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Exploring Sound: A Practical Musical Activity at Educare
At Educare, we believe in exploring musical literacy through hands-on experiences. Our recent musical activity offered a simple yet powerful opportunity for pupils to engage with sound. It was both enjoyable and educational. On this particular day, the children came to class with a variety of musical instruments—small drums, recorders, shakers, tambourines, and other age-appropriate…
Developing Balance and Coordination with Educare: How Play Builds Attention in Young Learners
In early childhood, learning goes far beyond the classroom walls or paper-based tasks. The foundations for focus, coordination, and self-control are often laid through simple, play-based activities that engage both the mind and body. Physical play is not just for fun — it is a vital component in developing balance, coordination and focus in young children….
Diwali Celebration Recognised at the Primary Campus
On 20 October 2025, the Primary Campus recognised the Diwali celebration, a major festival celebrated by the Indian community. As a multicultural school, Greenoak values the traditions represented among its families and makes deliberate efforts to acknowledge them. To help pupils understand the significance of the festival, they were taught what Diwali represents and why…
Greenoak Secondary Shines in the Cambridge Outstanding Learners Awards!
The Cambridge Outstanding Learners Awards for candidates who sat the June and November 2024 Cambridge examinations were formally conferred on 29 August 2025. Greenoak International School (GIS) was among the top performers in several categories: Top in the World – 2 students in English as a Second Language and 1 student in Agriculture Top in…
GIS Secondary Commissions New Science Laboratories
Greenoak International School Secondary recently commissioned its newly completed Biology, Chemistry and Physics laboratories, marking a significant milestone in the school’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence and innovation in science education. The commissioning ceremony was held in the presence of parents, staff and members of the school community. Parents were actively involved in the proceedings,…
Primary Campus Prefects’ Badging Ceremony
The Primary Campus recently held its prefects’ badging ceremony, a proud occasion that officially ushered in the newly appointed Grade 6 prefects. The event marked a significant milestone in the pupils’ journey as they stepped into roles of responsibility and leadership within the school community. The prefects’ badging ceremony began with a brief introduction, highlighting…
Secondary Highlights: Grade 12 Spanish excursion at Taco foods
As part of the IMYC theme on Identity, Greenoak International School, Secondary (GIS) students took part in an educational excursion to explore Spanish culture through food. Their visit to Taco Foods provided a hands-on learning experience, helping them understand how cuisine reflects heritage, tradition, and national identity. During the visit, students sampled a variety of…
Primary Campus Highlights: Grade 3 Explores Foods Around the World
At Greenoak International School’s (GIS) Primary Campus, students recently participated in a class activity focused on foods around the world. The objective was to familiarise pupils with the diverse culinary traditions found across the world. During the session, the children had the opportunity to discuss various foods representative of different regions. As part of the…
Educare Highlights: Child Development Through Play with Hula Hoops
At Educare (nursery), learning goes beyond the classroom, integrating activities that promote both physical and cognitive development. One such recent activity was the Hula Hoop Activity Session, designed to encourage movement, coordination, and creativity in young learners. Hula hoops were used to create various obstacle courses, challenging children to manoeuvre through them with balance and…
Highlights from Educare’s Sports Day
Educare (Nursery) Sports Day, held on the 18th of January 2025, was a great way for children and families to come together for some fun and lighthearted competition. The Sports Day featured activities like dancing drills, relay races, egg and spoon race, threading beads, tower building, pick the ball etc. It allowed the children to…