PARENT Academy

PARENTING

Raising children is one of life's most rewarding experiences but can also be stressful. When you're living in a foreign country, it's good to have a support network and reliable sources of information.

Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam is offering parent education presentations and workshops to help equip and inform expat parents as they raise their kids in The Netherlands, with all the inherent rewards and challenges.

Wednesday, 15 October | 19:00 online

Setting Limits with Love: Tender Accountability for Teenagers

Parenting teens is a balancing act—offering love, understanding, and encouragement while also setting boundaries that help them grow. This session explores how to practice “tender accountability,” an approach that combines warmth with structure, guiding teenagers through the pressures of school, friendships, and family expectations. Learn practical strategies to stay connected, support resilience, and foster responsibility without losing the closeness your teen needs. Speaker: Mr. Paul Staveley

Monday, 1 December 2025 | 19:00 online

Screenagers Unplugged - Helping Kids Reconnect and Thrive

Are screens taking over your child’s world? From shortened attention spans and sleep struggles to social disconnect and online pressures, today’s “Screenagers” face unique challenges. Join us for this engaging parent session to discover how screens shape kids’ brains and behaviours—and learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries, rebuild focus, and strengthen family connection.

Wednesday 28 January 2026 | 19:00 Online

Raising Bilingual Children

This presentation will guide parents on raising bilingual children, focusing on balancing language input at home and school. Learn strategies to support language development in both environments, foster strong communication skills, and maintain cultural connections. Gain practical tips to help your child thrive in both languages. Speaker: Mrs. Erin Sherritt.

Thursday, 23 April 2026 | 19:00 ONLINE

Wills & Testaments

Every parent should have a will to avoid legal or tax-related problems, should the un-thinkable happen. Whether you are married or living together, gain essential insights into Dutch inheritance tax and legal guardianship. Speaker: Peter Kooijman (Notary).

Date TBC

Why Choose the IB Diploma?

Join us for a 1-hour online session exploring the key benefits of the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), with a brief comparison to AP and A-Levels. Learn how the IBDP supports your child’s academic strengths, future plans and career goals. We’ll outline the 2-year plan, including CAS, EE, and TOK, to help you understand the rigour and workload. Speaker: Mr Bradley Gooding.

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20 Nov 2025, 26 Jan & 18 March 2026

First Aid Course in English

When every second counts, whilst waiting for the ambulance to arrive - learn how to respond to unresponsiveness, CPR and AED, choking, severe bleeding and seizures, fits, convulsions. Get hands-on practice doing CPR on an infant (dummy) etc.

€ 65 per person

Time: 9am-12pm