Author: Expatgo Staff
At AISM, our language learners are continually immersed in a range of different language acquisition opportunities and experiences, both within the school setting and externally via competitions, workshops, and other events. The French Embassy in Malaysia (Jomfrancais) held its annual Francophonie Contest where students were required to write a creative short story in French to illustrate a particular work of art chosen from the visual selection provided. Two of our French learners were crowned winners amongst the overall 15 winning entries. The competition attracted 111 enrollments nationwide and received 69 creations in total from both individual and team entries. Our two…
When moving from one country to another, there are several factors you need to consider. One of these is financial and tax planning, as this can help you grow and boost your finances over the medium to long term. As a working expat, staying up to date with the latest tax reliefs and allowances will allow you to invest your money in tax-efficient products and ensure you don’t pay any more tax than you need to. This should, however, be an ongoing process as taxes change regularly. As an Australian expat living abroad, you have the opportunity to enjoy some…
What is the purpose of education? Is it to gather knowledge or to be prepared for life? The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) believes that supporting students in developing 21st-century skills prepares them to succeed in their future. Alongside academic learning, the values of self-directedness, the ability to think creatively, reason critically, and communicate effectively are important life skills that are integral components of ISKL’s learning principles and culture from Early Childhood through to Grade 12. With an agile world awaiting our youths, families must pick the best fit school for their children. Echoing this, Julia Love, ISKL’s Director of Admissions emphasized the need for…
Play is the main way children learn and develop ideas about the world. It helps them build the skills necessary for critical thinking and leadership. It’s how they learn to solve problems and to feel good about their ability to learn. At the Alice Smith School Early Years (Pre-school and Reception, aged 3 – 5 years old), we apply a play-based approach, based on the British curriculum. Your child will be supported by skilled teachers who are well-trained in understanding how play contributes to learning. Our teachers carefully plan activities and resources to meet your child’s needs and interests. Our classrooms…
Adding a touch of Malaysian heritage to this year’s mooncake celebration, FERN collaborates with The RuMa. Modern contemporary batik trendsetter, designer, and business owner Fern Chua has come a long way since starting her eponymous label FERN back in 2013. Putting a spin on the centuries-old craft, Fern has made her mark experimenting with watercolours and distinctive patterns of corals, waves, and of course, fern leaves. In further attempts to understand and honour the artform, she also has made visits to the cradle of the technique in Kelantan and Terengganu. As one of batik’s most modern leading influencers, Fern has…
Financial planning is often associated with high-net worth individuals, but even for those of more modest means, sound planning today can yield greater confidence in your future financial position. When it comes to making key financial decisions, one of the greatest concerns for us all, from any background, is the risk of the unknown and uncertainty. The last few years have seen unique crises and financial upheavals that no one saw coming. Just as people are struggling to recover from the effects of the pandemic response on their finances, we are now witnessing our purchasing power being eroded in real-time…
This September, build your storytelling career with the University of Nottingham Malaysia and CNN! The University of Nottingham Malaysia’s MA in Media, Communications and Culture provides you with the theoretical, analytical and practical training required to continue to a higher education degree or to develop professional skills relevant to working at management level in the fields of media, communications policy and industry. In 2022, you will have the opportunity to benefit from working with one of the world’s most recognised news brands through our exciting new optional module – Digital Storytelling and Production. The CNN team will take you through…
ABRSM is The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music and a global music education charity. At the heart of ABRSM is the belief that music enriches lives. Building on a 135-year heritage, they offer face-to-face and digital exams, sheet music, recordings, apps and courses for teachers and learners. ABRSM works in partnership with four Royal Schools of Music in the UK. As a charity ABRSM’s donations include grants, scholarships and awards for organisations and individuals. All promote music learning and support progression, creativity, diversity, inclusion, sustainability and leadership in music education around the world. All ABRSM exams are designed to inspire,…
If you have your eyes set on pursuing French culinary or been adventurous enough to attend pastry classes hoping to turn your ambitions into reality, you would want to do it with one of the industry’s most internationally recognised qualifications in culinary arts, at none other than the legendary Le Cordon Bleu. Providing the ultimate training in contemporary hospitality within the education sector, it is dedicated to preserve and pass on the mastery and appreciation of the culinary arts and restaurant management through its 35 schools in 20 countries (and growing). Sunway Le Cordon Bleu opens a new era for…
The issue of weight loss is a vexing one for many people. What if there was a way to combine parts of the most effective weight-loss strategies into one programme? Fad diets are a staple of life for plenty of people as they struggle with being overweight. Low-carb, high-protein, and plant-based diets have all come and gone (among others), and while these diets may yield short-term results, for most people, the weight doesn’t stay off. In the end, barring some new miracle method that’s as yet undiscovered, the most sustainable and effective way to lose weight for most people is,…