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The EtonHouse International Education Group is headquartered in Singapore with 120 schools in over 12 countries. Together these schools provide high quality education to over 12000 children globally. EtonHouse has been at the forefront of international education offering innovative pre-schools and K-12 schools across Asia.
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How to master the English language - Tips from our EAL expert

EtonHouse ConversationsNov 26, 2020

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Play is a child's work

Play is a child's work

The learning environment and experiences your child immerse in influence their development in all areas - physical, social, emotional and cognitive. How can you encourage child-centred play and exploration in a home learning environment? Lisamarie Hughes, Principal of EtonHouse International School Sentosa, and Luna Deller, Principal of EtonHouse International School Thomson, take a deep dive into the differences between child-responsive and child-led learning and share approaches to fostering a love of learning through innovative play experiences.

Nov 17, 202255:18
How to raise a bilingual child?

How to raise a bilingual child?

How can you support your child in Mandarin language acquisition, especially if you don’t speak the language? In this podcast, Priscilia Lim, Principal of EtonHouse Pre-School Robertson Walk and Sim Jianing, Mandarin Teacher at EtonHouse Pre-School Zhong Hua, discuss approaches to cultivating a genuine connection to Mandarin in young learners in school and at home. We also share practical tips you can try with your child to make learning Mandarin fun. 

Sep 08, 202242:18
Sibling Squabbles - Resolving conflicts peacefully

Sibling Squabbles - Resolving conflicts peacefully

To reduce the jealousy, frustration, and competition that comes with sibling squabbles, we invited Matthew Scott, Principal of Middleton International School and father of 3 children, and Stephanie Chalmers, Parent Educator and mother of 2 children, to discuss approaches to using these conflicts as teaching moments to help their children form a loving bond with each other. 

Jun 16, 202252:05
The Language of Acceptance
Apr 29, 202256:47
EtonHouse Parenting Webinar - Respectful Parenting

EtonHouse Parenting Webinar - Respectful Parenting

Power struggles with our children are inevitable. Instead of getting angry or asking your child to 'stop it already', seize these opportunities to learn how to better communicate with each other. In this podcast, we take a deep dive into Respectful Parenting, a parenting approach close to our heart. Hear from Rebecca Gough, Principal of EtonHouse International Pre-School Mountbatten 718, and Sophia Klopp, our EtonHouse parent and a Certified Parent Educator of Positive Discipline, as they share approaches to incorporate respectful parenting in your daily interactions with your children.

Dec 22, 202147:45
EtonHouse Parenting Webinar - Supporting Your Child's Growth And Development

EtonHouse Parenting Webinar - Supporting Your Child's Growth And Development

A healthy body ensures your child is in the optimal condition to learn and fulfil their potential. It is, therefore, beneficial to understand your child’s development at each stage of growth to help support and nurture their minds and bodies. We share key factors to providing a healthy and secure environment for our children in this podcast with Dr Amy Wang, Specialist in Paediatric Medicine from Raffles Hospital and Denise Teo, Pedagogue from EtonHouse International School.

Nov 11, 202159:50
EtonHouse Parenting Webinar - How Do We Nurture Resilience In Our Children?

EtonHouse Parenting Webinar - How Do We Nurture Resilience In Our Children?

Our Design & Technology teacher from EtonHouse Orchard, Adrian Bennett, is also a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS holder for the longest triathlon completed. In this podcast, Adrian together with Ng Yi-Xian, Executive Director of EtonHouse International Education Group, who is also an avid sportsman, share tips on training the mind and body, and strategies on how to build grit and perseverance in our children to help them cope with the challenges as they grow.

Oct 06, 202154:45
EtonHouse Parenting Webinar - Stress and Mental Health

EtonHouse Parenting Webinar - Stress and Mental Health

Stress and mental health problems can even affect young children. Depression, anxiety and other disorders are often a reflection of the circumstances at home and/or school or the wider society. Many of these factors go unnoticed and sometimes it can be too late when these observations aren’t addressed at an early stage. How can you ensure your child’s emotional wellbeing and build on their resilience to cope with challenges in life? We share more in this podcast with Dr Gina Dahel from International Medical Clinic and Nysa Kaparani, student and moderator from EtonHouse Orchard.

