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Reading, Writing, Arithmetic and Well-being!

October 23, 2024

Something to consider…do schools have a vital role in going beyond academics and nurturing the well-being of students? At NIS, we recognize that..

Digital Citizenship: The Importance of Preparing Students for a Connected World

October 22, 2024

The rapid pace of growth and innovation in technology means it is more critical than ever for students to understand how to navigate the online..

Inquiry-Based Learning at Nagoya International School: Sparking Curiosity through Student-Led Exploration

September 30, 2024

At Nagoya International School (NIS), inquiry-based learning lies at the heart of our educational philosophy. It is a dynamic approach that empowers..

The Value of Play-Based Learning

September 6, 2024

At Nagoya International School's Early Learning Center (ELC), we embrace a play-based learning approach rooted in the principles of the Reggio..

Cultivating Connections: How Rice and Storks Informed Our Learning

June 28, 2024

In the sprawling countryside of Hyogo Prefecture, in the quiet hamlet of Toyooka City amidst the picturesque landscape of verdant hills, flowing..

Tracing Tradition Through Time: An IB Unit Reflected in the Arts

June 13, 2024

As I started my first year in the Middle Years Programme as the Visual Arts teacher, I hoped to have students connect to their artistic selves and..

EAISAC Student Leadership Conference 2023: A Journey of Passion and Empowerment

September 14, 2023

The EAISAC Student Leadership Conference, held from September 8-9, was an exciting opportunity for NIS to host members of the newly formed East Asian..

How the IB and NIS Foster Leadership

July 3, 2023

A lot of people ask me: “What motivated you to start your work with the United Nations at such a young age?” I always answer that it was the..

Documenting the documentation: A day in the ELC

May 29, 2023

At Nagoya International School, the ELC (Early Learning Center) approaches education by valuing the experiences, interests, and potential of each..

Understanding the International Baccalaureate Programme

April 26, 2023

While considering potential international schools for your child, there's a good chance you’ve come across the “International Baccalaureate (IB)..

How Teachers Support Personalized Learning

February 20, 2023

For many schools worldwide, classrooms have more or less maintained a standard approach to learning and teaching that expects all students to absorb..

Understanding the Importance of Accreditations and Affiliations

February 15, 2023

The world of education – especially with regards to international schools – is vast, with different curriculum, languages, learning environments,..

Understanding the Differences Between International Schools and Japanese College Matriculation Options

February 7, 2023

Many important factors influence parents' decisions when choosing a suitable school for their children, not the least of which includes having a good..

Building Independence Through Student Agency in the PYP

November 18, 2022

As an IB PYP school at NIS we recognize the importance of ensuring that our learners have “agency”. The IB describes agency in the following way:..

Glossary of International Education Terms | NIS

September 21, 2022

Enrolling your child in an international school means exposing them to an enriching environment and academic experience that could open up a world of..

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