1. Advantages
As a unique educational institution, international schools attract many families with financial means to send their children to study here. This is mainly because international schools have some unique advantages:
First of all, international schools have close ties with some famous overseas universities, which provides convenience for students to apply for overseas famous universities. Many international schools have excellent teachers and abundant educational resources, and can provide courses taught in English to help students successfully apply to world-class universities.
Secondly, international schools pay attention to the cultivation of students' comprehensive quality, not only academic performance, but also the cultivation of students' thinking, innovation ability and international vision. Students have the opportunity to interact with classmates from different countries and regions in international schools, and learn about the ways of thinking and values of different cultural backgrounds.
In addition, international schools provide students with a more liberal learning environment. Compared with traditional schools, international schools are more tolerant of students' dress, hairstyles, etc. Not only can students put on makeup and dress themselves up on campus, but they can also enjoy takeout during recess, which is unimaginable for traditional education. In this free environment, students feel more joy and growth.
2. Disadvantages
However, there are also some drawbacks to international schooling, which makes some parents disappointed with international schooling. Here are some of the views expressed by parents online:
First of all, international schools have higher tuition fees, which makes it an affordable way of education that only some financially powerful families can afford. For families with limited financial means, choosing an international school can be a heavy burden on the family's finances.
Secondly, there is a relative lack of traditional cultural education in international schools. Due to the more open educational orientation of international schools, it pays more attention to the all-round development of students and less involved in the teaching of traditional culture. This has led some parents to worry that their children will gradually lose their understanding and identification with traditional Chinese culture in international schools.
In addition, the education approach of international schools is more individualized, focusing on students' self-management and self-discipline. This can be risky for high school students who are building their own values. Some students may be influenced by their classmates and pursue some abnormal aesthetic concepts, such as excessive pursuit, which poses a certain threat to students' physical and mental health.
It is important for parents to understand the advantages and disadvantages of international schooling before making the choice to send their child to an international school.
In the post, the parent expressed her frustration with the international school and mentioned the problem of her daughter being assimilated after attending an international school. This has sparked many discussions and reflections about international schools.
In fact, the impact on children in international schools is multifaceted. On the one hand, the free and open education philosophy of international schools allows students to have more autonomy and room for personality development. Such an environment may make children more confident, cheerful, and able to develop their independent thinking and problem-solving skills. But on the other hand, the openness and inclusiveness of the school can also lead students to pursue excessive external vanity and aesthetic standards, and neglect inner growth and healthy development.
First of all, parents should have a clear understanding of the educational philosophy of international schools. The international school's approach to education focuses on personality development, but that doesn't mean it's completely uninhibited. When choosing an international school, parents should understand the school's educational philosophy and teaching methods, and choose a school that is suitable for their children.
Secondly, family education plays an important role in children's development. Whether it is a traditional school or an international school, parental guidance and attention are crucial. Parents should give their children the right values to guide them and let them understand what true beauty, health and self-confidence are.
Finally, society and schools also have a responsibility to monitor the growth of students. As a special educational institution, international schools should attach importance to the ideological education of students and pay attention to cultivating their moral concepts and values. At the same time, all sectors of society should also strengthen the supervision of international schools to ensure the quality of education and the healthy growth of students.
Whether or not going to an international school brings bad children is a controversial topic. There is no absolute right or wrong choice for every parent to send their child to an international school or a traditional school. Every child has their own growth environment and characteristics, and different education styles may have different impacts on a child's development.
As parents, we should make choices based on our children's needs and characteristics. Whether it is an international school or a traditional school, the key lies in the quality of education and the coordination of family education. Regardless of the style of education, the companionship and guidance of parents are indispensable.
Most importantly, we should always pay attention to the physical and mental development of our children. Whether it is an international school or a traditional school, we should pay attention to cultivating children's moral qualities and moral values, so that they can truly become responsible and responsible social talents.
Therefore, when choosing an education method, parents and society should work together to provide a healthy, harmonious and happy environment for children to grow up. Only in this way can we let our children truly benefit from education and become truly outstanding talents.