Aug 31, 202159:16
EtonHouse Parenting Webinar - Safe Environments

EtonHouse Parenting Webinar - Safe Environments

Jump, skip, hop, splash and stomp! All children have a keen sense of curiosity and love to explore, but how do parents encourage this while ensuring their young ones stay safe? Save the bubble wrap and join us at our luncheon webinar with Dr Diana Lin from Urgent Care Clinic International, where she shares tips and takes questions on early childhood safety and injury prevention.

Jun 18, 202101:02:07
Cybersecurity and Internet Safety for Families

Cybersecurity and Internet Safety for Families

What do parents need to know about cyber safety, and what are the common threats children face online? As the world moves deeper into the digital realm with home based learning from the pandemic onset, more time is spent on devices. At the same time, there is no one controlling the internet and cyberspace for children. It is important for parents and children to be equipped with cyber wellness. We share more in this podcast with Peter Dart, EtonHouse PYP coordinator and Common Sense Media and SeeSaw Ambassador.  

Jun 02, 202131:44
EtonHouse Parenting Webinar- The Language Of Kindness

EtonHouse Parenting Webinar- The Language Of Kindness

How can you nurture positive and respectful relationships with your children? ‘The EtonHouse Parenting’ series host interactive webinars with experts who share practical hands-on strategies and real-life experiences to help parents develop deep, meaningful and sustainable relationships with their children. Our first session, ‘The Language Of Kindness - How do you nurture empathy in your toddler?’ is out now. 

May 20, 202158:18
University and Careers Pathway with Hannah Thompson

University and Careers Pathway with Hannah Thompson

University options and career pathways are important and critical considerations for all families. However, it looks different for every individual student. Some know as early as their primary or secondary years on what they would want to pursue as a career option while others may take up to their undergraduate years to figure things out. There are many questions that come to the fore when families start to think of this and we hope this sharing will aid you and your children as they embark on this very exciting and significant journey. We speak to Hannah Thompson, Careers and University Guidance Counsellor at EtonHouse International School Orchard to find out more.

Mar 31, 202111:25
How to master the English language - Tips from our EAL expert

How to master the English language - Tips from our EAL expert

In this podcast we discuss the EAL programme at EtonHouse International School. English as an Additional Language(EAL) learning caters to students whose native language isn't English and require assistance to develop proficiency in the English language. Students come from diverse backgrounds, and in keeping with the IBO's philosophy of intercultural understanding and respect, EtonHouse recognises that learning an additional language together with maintaining the student's mother tongue is essential as language is our means of thinking and communicating.  How do we get students well equipped in the language so that they can take an active role in the classroom and maintain a seamless pathway towards their higher education?

We speak to Kieran Macken, EAL coordinator and teacher at EtonHouse Orchard to find out more.


Nov 26, 202012:13
Children's Day Special - Celebrating children and embracing their individuality

Children's Day Special - Celebrating children and embracing their individuality

When we see the world through a child’s eyes, we experience it like no other, their constant wonder and curiosity inspires us every day. In this podcast, we speak to the principal of EtonHouse Sentosa, Lisamarie on how being around children constantly has impacted her life. 


Oct 03, 202012:25
Teacher's Day Special - More than just a job

Teacher's Day Special - More than just a job

Being a teacher is more than just a job, it is a calling and comes with many challenges and opportunities. To honour their passion and dedication, we speak to 3 teachers from the EtonHouse International Group in our latest podcast to find out more about their inspiring journey as an educator and all that they have come to achieve in this wonderful journey.

