How important are friendships in school?

How important are friendships in school?

We explore the vital role of friendship in campus life and how students are assessed through more than just their exam results. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

How creativity can help with self-expression

How can you express yourself though creativity?  Gareth Pyper, Head of Arts, Repton Dubai tells us why he encourages his students to pursue creative activities. His student Maria Ava Cavalli is one of the artists exhibiting their work at Repton's annual event at Al Serkal Avenue.  And how do educators help students with the stresses of school life? Nick Hart, Principal at Horizon English School Town Square, shares some advice.  Plus: Is your child losing confidence once they step in to university? Claire Roberts, Head of Global Pathways Centre at De Montfort University, says it's a common concern, and her team can help address it.  And finally, does your child want to pursue an unconventional career? Hear the story of Mohammed Saif, known as Shaheen in the ring, an  Emirati international pro wrestler who started the wrestling scene in the UAE. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Future Ready: Leadership, Careers and the Classroom of Tomorrow

In a live broadcast from Rrepton School Al Barsha, school leaders, careers experts and students discuss the skills, confidence and adaptability needed to thrive in the jobs of tomorrow. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

KHDA brings back school inspections with 24-hour notice

How do schools prepare for KHDA inspections?  We're also learning about experiential learning and how it can prepare our children for the "real world", and how to raise confident children.  Plus, Cogniasal's Gaurav Saxena tells us why adults need to spot signs of mental health issues in our children. And finally, CNN's Becky Anderson gives us an idea of how future media professionals can navigate an era of generated AI content and deepfakes.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Preparing Kids for Big School

How do we prepare children for the leap into “big school” — emotionally, socially and academically? Rebecca Cregan from Horizon International School shares practical ways parents can ease anxiety and build confidence before the school year begins. We also hear from Chantelle Phillips of Arabian Ranches Primary School on why shrinking attention spans and too much screen time may be affecting children more than we realise — and why adults might be part of the problem too. Plus, Tyler Edmonds explains why he brought the School of Popular Music from Guernsey to Dubai, using singing, instruments and pop music to help kids build confidence and express themselves. And finally, we dive into a unique scuba camp for all ages that’s helping children grow braver, more independent and adventurous. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.