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Thursday 26 July 2018

Myths Associated With International Schools in India

Every Indian parent is concerned about their children’s future and their career, so much so that, they start manifesting signs of concern in the early years when they are supposed to begin their school. Schools are considered the pedestal for pursuing any career and choosing it wisely is a parent’s job. Although most parents are aware of the top international schools in Gurgaon and in other cities, they carry a foggy perception about them which, at times, becomes very confusing. The article has listed below the myths that are surrounding the international schools of India-

Only foreigners or NRIs go to international schools

This is the biggest myth surrounding the international schools in India. Since the schools have the title ‘international’, parents often believe them to be the schools meant only for the foreigners or NRIs of the country. This is a complete distortion of one’s perception. Fortunately, with time, people have started understanding the truth and stopped relying on the myth.

International schools are for students who want to go abroad for higher studies

Many people dream to go abroad, but not everyone can succeed in it. Many parents want their children to finish their courses abroad and that is why they want their children to study in an international school. It is a myth that children who study in international schools have a higher chance of going abroad than others.

Indian academic is tougher than international academic

The pattern and the strategies implemented by the Indian education system may differ from an international school but it is not tougher. The Indian, and the international approach towards the education system is different.  While the international board inclines more towards practical thinking, facing the exams, problem-solving skills etc, the best schools in Gurgaon and other cities of the Indian board give more emphasis on theory.

International board only assigns their students with projects

Myths like these are not all true. Similar to Indian board, the international board also prescribe textbooks to their students. Since, compared to Indian boards they assign their students with a lot of projects and more emphasis is given on writing essays, presentations, exhibitions, games, etc., it is believed that international board only gives importance to projects