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Northbridge Grade 5 students took learning to the next level on their ALC adventure to Smiling Gecko Farmhouse Resort! From nature walks and sustainable farming to talent shows and temple climbs, this unforgettable trip blended curiosity, independence, and fun in the heart of Kampong Chhnang.

As AI changes the way we work and live, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the most important skills for the future aren’t just technical, they’re human.

What a fantastic year it’s been for our primary Student Council (STUCO)! Before the exciting events began, each STUCO member first had to earn their place on the council.

World Book Week is here, and at NISC and we've been diving headfirst into the enchanting world of stories! This year, our theme is "Reading is Magic," and it's been a week filled with wonder, imagination, and the sheer joy of books.

Action Learning Camps, or ALCs, are often cherished highlights of students' school years. Memories of playing team sports, roasting marshmallows, and sharing whispered conversations into the early hours of the morning leave lasting impressions. But ALCs are more than just fun—they're foundational experiences that support students’ growth in a number of ways.

As part of our wider curriculum to develop our Grade 10, 11 and 12 students, all three grade levels recently travelled to destinations within Cambodia for three-day experiential learning programmes.

By: Cynthia Gayoso Early Learning 4 Teacher   With lots of educational plastic toys available in the market targeting maths skills, Liz Gibbs and NISC EL teachers agrees that the use of natural materials in their teaching has notable benefits.

By Donita Bell PYP Co-ordinator/Assistant Principal The importance of home-school partnerships have long been documented as having positive impact on student wholistic development, wellbeing and life-long learning.  Research shows that the role of the relationship between Parents and Educators creates the conditions conducive to student success.  'No school can work well for children if parents and teachers do not act in partnership on behalf of the children's best interests' - Dorothy Cohen

By Karel Van Der Linden Deputy Head of Primary A house system with a merit-based approach can significantly enhance student growth in a primary school setting. By dividing students into different houses, the school creates smaller communities within the larger school environment, fostering a sense of belonging and teamwork.

Held every year on 21 February, International Mother Language Day is observed worldwide - including here at Northbridge International School Cambodia - to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. The theme for this year is “Multilingual education is a pillar of intergenerational learning.”

At Northbridge International School Cambodia, we recognise that lessons learned outside of the classroom are just as vital as the learning that takes place inside, with field trips to destinations around Phnom Penh held throughout the year, as well as special annual Action Learning Camps, known as ALCs.

Northbridge International School Cambodia is incredibly lucky to be partnered with Juilliard. In my time at Northbridge and previously at the British School in Warsaw, Poland I have got to meet some amazing musicians, dancers and actors who are all passionate about education from the world-leading conservatoire (Juilliard) in those fields.

This month, the Primary team here at Northbridge International School Cambodia are launching a writing competition! We are very excited for this launch because the competition has been set up by Nord Anglia’s Global Campus.

An IB education in the middle and upper school at Northbridge International School Cambodia is strongly focused on skill development, but not all of that development happens in the classroom. Activities and events, such as Model United Nations (MUN) offer rich learning experiences where students can apply their newly acquired skills in dynamic situations.

The Northbridge International School Cambodia Grade 12 Advisors, along with Mr Jeganathan and Mr Andy, the Grade Level Leader, took 67 of the Grade 12 students for a residential three days down to Shalom Valley just outside Kep.

Eco-Council's most awaited project, Earth Week, has been in the works for over 2 months. Members worked diligently to come up with innovative projects to encourage students to participate in becoming more eco-friendly.

It was delightful to see over 70 passionate candidates recently competing to join this year’s Eco Council at Northbridge International School Cambodia. From 4th graders to 11th graders, every person shared their values during their speech in the hope of becoming a member of the Eco Committee.

As we move into the break and celebrate Khmer New Year with our community it is time to reflect on 2022 so far at Northbridge International School Cambodia.

During March, schools around the world have been celebrating the joys of reading for World Book Week. It is a week of showing appreciation for our favourite books and dressing up like the characters that take us along on their adventures with them.

In my last blog, we discussed recreational mathematics. More countries around the world, such as Ireland and New Zealand, have embraced the idea of recreational mathematics and have 'math week' where members of the community participate in the fun events. This includes life size mazes that have an algorithm to follow or having number-themed treasure hunts.