International Education Articles

The Evolution of LD: A Global Guide for Expat Parents By Kristina L. Dooley Once a much tabooed topic of discussion amongst parents, acknowledgement and education about learning differences is growing and, fortunately, so are the resources available to families throughout the world.

The Economic Advantages of a Distance Learning Private School By Pam Dion What are the differences between homeschooling and a distance learning private school? Pam Dion is one of the founders of Advantages Online Private School.

Living in Australia: My Thoughts on Australian Schools By Lesley Snell If you're living in Australia or moving to Australia, Lesley Snell shares some great tips on choosing the right school for your kids, the school calendar, uniforms, public vs. private, sports and more.

The World's Highest Education By Paul Allen Finland regularly tops the OECD's international league tables when it comes to its exams for 15 year olds yet children in Finland spend less hours in school compared to their peers in the developed world. What can we learn from their system? How do other educational systems compare. For those moving overseas, choosing an international school or local school is a critical decision. Understanding the educational system in your new country is important.

School Report: International School of Paris By ExpatExchange Member One parent shares their family's experiences at the International School of Paris.

International Baccalaureate is the Best Preparation for UK Universities By ACS International Schools New survey examines UK admissions officers views of the post-16 qualifications on offer in the United Kingdom and highlights university application concerns

Seniors Are Learning in Their Spare Time South of the Border By Jim Scherrer With tens of thousands of successful retirees in Vallarta, so too is an abundance of knowledge on just about every subject imaginable. Chances are, no matter what your area of interest might be, there are retirees in Vallarta that possess expertise in that area and are willing and anxious to share it.

Nicaraguan Schools for Expats By NicaraguanGringo.com Advice and overview of Nicaraguan schools for expat children.

Localization of Corporate Education By Liz Perelstein and Laila Plamondon In today's economic climate, when expatriate packages have diminished and sending agencies consider localization when moving families overseas, there is a great deal of confusion about whether education allowances reasonably can be subject to the same type of austerity.

School Review: Belair School in Mandeville, Jamaica By Expat Exchange Member The only thing that worried this member when moving to Jamaica was finding a good school. Luckily, The Beliar School suited her family perfectly.

Don't Worry, Be Happy By ACS International Schools Find some great advice from parents and children of ACS International School on how to best settle your kids into their new school in a foreign land.

Living in Finland: Finnish Educational System By Marja Saviaro Saviaro provides an overview of the Finnish educational system for expat interested in exploring local schools.

Got to Go: What to Know: Minimizing Schooling Challenges When Repatriation is Abrupt By Elizabeth Perelstein Due to the recession, some families are being moved home earlier than had been planned, or transferred to local status. How does an abrupt repatriation affect your kids? How will it affect their schooling and emotional well being?

Parent's Review of the American School of Puerto Vallarta By Expat Exchange Member An Expat Exchange parent reviews the American School of Puerto Vallarta. The school has an extremely active parent population and a nice campus, but new students may feel isolated and be treated as 2nd class citizens by their peers.

Choosing the Right School Abroad By Liz Perelstein Most families moving abroad find choosing the right school a major factor in the relocation's success. Yet few know how to begin to approach the school search.

International School of Zug and Luzern By ExpatExchange.com Member This International School is a newly combined school with three campuses in downtown Zug, Luzern and the outskirts of Baar.

School Review: American School of Milan By ExpatExchange.com Member Moving to Milan? An ExpatExchange member offers a review of American School of Milan - a friendly, welcoming school. To review your child's school, click here.

Finding the Right School By Liz Perelstein For families moving abroad, finding the right schools can be the most important, and often the most stressful, aspect of the relocation.

Choosing an International School By Kevin Bartlett Choosing the right school for your child, on top of everything else, is one of the most important decisions you will make as parents. But what should you look for in a school?

Bullying in Schools By Dr. Singhania Bullying has increased in schools. The many different races, the "nomad" population and the feelings of "not belonging" add to the problem.

School Review: Greengates School in Mexico City By ExpatExchange.com Member Our school reviews are a great way to learn about international schools in your future city. One member recently reviewed the Greengates School in Mexico City.

Working at an International School Can Restore your Enthusiasm for Education By Kelly Blackwell

School Review: The Alice Smith School By ExpatExchange.com Member

School Review: St. John's International School By ExpatExchange.com Member

School Review: The Lexicon International School By ExpatExchange.com Member

A good school in London for the learning disabled By June McLaughlin-Cheng

School Review: American School of Paris By ExpatExchange.com Member

Back to School By Kathleen Peddicord

Relocating with University-Bound Teenagers? It Can Be Done! By Georgia Bennett, President, & Monica Reinhard, Consultant, Bennett Educational Resources, Inc.

International Students in American Independent Schools By Georgia Bennett

Kids Abroad

A Lesson in Learning By Jon Tabbert

Expat Voices from Hong Kong and China-the Impact of SARS on International Schools By Mary Rabbitt

Repatriating with Children - Choosing Schools When Returning Home By Elizabeth Perelstein, President, School Choice International, Inc.

A Plea from Justin By Justin

Sizing Up American Schools By Anne P. Copeland, Ph.D. and Georgia Bennett

Factors to Consider in Selecting a School By Bennett Educational Resources