author - oman observer

Grade retention, a practice that requires students to repeat a grade level if they fail to meet certain academic standards, has been in place since the 19th century.While some studies have pointed to...

When I opened my first school in Cambridge UK in 1976 I well remember my first student whom we discovered to be dyslexic. I think her name was Jane. Having interviewed her with her parents present I...

In the words of Joseph Stalin, "Education is a weapon whose effects depend on who holds it in his hands and at whom it is aimed."While Stalin may not be an ideal figure to quote, his message...

As discussed in my previous article on this topic I have experienced both the role of a parent and that of a School Principal when it comes to addressing the issue of school bullying. I must admit...

As the former Principal and owner of two schools in Cambridge, UK, I implemented a strict zero-tolerance policy against bullying. Any student found guilty of continual bullying faced warnings and...

When prioritising the factors which should influence your decision about which overseas university to apply to, where and how you live is possibly more important than anything else.A comfortable, safe...

Education isn't just a field of study for me, it's a passion. With experience spanning over 25 years as an educational counsellor and former School Principal of two private schools in Cambridge, UK,...