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Supporting Globally Mobile Families: How Online International Schools Ensure Academic Success

This article is contributed by Aoba Global Campus.

Online international schooling offers a range of benefits for globally mobile families moving to or from Japan, providing continuity and stability in their children's education. Here’s how online international schooling could support your family and provide continuity and success for your child’s education:

Consistency in Curriculum

Online international schooling often follows a curriculum that is consistent across different countries. This means children can continue with their education seamlessly, without the disruptions of changing schools or curricula every time the family moves. This continuity helps maintain academic progress and reduces the stress associated with transitioning between different educational systems.

Flexibility and Convenience

Students can study from home or wherever they have a stable internet connection and this flexibility is particularly advantageous for families with frequent relocations, as it helps children adapt to different environments while still receiving a structured education.

Global Perspective

International schooling emphasizes a global perspective, incorporating international content and diverse viewpoints into the curriculum and online delivery is no exception. This exposure helps students develop a broader understanding of the world, fostering cultural awareness and adaptability - skills that are highly valuable in a globally interconnected world.

Access to a Network of Peers and Resources

Online students connect with peers from around the globe, allowing them to interact with a diverse group of classmates and build a global network. Additionally, at the high school level, online international schools typically provide access to a wealth of resources, including experienced teachers, university guidance and extracurricular activities. 

Parental Involvement

Just like traditional schooling, a key component of online international schooling encourages active parental involvement including regular communication with teachers. This ensures that parents are well-informed about their child's progress and can support their learning effectively, even when living abroad.

Preparation for Higher Education

An international school education uniquely prepares students for success at the higher education level and often a service the school will provide to students is robust college and career counselling, to help students prepare for higher education by providing guidance on college applications, standardized tests, and career planning, ensuring that they are well-prepared for the next steps in their academic and professional journeys.

Development of Self-Discipline and Independence

Online learning environments often require students to manage their own time and work independently. This helps them to develop self-discipline, time management, and organizational skills, which are crucial for success in higher education and beyond.

Aoba Global Campus

Are you planning to move to or from Japan in the near future? If so, perhaps you would be interested to find out about a Japan-based online international school, Aoba Global Campus, part of Aoba-Japan International School.

As one of only seven schools selected by the IB to deliver the Online IBDP,, Aoba Global Campus delivers the Online IB Diploma Programme to grade 11 and 12 students throughout the Asia Pacific, enabling globally mobile families to enjoy a stable and flexible educational experience, helping to ensure that children receive a high-quality education that prepares them for future success while accommodating their unique lifestyle and circumstances.

To find out more, visit AOBA GLOBAL CAMPUS.