Inside BSKL

The British International School of Kuala Lumpur

This podcast series aims to provide insight to parents from our very own world class international educators. Tune in as we share experiences, strategies, and the unique dynamics of teaching in a global setting.

Episodes

  1. JUN 25

    Academic competitions and the value of losing with Paul Antcliffe, Ashley Edwards and Jamie Brownlow

    Academic competitions aren’t just about winning - they’re about learning through challenge. In this episode of Inside BSKL, Mr. Edwards and Mr. Brownlow unpack how competitions help students grow socially, emotionally, and academically. From chess to quizzes, the focus is on building resilience, teamwork, and a healthy attitude toward failure. Discover why losing can be just as valuable as winning, and how it prepares students for real-world success.

    26 min

  2. APR 4

    Embracing multilingualism and translingualism with Paul Antcliffe, Amy Wright and Jamie Brownlow

    In this episode of Inside BSKL, we explore the power of multilingualism in our international school community. Join Ms. Wright and Mr. Brownlow as they discuss how BSKL celebrates language diversity, supports multilingual learners, and uses home languages as a valuable asset in the classroom. Discover insights into our inclusive teaching strategies, the role of trans-languaging, and how parents can foster language development at home. Learn how embracing multiple languages helps students thrive academically and socially in a global environment.

    36 min

  3. 12/18/2024

    The science behind reading skills development with Paul Antcliffe and John Potts

    This week we will hear the second episode in our series on reading. In this episode, Mr Antcliffe is in conversation with Mr Potts about reading skills - what they are and how we can develop these skills with our students.

    29 min

  4. 12/13/2024

    What makes reading fun for kids? with Paul Antcliffe and Emma Whitfield

    This week we will hear the first episode in our series on reading. In this episode, Mr Antcliffe is in conversation with Ms Whitfield about the benefits of reading at home and ways to encourage children to read more outside of school.

    24 min

  5. 06/28/2024

    Is well-being a buzzword? with Jayde Simms and Leah Lewis

    This week we will hear a conversation between Jayde and Leah about the importance of well-being in an education setting, and the perception of its definition and practices.

    18 min

  6. 02/20/2024

    Compassionate teaching with Katie Humphrey and Nathalia Stein Cortes

    This week we will hear from Katie and Nathalia about the role of compassionate care for young people, both at school as educators and at home as parents.

    26 min

  7. 12/08/2023

    Play-based learning in early years education with Leah Lewis and Emily Clark

    This week we will hear a conversation between Leah and Emily on the benefits of play-based learning in early years, and their teaching experiences in the classroom and at home.

    23 min
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About

This podcast series aims to provide insight to parents from our very own world class international educators. Tune in as we share experiences, strategies, and the unique dynamics of teaching in a global setting.

Information

  • Creator
    The British International School of Kuala Lumpur
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The British International School of Kuala Lumpur
  • Show Website
    Inside BSKL