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Parent Coffee Morning Update - September 2018

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

Blog | Secondary

Why learning a new language opens up a world of opportunities

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.

News | parents

Monthly update from the Parent Council

Welcome to the monthly update from the Parent Council, which summarizes the discussions from the latest meeting, and important events to watch out for.

Blog | Whole School

Ministry of Education visit to Northbridge

Northbridge International School welcomed nearly 30 members of the Cambodian Ministry of Education for an afternoon’s focus training on our Secondary school approach to teaching in science and history. The group including Dr Hang Chuon Naron, Minister of Education for Youth and Sport.

Blog | Secondary

Promoting a growth mindset in mathematics

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.

Blog | Primary

Viewing guidelines for Primary students

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!”?

Blog | Whole School

Northbridge welcomes Mr Andy Puttock, Education DIrector, Nord Anglia Education

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!

Blog | Secondary

Introducing the Approaches to Learning

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.

Blog | Primary

Conflict resolution at Northbridge - Take 5!

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.

News | Library

New Primary and Secondary books in the library

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.

News | Sport

Northbridge hosts first ISSAPP swim meet

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.

Blog | Whole School

Health and safety update

As part of our ‘Emergency Plan’ we have been practicing certain procedures with our students over the past couple of weeks. We have now had a notified Evacuation Drill and a Lockdown Drill. These are both systems which enable us to manage different types of emergency situation with a large volume of children and adults on campus. We will continue to refine and develop these over time.

Blog | Secondary

How to foster a love of reading

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 Parent Council

News | parents

Monthly update from the Parent Council September 2018

Welcome to the first monthly update from the Parent Council, which summarizes the discussions from the latest meeting, and important future events to watch out for.

Blog | Secondary

Why is feedback important?

Secondary school students have started the year full of ambition, drive and determination. Part of the journey of student success is helping students get to where they want to through quality feedback.

News | news | School News

Royal Group and Nord Anglia CEOs meet to discuss ongoing Cambodian partnership

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.