A new academy is shaking up traditional distance learning with a combined approach that strikes the perfect balance for expat families. Think distance learning and, chances are, you imagine a course designed for adults with lots of heavy books, solitary time and precious little social interaction. But education is changing and children can now avail of a distance learning program with one crucial twist: it combines home study with a learning camp.

Get the best of both worlds

Many expat parents face the dilemma of whether to send their child to boarding school. For some parents, who move frequently due to work commitments, there is often no alternative.

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Flexible learning

Distance learning provides the opportunity for a truly tailored education that suits your child. Students learn about time management when it comes to doing their lessons and how to handle online and offline work. It’s also a balance that is particularly suited to science and mathematics education.

More time with your children

Saying goodbye to your child before they depart for boarding school can be heartbreaking for parents. Mixed model ensures that children continue to have strong family ties while also getting the chance to socialize with classmates at the learning camp, meet children from different backgrounds whilst getting a quality education.

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Kids will be at home more but will also get that independence by going to the learning camps and being on their own while getting the socialization that is part of the school experience.

Courtesy: www.thelocal.no

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