At Greensprings School, we believe education goes far beyond memorising facts. True learning happens when curiosity is sparked and the mind is encouraged to ask questions, explore possibilities, and push boundaries. Plutarch’s words remind us that every child carries a spark within them. Our role as educators, parents, and mentors is not to simply pour […]
By Mr Anele Chijioke McChris, IGCSE/IB(DP) Economics Teacher Gratitude is one of the most transformative forces in teaching and leadership. It shifts our perspective, grounds our purpose, and deepens our connections with the people we serve. Working in an environment where gratitude is practiced, both openly and subtly, has taught me that it is more […]
By: Mrs Susan Alexander, Admissions Officer We often see great leaders as inspiring and confident, but an overlooked trait that strengthens all of us as students, educators, parents, or staff is gratitude. Being thankful even for challenges can shift our perspective, helping us see obstacles not as setbacks but as opportunities for growth. This mindset […]
Responsibility grows when children are trusted to act, reflect, and learn from real experiences. At Greensprings, we see responsibility not as a rule but as a habit of care for oneself, for others, and for the environment. Research from the European Commission confirms that children build stronger civic responsibility through meaningful participation. When students take […]
Newsletter note from the Executive Director Dear Greensprings family, Forty years ago, this journey began with three toddlers, a modest room, and one mother’s search for a school worthy of her daughter. That personal conviction grew into a community mission: to nurture every child to flourish in both character and learning. We never set out […]
Does your child tussle in putting words together or just understanding a comprehension passage from a book? Does your child need to improve on his/her reading? If your response to any of the two questions is ‘yes’, then this article is for you. This blog post will show you ten proven methods you can apply […]
Cognitive development for children focuses on a child’s development in terms of information processing, conceptual resources, perceptual skill, language learning, and other aspects of the development. Your child’s cognitive development can easily stagnate, become slow or improve at a very fast pace depending on the activities that your child is exposed to at certain milestones of […]
Gathering the best toddler books for your child can be overwhelming as there are countless options for books of all sizes, images, themes, and formats. However, it is important to know that when buying books for your toddler, your choices should strike a balance between fun, learning, and challenging. Each book should also encourage your […]
Most times, when people talk about Saint Valentine’s Day, what comes to mind is love sharing between daddy and mummy; hence, the kids are often forgotten. But as a school that is child-centred and family-oriented, we are a proponent of Valentine’s Day being a love-sharing celebration among all family members. Therefore, in this post, we will talk […]
Vision Board for kids is a collection of words, phrases and images that represent what a child hopes to achieve in a set time. It is important to know that every child has something that they want to bring to life and without it being clearly stated, it will be wearisome to direct their efforts […]
