Expertise does not just grow naturally with experience, but it can be developed—given the right conditions. Expertise requires a balance of knowledge, skills, and judgement.

Association highlights the growing concern over excessive screen time among children and young adults, linking it to heightened risks for cardiometabolic diseases such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and insulin resistance.

Teaching children about risk is not about frightening them — it’s about helping them understand uncertainty, make thoughtful choices, and build the confidence to act wisely.

A recent article from The Harvard Gazette explores how children develop moral qualities such as kindness, fairness, and honesty. Drawing on research from Harvard’s Making Caring Common initiative, the findings challenge the belief that moral capacities are fixed and emphasise the potential for both children and adults to grow into better, more caring individuals.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant dream; it is transforming today’s education landscape. From adaptive learning platforms to automated grading, AI promises efficiency and innovation. But the real question remains: Are educators truly ready for this shift?

As part of my Doctor of Education EdD through The University of Bath, I am working on a final thesis titled ‘GenAI and English language learning: a case study from an international school in China.

A new study led by researchers from the University of Chicago Medicine and Columbia University reveals that increasing daily intake of fruits and vegetables can significantly enhance sleep quality. 

A groundbreaking study led by the University of Cambridge, and published in The Lancet Planetary Health, has revealed alarming evidence linking long-term exposure to air pollution with a significantly higher risk of developing dementia. 

A recent study from the University of Illinois reveals that adolescents may still benefit from parental advice, even when they appear to reject or dismiss it. Published in the journal Child Development, the research sheds light on how parental guidance influences decision-making and emotional regulation in teenagers, offering valuable insights for parents, educators, and school counsellors.

In alignment with AISL Harrow’s ambitious Sustainability Vision 2030, we are excited to spotlight a special issue in the upcoming Education Matters magazine focused on Sustainability. 

As the season of Thanksgiving approaches, it offers a timely reminder to pause and reflect on the value of gratitude — a quality that transcends cultural boundaries and enriches school communities everywhere.

As cities expand and classrooms become increasingly digitised, educators across the globe, from New York to Hong Kong, London to São Paulo, are seeking meaningful ways to reconnect students with nature.