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Admission assistance
Choosing the right international school for your child can be overwhelming and time-consuming,
since each school is different and has a unique admission application process. Jennifer Debow at
Muskoka Consulting
can help parents with school selection, applications, interview preparations,
re-tests and re-interviews, or coaching in advance of application time. Jennifer can assist both
Hong Kong-based families as well as families moving here. With international school admission time
quickly approaching, get your child optimally prepared by emailing
Interactive
learning
Already well known for its
top curriculum, trained
staff and full-immersion
bilingual English/Mandarin
programmes, Tutor Time
WOW at Braemar Hill now
offers lessons in a beautiful
eco-space. Classrooms are
arranged around a large
playground, with walls of
living plants surrounding the
play equipment (including
a rope course, swing and
climbing jungle). Classrooms
feature interactive digital
walls to enhance children’s
learning. Young learners can
use the walls for artwork,
sharing songs and stories;
whilst the walls support older
students’ wider learning.
Starting this month, students
can enrol in certificate
courses in Mandarin (KPCC)
and English (Cambridge
English Young Learners). For
details, call
2529 1833
.
Language lessons
English Focus
is a well-established language
school and home-tutoring provider.
Equipped with a team of highly qualified and
experienced native British teachers, English
Focus provides tailored English language
tuition, both in-school and at clients’ homes
throughout Hong Kong. An extensive
range of courses is available, including
Cambridge and Trinity preparation, and
interview techniques courses which help
prepare students for the competitive school
application process. Learn more and book a
free trial lesson at
Read and learn
Oxford Reading Tree (ORT) playgroups feature heart-warming UK stories reflecting
children’s daily experiences, designed for their developmental needs. Lessons
incorporate arts and crafts, concept recognition, motor skills training, and
singing and dancing.
Trinity International Language
’s ORT playgroup (the
only Oxford University Press-authorised Southside centre) has certified,
native English speaking tutors helping children set strong reading
foundations. Children who complete the programme receive an
assessment report and an Oxford University Press certificate. Try a trial
ORT playgroup on 13 December, or visit
Moving,
grooving & learning
Girl power
Have you noticed your tween or teen
girl expending an increasing amount
of energy wondering why she can’t
be prettier, more popular or perfect?
Research indicates that the average girl’s
self-esteem peaks at the age of nine then
begins to plummet. When it does, girls
become susceptible to poor academic
performance, depression, anxiety, bullying,
eating disorders and more.
Mindquest
’s
mission at REALgirl is to provide girls with
guidance and tools to build and protect
their self-esteem. To help your daughter,
click
