ACADEMIC: Literacy & Phonics | HeadStart International School Phuket

WHO WE ARE

Inquisitive

Students are encouraged to be inquisitive about “what?” and “why?”, fostering a desire to grow, to take the initiative to learn for learning’s sake, and to be curious about new ideas.

Creative

Students are encouraged to be creative in their thoughts and actions, looking beyond what they feel is possible both within and outside the classroom.

Principled

Students learn to make judgments about their own actions and to take a principled approach, acting with integrity and honesty in their learning journeys.

Resilient

Determination, perseverance, and the willingness to learn from mistakes. Students are challenged to make progress towards their own potential and to be resilient in the face of difficulties.

Respectful

Treating everyone with dignity and sensitivity, appreciating the importance of our diverse community and listening to others with empathy.

Collaborative

Understanding that learning is a social, active, and interdependent process where knowledge is shared and refined through dialogue, negotiation, and collective effort.

Kind

Learning to be kind and caring for those around us, fostering a supportive approach to wellbeing and developing healthy, positive relationships.

Courageous

Learning to embrace uncertainty and be brave in youth; pushing beyond perceived boundaries to achieve success.

Open-Minded

Embracing the views of peers and engaging with the wider world; understanding different perspectives and cultures in our diverse community.

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World Book Day in Foundation

World Book Day in Foundation

by Nick Ostrovsky | Apr 25, 2025

What a fun-filled World Book Day we had in Foundation! The children came dressed as their favourite book characters, filling the classrooms with colour, creativity, and excitement. From superheroes to storybook animals, the costumes were fantastic! During the...

Logging Vocabulary and Reading in KS3

Logging Vocabulary and Reading in KS3

by Nick Ostrovsky | Jan 10, 2025

To help students in Years 7 to 9 develop their vocabulary and track their reading, we have made reading and vocabulary log books for each student. To parents, please take a look at your child’s log book at home and talk with them about what they’re reading and the new...

Developing a Love of Reading in Year 5 Yellow

Developing a Love of Reading in Year 5 Yellow

by Nick Ostrovsky | Sep 13, 2024

Library time is crucial for students in upper primary as it fosters a love of reading and helps develop their literacy skills. It provides a space for them to explore diverse genres and topics, which enhances their critical thinking and creativity. Our Year 5 Yellow...

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