Strengthening Parent Partnership: OWIS Riyadh way!
Education is a collaborative effort involving both teachers and parents. At OWIS Riyadh, we are committed to fostering a strong parent-school partnership to support our students’ learning journey. Let’s have a look at how we do it: OWIS Parent-Teacher Association (OPTA) OPTA is the center of our parent-school partnership. It’s a platform where elected parents […]
Celebrating the 93rd KSA National Day at OWIS Riyadh: Embracing culture and community
The OWIS Riyadh community came together to celebrate the 93rd KSA National Day in a heartwarming and culturally enriching event. It was a day that showcased the legacy and cultural beauty of Saudi Arabia, a celebration that brought our diverse community closer together. The soulful singing and mesmerizing dance routines by our students beautifully conveyed […]
How American Curriculum Complements the IB Approach in Primary School
At OWIS Riyadh, we take an innovative approach to education — one that has earned us the reputation of being one of the best schools in Saudi Arabia for expats. We are one of the few American schools in Riyadh, combining the strength of the American Common Core curriculum with the holistic, inquiry-led IB approach. […]
Paving way for a Greener Tomorrow: Sustainable practices at OWIS Riyadh!
OWIS Riyadh has undertaken an inspiring journey to instil sustainable living practices for our students. We encourage our inernational school students to promote environmental mindfulness, be eco-friendly, and do what’s right. Through an eventful Sustainability Week OWIS Riyadh community celebrated environmental stewardship from September 10th to 14th. During this week students were a part of […]
Students enjoyed a delightful Literacy Week celebrating the joy of reading
During the week students were encouraged to express their thoughts and feelings about the stories they learnt by creating reflection posters. These posters served as a creative outlet for our students to share their insights and favorite moments from their reading adventures. The week also featured a selection of engaging books, including “The Smart Cookie” […]
Encouraging a Love for Reading: Strategies for Student Literacy Development
The path to becoming a reader begins in infancy when the youngest children start to absorb and connect with the world around them. Learning to read is a slow and gradual process and requires children to be exposed to different experiences and resources throughout the earliest years of their lives. Reading was once thought of […]
Developing Critical Thinking Skills in Primary Grades: The IB Way
For decades, if not centuries, educators focused on presenting students with information and encouraging them to memorize it. They earned high marks when they were able to reiterate those same facts back. To some extent, knowledge acquisition is still a critical part of the learning process, but modern educators at the best schools in Riyadh […]
Embracing Diversity: How we nurture cultural understanding at OWIS Riyadh!
Understanding and celebrating diversity is what makes us a socially responsible person. For this, schools play a vital role in shaping young minds and cultivating a culture of acceptance, respect, and empathy. By instilling the values of cultural understanding schools empower students to become compassionate global citizens. As an American international school in Riyadh, we […]
How we wrapped up the year by embracing diversity and inclusion in our school community
As the school year draws to a close, it’s important to reflect on the values that make our educational community special. At One World International School Riyadh, we firmly believe in celebrating diversity and promoting inclusivity. This year, we wrapped up the academic journey by organizing an extraordinary event that showcased the vibrant cultures within […]
Early Literacy Skills in the IB PYP Classroom
As educators at OWIS Riyadh, we recognize the importance of developing a strong foundation in early childhood education. One important area that we prioritize is the development of early literacy skills. Early literacy skills are the building blocks of reading and writing, and they are essential for children’s success in school and beyond. At OWIS, […]
