| Dear Linda&Hanly,
I would really recommend that you have a look at the school's atmosphere, the teacher's attitudes as well as the kids already in there(if they are happy) first before you enrol for the school.
International schools usually are run by people who have exposure to western cultures and their idea would be more open, their approach to the kids would be more tolerate and patient. Whereas most asian teachers are more strict, they would expect the kids to listen to adults' instructions and should have minimal opinions on what they like to do or how they feel. ... of course these are only my personal opinion.
There are however a number of local school which are starting to introduce western teaching methods into their schools but not many at all and usually they are quite full already - these are also what i prefer, as they aren't as strict as the locals, at the same time, they also put some importance in teaching the kids manners and some knowledges through a relaxed environment. I believe kids should love their school and not scared of them.
Hope this help.  |