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05/09/2024

STAMFORD SHINES AT SCMP STUDENT OF THE YEAR AWARDS

Shoutout to Grade 12 Alfred for his nomination for the SCMP Student of the Year Awards in the prestigious “Community Contributor Category”. Alfred was recognized as a finalist and received the Merit Award at the recent ceremony! We are very proud of his inspiring participation and impact on our community. Alfred shares: “I have been volunteering since […] Read more

Students experienced an exhilarating morning of rock climbing at Via Ferrata, testing the limits and soaking in the spectacular views.

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13/03/2024

Exploring Chengdu and Yangshuo: A Journey of Outdoor Education and Cultural Immersion

At Stamford School, we believe in providing our students with a holistic education that extends beyond the confines of the classroom. As part of our commitment to outdoor education, our Grade 9 and 10 students recently embarked on an unforgettable camp trip to Chengdu and Yangshuo. Chengdu: A Cultural Odyssey Our G9 and G10 students […] Read more

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20/12/2023

STAMFORD STEMinn SHOWCASE 2023

MISSION INSPIRE “Thrive in a rapidly evolving world.” Innovation sits at the heart of a Stamford education, ensuring all students are ready for the future. Our award-winning STEMinn Program places innovation at the center of our learning experience. The annually hosted Stamford STEMinn Showcase demonstrates how skills and concepts are scaffolded according to age and […] Read more

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12/12/2025

Designing for Transfer of Learning: Ensuring Knowledge and Skills Apply Beyond the Classroom

Introduction: From Classroom to Real World Imagine a student who aces every test in school, but on their first day at work, freezes when asked to apply the very knowledge they mastered in exams. The formulas, concepts and definitions suddenly feel locked inside the classroom, far from the practical problem in front of them. This […] Read more

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12/12/2025

Formative vs. Summative Assessment: What is It?

Introduction: Assessment’s Double Life A student may be struggling to get a certain mathematical equation right due to a misunderstanding, but the teacher is unaware of this. A simple pop quiz halfway through the semester, however, reveals this fact to the teacher. So the lesson plan is adjusted and tailored to clear up the confusion. […] Read more

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