Sep 07, 202017:40
Getting to know Chris Quinn - Principal, EtonHouse Orchard

Getting to know Chris Quinn - Principal, EtonHouse Orchard

Taking on the role of a new principal is no easy feat, furthermore amidst these uncertain times and having to implement safety measures while still ensuring that learning happens can prove to be a challenge. In this podcast, we have a chat with Christopher Quinn as he takes on the leadership role for EtonHouse Orchard and moves it to the next level in its growth and development with 13 years of experience as an educator.

Aug 17, 202013:26
Newborn care and development -Sleep schedules

Newborn care and development -Sleep schedules

Are you a soon-to-be parent or a parent of a newborn? There must be questions concerning your child's sleep routines and patterns. How can we help nurture healthy sleep habits? In this podcast, we speak to Louise Duncan from Petite Dreamers, where they specialise in sleep routines for babies with step-by-step customised plans to help parents.

Jul 30, 202016:52
Cybersecurity in Education- Keeping Your Child Safe in the Digital Age

Cybersecurity in Education- Keeping Your Child Safe in the Digital Age

How can we keep our children safe in the digital age? The internet provides a wonderful platform for children to learn and be entertained. However, there are also risks and challenges involved when learning happens online. In this podcast, we speak to Nina Bual, an in-house entrepreneur at The Creative Square Company. Nina has supported organisations in reducing cyber risk through awareness and online training.

Jul 17, 202015:43
Crisis Management -Handling the COVID19 pandemic and keeping our community safe

Crisis Management -Handling the COVID19 pandemic and keeping our community safe

Our latest podcast is all about crisis management and keeping the community safe during this pandemic. ‘Unprecedented’ is one of the most popular words since the Covid19 outbreak. So how have organisations adapted to implications that have no precedence? Especially schools that are the epicenter of communities and an intrinsic part of the lives of parents, teachers, and students. Join us as we speak to Evelyn Tay, Group Director, Human Resource & Operations at EtonHouse International School.

Jul 10, 202008:28
What Is Respectful Parenting - Understanding the basics

What Is Respectful Parenting - Understanding the basics

What is Respectful Parenting? What does it look like when it comes to parenting and real-life interactions with children? In our latest podcast, we speak to Li Ling Phua, Director of Chapter Zero, who has been instrumental in creating a large community of parents and caregivers who are passionate about supporting children respectfully.

Jul 03, 202023:47
Bilingual Education: How does it work?

Bilingual Education: How does it work?

The Chinese language is increasingly being recognised as a life skill and an essential communication tool. Many parents now want their children to be effectively bilingual in both English and Mandarin. We all know the benefits of being bilingual, but getting started and sustaining the interest level in a second language; particularly Mandarin, can be daunting. How do we raise children who are truly bilingual, and how do we choose a curriculum that works for our children?

We speak to Ms Zhao Beiyan, Director of the Mandarin Department in EtonHouse International School Broadrick. Beiyan has been with EtonHouse for 19 years and is key to the development of an award-winning successful bilingual curriculum. Over the years, Beiyan and her team of Mandarin teachers have nurtured many cohorts of truly bilingual students who can confidently communicate in both Mandarin and English.

Jun 22, 202015:42
What is the Reggio Emilia approach? -FAQs on Reggio Emilia

What is the Reggio Emilia approach? -FAQs on Reggio Emilia

In this podcast, we speak to Anastasia Edwards, Principal of EtonHouse Claymore. Anastasia has been teaching at EtonHouse Claymore since the pre-school first opened. Her pedagogy is deeply influenced by the Reggio Emilia approach. She has attended a study trip in Reggio Emilia and has visited the schools there. She believes the key values behind this approach continue to inform our thinking at EtonHouse. Let’s find out more from Anastasia.

Jun 12, 202019:58
Impact of Mindfulness on Organisational Culture

Impact of Mindfulness on Organisational Culture

In our chat today, we have a special guest from New York. Asheena Baez is a principal and an Internationally renowned Mindful leadership Coach, Curriculum Developer, and Educational Consultant. Asheena is one of two Contentment Foundation Emissaries to the United States, where she is committed to scaling the Four Pillars of Wellbeing across the country.

