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Why Your First Language Is Your Greatest Learning Tool
Bilingual Learning
10 January 2025
4 min read

Why Your First Language Is Your Greatest Learning Tool

Your first language is not a barrier to learning English. It is actually your greatest asset. Here's why bilingual learning works better.

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Why Your First Language Is Your Greatest Learning Tool
Bilingual Learning
10 January 2025
4 min read

Why Your First Language Is Your Greatest Learning Tool

Your first language is not a barrier to learning English. It is actually your greatest asset. Here's why bilingual learning works better.

The Science Behind Bilingual Education: What Parents Should Know
For Parents
5 January 2025
5 min read

The Science Behind Bilingual Education: What Parents Should Know

Research shows bilingual children have stronger brains and learn faster. Here's what every parent should know about the science of bilingual education.

How Bilingual Learning Helped Me Succeed: A Personal Story
Bilingual Learning
28 December 2024
5 min read

How Bilingual Learning Helped Me Succeed: A Personal Story

A personal journey from struggling with English to embracing bilingual learning. Why using your first language makes you a better English learner.

5 Simple Ways to Practice English Every Day
Learning Tips
20 December 2024
4 min read

5 Simple Ways to Practice English Every Day

You don't need hours of study to improve your English. These five simple daily habits will help you practice without even realising it.

Understanding Academic English: It's Different From Everyday English
Academic Skills
15 December 2024
4 min read

Understanding Academic English: It's Different From Everyday English

Why academic English feels harder than everyday English, and how understanding the difference can help you succeed at university.

Preparing for Your First Day at an International School
Study Abroad
10 December 2024
4 min read

Preparing for Your First Day at an International School

Feeling nervous about your first day at an international school? These simple tips will help you feel prepared and confident.

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Ready for Day One: The International Student Skill Map

A comprehensive guide to the skills that matter most beyond test scores. Learn what it really takes to thrive in international classrooms.

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One useful skill per week

Speaking prompts, classroom scripts, and routines students can follow—short and practical.