New Ways to Learn
Sri KDU International School is part of the largest private education provider and proud to offer top schools. We strive for creative learning and continuously improve our teaching methods, with a focus on inquiry-based approaches and technology. Our goal is to develop well-rounded students with 21st century skills for a globalized world.


Sri KDU International School uses best-practice teaching methods and takes inspiration from students and families. We strive to provide exceptional education to as many as possible and continuously improve by sharing what we learn.
There are practical steps that can be taken to make online learning more manageable:
01
Protect Children Online
An adult should monitor remote learning to keep track of what activities are taking place. Enable the safety features on the device your child uses and set up online filters. Block or supervise access to online communities.
02
Communicate Openly
Schools do not want families to be stressed so communicate difficulties with staff; if the volume of work being sent home is too much for your family, voice this. If you children’s carer is not IT literate, teachers should be aware. Schools want to support you and are happy to adapt learning for your family’s needs.
03
Ask the Teacher
You went to school so you should be able to teach…right? Not usually. Teaching is a highly skilled profession and it is likely learning has evolved over the years. If you do not understand a homework task or how to best support your child, just ask their teacher!
04
Praise
Online learning is grueling and we all need something to keep us going. Set out explicit rewards for your child linked to online study, for example, an ice cream treat. Be clear how the reward has been earned, for example: “Well done for keeping your camera on during in lessons this week.”
05
Keep Routines Going
Children like routines as they know what to expect and what to do during the day. Maintain healthy practices, such as a set bedtime. Washing and dressing appropriately for lessons signals it is time to learn. Schedule breaks and set a ‘shut down’ time where study stops and family time begins. Try to compartmentalise, keep learning areas separate from recreational ones.
06
Get Moving
Pools and parks are closed but children can still walk, cycle, skate and play. Physical activity boosts learning power, reduces stress and provides essential bonding time. Try to give up some time in the day for outside physical activity. Even a walk to the shops can be beneficial.
07
Tactically Abandon
Some days, for whatever reason, children cannot face online learning. Sometimes it can be better to stop an activity, to revisit it the next day or (and this might go against every instinct) leave a task altogether. Done tactically, a morale boosting break can be far more effective than a scolding.
08
Work With Schools
Most teachers don’t like online learning! They are passionate about helping children to learn face to face but are not usually trained to deliver remote lessons. Bear in mind most curricula are designed for physical learning. Try to be patient when things do not go to plan as remote learning is relatively new, different and the preferred choice of few.
09
Contact the Right Person
If you cannot access online learning, it is unlikely the Principal will be the best person to solve this, but the IT Department should be. If there is an issue with a certain subject, contact directly the teacher who teaches it. Schools are often large organisations so raising queries with the right person usually results in quicker, better solutions.
10
Keep Friends Together
Children like socialising with their friends and it is good for their mental health and communication skills. Teens of course may spend their lives on social media but younger children need online ‘play dates’ to be facilitated. Set up the online meeting so it is secure, check in regularly and give your child some space to chat and have fun.











