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Skills AI Can’t Match: How we prepare your child for the future at British International School of Boston

Help your child build lifelong emotional regulation skills with warm, research-backed strategies you can start today. Discover simple tools—like feelings wheels, co-regulation techniques, and daily check-ins—that strengthen emotional literacy, resilience, and connection at home and school. Perfect for parents and caregivers who want practical, compassionate ways to support children through big feelings.

Discover how life beyond the classroom fuels student success at BISB. From sports and STEAM to music, global citizenship, and unique offerings like our Bollywood dance club, our vibrant extra-curricular program unlocks passions, builds confidence, and boosts academic performance. Backed by research and enriched with real examples from our campus, explore how these meaningful experiences shape well-rounded learners—today and for their future.

At the British International School of Boston, learning goes far beyond the classroom. Through globally recognized academics, international experiences, and collaborations with world-renowned institutions like MIT, The Juilliard School, and UNICEF, our students gain the skills, confidence, and cultural awareness to thrive anywhere in the world. Discover how BISB empowers young people to become global citizens, ready to lead with purpose and make an impact.

At BISB, we believe that learning cursive is more than just handwriting — it’s a powerful tool for cognitive growth, literacy development, and self-expression. In a world dominated by screens, discover how cursive writing helps our students build focus, fine motor skills, and confidence, while also connecting them with the past. Read the full blog to learn why we’re keeping this timeless skill alive in the classroom — and how you can support it at home.

Worried about your child losing academic ground over the summer? This blog shares simple, practical ways to keep learning fun and engaging—from quick daily routines to free online tools and everyday activities that build math, reading, and writing skills. Discover how just a little structure can help your child return to school confident and ready to succeed.

What does it mean for a child to truly feel like they belong at school? A strong sense of belonging can boost academic success, social-emotional well-being, and overall happiness—but how do we create it? From personalized learning to extracurricular activities and family involvement, discover key ways schools and parents can work together to help children feel seen, valued, and connected. Read more in our latest blog!

Discover the crucial role of play in your child’s development! From building social, emotional, and cognitive skills to fostering creativity and problem-solving, this blog explores the benefits of various play types and offers practical tips for parents to support their child’s growth through playful experiences.

Transitioning to Middle School is a big step for both children and parents. Suddenly, your child is moving from the familiarity of a single teacher and classroom to a world of multiple teachers, lockers, and a more challenging curriculum. It’s natural to feel anxious, but with the right preparation and mindset, this transition can be a positive experience. This blog offers practical tips on staying organized, maintaining open communication, and encouraging independence while keeping boundaries in place. Discover how to support your child through this exciting new chapter and help them thrive in Middle School.

This blog delves into the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and education, covering its impact on teaching, diversity in learning styles, and the importance of ethical guidelines.

Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: Unveiling BISB's Transformative World Children's Day Initiatives! From fostering global citizenship to kids taking charge in classrooms, uncover the impactful activities reshaping the future at British International School of Boston this UNICEF World Children’s Day.

How do we harness the power of technology, both in classrooms and beyond, to benefit our young learners of today?

Learning has shifted from solving a problem with a single, definitive answer to identifying problems in a given situation and offering multiple, possible solutions, Nord Anglia Education, Education Director Andy Puttock says.

Teamwork and collaboration are key skills that students must develop to thrive in the future

STEAM learning empowers students to become creative by exposing them to situations without parameters, challenging them to both identify problems and invent solutions.

MIT’s Professor Anette Peko Hosoi is challenging our students to explore the unique qualities animals possess and how it can enhance human ability or solve human problems in the Super Natural MIT Challenge.

One of the most common questions that our teachers and principals receive is how parents can best support their child’s learning. As a school leader, parent of five children, and Nord Anglia’s latest addition in Abu Dhabi, Ethan shares his advice on how parents can make the most of their child’s experience in school.

Nord Anglia Education is pleased to announce the establishment of its Education Advisory Board, chaired by world-renowned film producer and educator, Lord David Puttnam. Find out how Lord Puttnam and Nord Anglia will work together to define the education of the future.

By Tom Collins, Regional MIT Lead for North America

Deciding what is the right age for your child to begin using technology can vary for every child and family. Craig Brown, Head of Learning Technologies at the British International School, Budapest, gives some advice on what parents should consider before giving their child a tablet.