Speaking to Asheena is Yi Xian Ng, the Executive Director of EtonHouse who is a strong advocate of the mindfulness practice and has led the way in building this practice within the organisation.

Jun 02, 202039:38
Getting Your Child Prepared For School After The Circuit Breaker

Getting Your Child Prepared For School After The Circuit Breaker

With the reopening of schools in the upcoming week, we understand the many concerns and challenges you face having to ease your child back into school after the long break and amidst the COVID19 situation. In this podcast, we speak to our colleagues-Renee Sim, Amanda Cho and Bipasha Minocha to address some of factors that will help make this transition easier.

May 28, 202019:12
IB Diploma Programme - Unpacking the gold standard in education

IB Diploma Programme - Unpacking the gold standard in education

In this podcast, we address some questions regarding the IB diploma programme as parents decide the next educational path for their child. We speak to Alec Jiggins, Principal at EtonHouse International School, Orchard. Alec is not only an IB Consultant and Council of International Schools (CIS) team member but has also led the Orchard campus to its IB Diploma authorisation.

May 22, 202013:53
Leading The Way In Well-Being And Contentment
May 13, 202019:45
Celebrating Motherhood and Raising Successful Children

Celebrating Motherhood and Raising Successful Children

This Mother's Day, as we celebrate the selfless superwomen in our lives, we find inspiration in Mrs. Ng Gim Choo Founder of EtonHouse International Education Group, a mother of three and now a grandmother to a pair twins on her parenting journey and raising successful children while also growing a successful brand.

May 08, 202007:59
Debunking Myths of Home-Based Learning

Debunking Myths of Home-Based Learning

HBL is one of the most popular and well-used acronyms today! Unheard of a few months ago, today, it is a reality for most of us- children, teachers, and parents alike. We speak our pedagogue Denise Teo on the myths surrounding HBL.

Denise has 16 years of experience in education, including being a teacher and principal at EtonHouse. As a part of our pedagogy team, she now works closely with our schools to support the #EtonHouseHBL programme. She is also a mum to two boys aged 8 and 3!

May 05, 202019:42
Episode 3: Transforming Well-Being in Schools

Episode 3: Transforming Well-Being in Schools

In this podcast, we discuss how Educators today are working towards a strategic implementation of wellbeing in schools to transform the way teaching and learning take place. Middleton International School (MIS) has collaborated with the Contentment Foundation in the US to ensure that the school community proactively works towards developing mindfulness and well-being. We speak to Ng Yi Xian, the Executive Director of EtonHouse who is a strong advocate of this practice and Matthew Scott, Vice Principal at Middleton who has taken the lead at MIS to weave this practice into the curriculum.

Apr 29, 202022:06
Episode 2: Mindfulness in the time of crisis

Episode 2: Mindfulness in the time of crisis

Mindfulness during trying times. Does it help during a crisis? It is unthinkable what we are all going through and the psychological impact that this virus has had on us. Our discussion today is therefore on mindfulness and how it can help us cope during this time. On this podcast, we have Yi Xian with us, Executive Director of the EtonHouse International Education Group. Yi Xian is a strong advocate for mindfulness and has been practicing it for several years now. Let’s find out from him about his journey and how it has helped him.

Apr 01, 202018:26
Episode 1: International Women's Day

Episode 1: International Women's Day

Honouring International Women’s Day 2020 and forging a gender equal world this session will be about celebrating the achievements of women from all walks of life- mothers, daughters, wives and sisters. We have a chat with 2 inspiring women, our HR and Operations Director Evelyn Tay and our Director of Pedagogy Tina Chin. 

Mar 06, 202008:50
Teenage Health And Wellbeing
Nov 04, 201925:57
Screen Time: How Much Is Too Much?
Nov 04, 201930:23
What causes tantrums in our toddlers and how do you deal with them?

What causes tantrums in our toddlers and how do you deal with them?

 As a parent, you've wondered — what causes tantrums in our toddlers, and how do you deal with them? We speak to our Child Psychology expert, Tina Stephenson-Chin

Nov 04, 201927:08