9 Reasons Why Your Child Should Join OWIS

One World International School (OWIS) is one of the top educational institutions in Singapore providing a high-quality, world-class education to students between the ages of 3 and 18.

OWIS offers several curricula: IB PYP (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme), IB DP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme), and of course IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education).

All three of these curricula are, of course, recognized internationally, and taught by highly qualified and experienced teachers.

In this article, we have listed just some of the benefits your child will accrue by attending One World International School. So without further ado here they are.

1. Personalized approach to learning.

Each and every curriculum is designed to spark a child's natural curiosity and the students' interests are incorporated into the lesson plan.

The class sizes are limited, which gives each student an equal opportunity to interact with their teacher and ask questions, as well as interact with and collaborate with their peers.

 In early childhood classrooms, the number of students is limited to 18, whereas on the primary and secondary levels there are no more than 24 students in each class.

Needless to say, such small classes and interactive lessons make the learning process more enjoyable and instill in students a lifelong love of learning.

By collaborating with their teachers and peers students build their teamwork skills and become more self-confident and independent.

2. OWIS offers a welcoming and supportive environment.

Creating a supportive environment and welcoming atmosphere is as important for One World International School as academic excellence.

It is important to OWIS that all students feel that they belong, and are valued and accepted as unique individuals.

Respect, compassion, and kindness are some of the core values of OWIS which are adhered to by both students and teachers.

In order to instill these values in their alumni, One World International School encourages its students to get involved in international organizations and local communities.

3. OWIS knows that multicultural education is the future.

Young professionals of today and tomorrow will have to interact with many different nationalities throughout their careers so it is of paramount importance that their educational institutions prepare them for this reality.

Students at OWIS belong to over 70 different nationalities. Diversity is maintained with a nationality cap. This means that students of one nationality cannot constitute more than 30% of the contingent.

Diversity doesn't apply just to students, teachers also come from a variety of countries around the world.

This diversity encourages an exchange of different perspectives which gives students an opportunity not only to understand other cultures but also to gain a deeper understanding of their own.

4. OWIS offers a variety of co-curricular activities.

Co-curricular activities encourage students to explore their passions and talents outside of the classroom.

OWIS offers a wide variety of such activities including drama, sports, arts and crafts, music, and many more.

By being engaged in these co-curricular activities students at One World International School learn how to network and build relationships with their peers as well as teachers.

Who knows, maybe as they grow up they will decide to turn their passions into their careers?

In the pre-Covid period, co-curricular activities at OWIS were optional, conducted after schoo and required a payment of a separate fee.

5. Developing soft skills needed in the 21st century.

In the 21st-century work environment simply possessing academic knowledge will not get you far. In order to stand out from the competition, the candidate needs to possess a range of so-called soft skills. They include collaboration and communication skills, problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, etc.

Educators at One World International School make sure that students develop those crucial soft skills.

In addition, it is absolutely essential nowadays to know your way around technology. That is why classrooms at OWIS are equipped with interactive whiteboards, iPads, and other useful gadgets that students need to learn how to use.

6. A holistic approach to learning.

Educators at OWIS adopted and balanced approach to education which supports multiple aspects of students' development. The teachers also adopt concept-driven learning practices in their classrooms, giving their students a more 'big-picture' wide lens view in the topics they are studying.

 It is important that students develop not only academically, but also physically, socially, and emotionally.

This is why physical education, visual arts, performing arts, and music are integrated into the curricula.

A lot of attention is also paid to acquiring a second language. Mandarin is taught as a second language in both primary and secondary schools. And from the 8th-grade student have an option of studying either French or Spanish as a second language.

OWIS also offers a bilingual Chinese-English programme to its primary school students.

7. OWIS has two locations in Singapore.

The Mountbatten campus is dedicated to early learners between the ages of 3 and 6. This campus offers a nurturing environment that encourages young children to explore.

The Nanyang campus is located in Jurong West. This campus serves children from early years all the way through grade 12.

The campus is divided into several blocks (early childhood, primary, and secondary schools) and, needless to say, all the classrooms are equipped with the latest gadgets.

In addition to this, the Nanyang campus flaunts its wonderful sporting facilities (both indoors and outdoors), drama and art spaces, science labs (accessible to secondary school students), and, of course, the school would not be complete without a library.

8. The importance of pastoral care.

Secondary school years can be a tumultuous time for a teenager. That is why OWIS offers a pastoral care programme and mentoring sessions to all of its secondary school students.

Every morning students and teachers meet in small groups and do positive activities that help them start their day on a positive note.

During these meetings, educators try to promote healthy values. Specifically: kindness towards other people, having a positive attitude, the importance of acting ethically and being honest, the importance of taking responsibility for your actions and learning from your mistakes, the importance of respecting yourself, others, and the environment in which we all live, and so on.

These mentoring sessions are referred to as a "behavior agreement", and they help students realize what kind of behavior is expected of them not only in school but in polite society in general. Needless to say, such an approach helps them develop into positive, helpful, and productive human beings.

9. Cambridge curriculum in secondary school.

In secondary school students are offered Cambridge IGCSE which is an internationally recognized secondary school programme.

The programme aligns perfectly with a multicultural environment created in One World International School.

As well as this, it encourages students to be inquisitive and to use their knowledge in a practical setting (which undoubtedly helps students remember what they have learned for longer).

Compulsory subjects are as follows: English language and English literature, science, math, physical education (PE), and a foreign language of student's choice.

In addition to these compulsory subjects, students need to choose three optional ones from the following list: computer science, business studies, economics, history, geography.

Cambridge IGCSE is popular in Singapore and is offered by OWIS because it provides an excellent basis for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

The IB DP is designed for secondary school students who are in the final 2 years of their school studies.

The IB DP is a popular choice among Singaporean students as well as parents because it promotes skills such as collaboration and inquiry, and encourages students to learn independently.

The International Baccalaureate Diploma programme pays special attention to promoting respect towards different cultures and worldviews (which is essential in today's "global village").

And, last but not least, students with this type of secondary school diploma frequently get admitted into some of the world's most prestigious colleges and universities.

 

To conclude, One World International School is one of the most popular educational institutions in Singapore and there are good reasons for that.

Not only does it offer high-quality academic knowledge to students from primary all the way through high secondary school, but it also offers additional benefits which enable your child to function well in today's environment.

Students at OWIS interact with representatives of over 70 different nationalities which prepares them for the multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment they will most definitely have to function in when they grow up and start their careers. In addition to this, educators have a holistic approach to teaching which means that they are not just focused on conveying academic knowledge but they also want to instill healthy values in students.

This type of pastoral care ensures that graduates of One World International School will grow up to become educated, respectable, and well-balanced individuals.

Check out their school fees here to estimate your cost of educating your child in this school.

And let's not forget about that all-important aspect of 21st-century education - technology. The so-called "digital natives" are highly sought after by both Singaporean and international companies. The classrooms at OWIS are equipped with the latest gadgets so using them becomes second nature to students.

And, last but not least, OWIS offers a wide range of co-curricular activities to help your child discover what they are truly passionate about. Knowing where their passions lie will help the students choose appropriate careers in the future and be motivated to achieve success.

 

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