What's the right age to get my child a tablet?

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.