Top Schools Asia

Empowering Young Women: A Conversation with Rosie McColl of Brighton Girls GDST School In this episode, Ruth from Top Schools interviews Rosie McColl, the head of Brighton Girls GDST School in Brighton. Rosie shares her background as an English teacher and her journey towards becoming a headteacher. They discuss the advantages of single-sex education, the initiatives at Brighton Girls to challenge...

Ready to explore how excellence in the arts and athletics shapes future leaders? Join us for an engaging Head Talk with Rossall School’s Headmaster, Jeremy Quartermain, as we dive into their world-class Steinway program and elite football partnership with Manchester City Football Club!      

'The Future of Education: A Conversation with Rugby School Japan'. 🏫💡 From the bustling streets of Tokyo, discover how a revered British institution blends tradition with cutting-edge learning to shape the global citizens of tomorrow. Listen in as we unravel the unique journey of Rugby School Japan, exploring its strategic embrace of cultural diversity, academic excellence, and the boarding adva...

Dive into the heart of innovation with this podcast recorded live at Dalton School Hong Kong 🌟 With Shaun Porter, Head, and special guest Russell Cailey from Think Learning Studio, we explore the future of education. 📚💡Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or right here.    

Discover how Epsom College in Malaysia masters the art of educating the whole child, blending rigorous academics with elite sports training.    Join the Epsom Experience live in Hong Kong on 17 March 2024! Register here: https://topschools.link/Epsom-College-MY    

In this episode of 'Let's Talk International Education,' host Ruth Benny welcomes Sean Porter, Principal of Dalton School Hong Kong, to discuss the innovative approaches to bilingual education. They delve into the school's philosophy, the Dalton Plan, and its unique execution in creating a joyous learning experience for Chinese language acquisition. Sean shares insights on the dual language model,...

Welcome to "Let's Talk International Education." Today, we delve into the evolution of university admissions, the significance of critical thinking, and the role of effective communication.  We are joined by experts Charlie Ellinson from AISL Group, Jenny McGowan of Keystone Tutors, and Toby Parslow from Cambridge University. Our discussion will focus on the transition from traditional academ...

Welcome to the latest episode of our education-focused podcast, where we explore different schools and learning environments to help parents make informed decisions about their children's education. In today's episode, we have an engaging conversation with representatives from Maple Leaf Kingsley International School in Malaysia. Tune in as we discuss the school's commitment to providing affordabl...

In this podcast, we will delve into what makes The Portsmouth Grammar School an excellent option for Hong Kongers. We will hear from a current student, a parent and the Head of School about their journey to the school, their challenges, and the opportunities they discovered. We will also discuss the unique culture and community at The Portsmouth Grammar School and how it supports an...

In this episode of the Top School podcast, we look at the admissions process for universities in the United Kingdom. We discuss the different types of UK universities, the application process and the requirements.   Expert guidance is just a click away: https://topschools.link/UKHigherEd 

The team at Bloom KKCA Academy discuss design thinking, preparing students and teachers for the future of learning and having the right systems. *** If you wish to find out more about Bloom KKCA Academy's innovative program, please register for their next information session! https://bloom.edu.hk/admissions/info-sessions

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Are you considering sending your child to a UK school?  If so, you won't want to miss this podcast!   Virtual Tours are now fully booked, new dates are to be released soon. Click here to register your interest: https://www.slcuk.com/admissions/enquiry-form/

discussing the unique through-train education model NAIS has developed.

Discover if a Canadian Boarding School is the best fit for your family. Learn more about UNISUS School today. Click here to register for a personal consultation!: https://www.unisus.ca/personal-consultation 

Noel Cheung from Mighty Oaks Nursery and Kindergarten shares her top tips on social-emotional learning. In this podcast we will learn how to help children understand and regulate their emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain healthy relationships, and make responsible decisions.

In this episode, we will discuss what to look for when searching for a school with amazing pastoral care. We will also touch on the importance of mental health awareness prior to choosing a boarding school abroad.

In this week's podcast, Ruth Benny from Top Schools speaks with Joanna Hotung from Kids Gallery. They discuss school readiness, applying to schools, and being a parent in Hong Kong.   -Hong Kong is a unique place of craziness. You get a fusion of cultures, mental pressures and anxiety. You try to get the most out of each culture and give the most to your kids.  Joanna's daughter went to...

In this episode, we will focus on outdoor education. We start by looking at the benefits of outdoor and wilderness education and then move on to discuss some specific schools that offer that kind of an experience.  Education writers have been talking for a long time about the importance of learning from nature while in the wilderness.  In nature, it's easy to find your own limitations an...

Top Schools Ruth Benny talks with Renée Boey, Founder & Head of School at *Bloom KKCA Academy. About Bloom - A new school of innovation to open in Fall 2021 founded by educators, entrepreneurs and engineers. Bloom KKCA Academy will offer a progressive G1-6 bilingual, project-based education. Bloom's curriculum is built with an eye toward the future and prioritizes the mindsets and skills of ad...

Character education is an important part of teaching our children to be responsible, caring citizens. Parents have a vital role in helping schools teach character education, by encouraging your child to do what is right and discouraging them from doing wrong. By working together at home and school, we can help our children develop good habits for life – habits that will make them better students t...

Sam arrived in colonial Hong Kong in 1996. Arriving with nothing more than a backpack, she shares about her experience as a mother of two in Hong Kong.