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What to Bring on an Expedition?

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Preparing for Outdoor Adventures at La Garenne Outdoor activities and overnight expeditions take place every term across all year groups at La Garenne. Bringing the correct kit is an important part of staying safe and...
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Why Conceptual Understanding Matters in the Mathematics Classroom

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Learning and teaching mathematics is not an easy task. No matter where you are in the world, mathematics can challenge students, teachers, and families alike. Teaching mathematics is rewarding everywhere, but in an international school...
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Progress Before Attainment

Rethinking What Success Looks Like in Education. Estimated reading time: 6 minutes As educators, we are naturally pleased when students achieve strong academic results. At La Garenne, our recent IB Diploma cohort achieved an average of 36 points and a...
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Why Reading Matters

The lifelong benefits of reading for teenagers in school and beyond. Estimated reading time: 6 minutes In an age dominated by screens, short-form content and constant digital distraction, reading may appear to be losing ground among teenagers. Yet within leading...
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What Is Primary School?

Understanding a Child’s Early Education Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Primary school is a vital stage in a child’s development. It is during these years that curiosity grows, confidence builds and the foundations for future learning are established. For families...
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IBDP vs High School Diploma

What’s the Difference? Two Pathways, One Goal: Finding the Right Fit for Every Learner Estimated reading time: 5 minutes At La Garenne, education is not one-size-fits-all. Every student has different strengths, ambitions and ways of learning. For students aged 16...
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