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Policing Parents
By Emily Huckson
Dear Auntie Em: My threeyear-old
and I are friends with
our neighbour whose child is
the same age as mine. They
came over for a visit the other
day and things were going
very well until we witnessed
our little guest grab a toy from
my daughter and run off with
it. I was hoping her mother
would step in but—surprise!—
she did nothing. In such situations
do I to let it go or swoop
in to restore the toy
- Unsure
Dear Unsure: As tempting
as it may be to discipline the
other child, there could be
consequences such as your
neighbour asking you to mind
your own business. At worst,
the kids could witness two
grown adults defending their
young, and the result might
be ugly.
Is there ever a time or place
to discipline other people’s
kids And does it matter who
those people are—strangers,
friends or relatives
The basic rule of thumb is:
Don’t do it. Especially when
it comes to friends and relatives,
the fallout can poison
relationships for a long time.
But like all rules, this one has
exceptions. Most parents
agree it’s OK if the situation
calls for immediate action—in
the case of a physical fight
or dangerous situation, for
example. It may also be OK if
you’ve been given permission
from the child’s parent or caregiver
to step in. But be aware
that each situation is unique
and may call for a different
approach.
While you say both of you
were watching, that doesn’t
necessarily mean you were
both actively observing. There
is a chance your friend didn’t
really see what her daughter
had done. In that case, bring
it to her attention and say out
loud, so the children can hear,
“Oh Dear! Your daughter just
grabbed a toy from my daughter
and ran away with it…what
can we do to make it right”
I am a big promoter of ‘over
speak’. This means speaking
in proximity of the children to
an adult (and not speaking
to the children—making it as
if the children ‘accidentally’
overheard the conversation).
I have found, with this age,
I get better results when using
'over speak' with other adults,
rather than directly speaking to
them. Two to three year olds
are very curious, usually ‘don’t
miss a beat’ and are really
tuned in to what adults say
amongst themselves.
Email your questions about
childhood development to
auntie-em@asialifehcmc.
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Secondary Campus
246 Nguyen Van Huong, D2
Tel: 3744 2335
www.bisvietnam.com
With campuses all over the city and
expansion underway, BIS offers a mixture
of both English and International curriculabased
education alongside excellent
facilities and extra-curricular activities.
Senior students follow the IGCSE and IB
programmes.
German International School
257 Hoang Van Thu , Tan Binh
Tel: 7300 7257
info@giss.vn / www.giss.vn
A bilingual school with native German and
English teachers. The language program
is followed in both German and English,
alongside the German curriculum. Extra
curricular activities are available for all
primary school students.
International School HCMC
28 Vo Truong Toan, D2
Tel: 3898 9100
www.ishcmc.com
One of 136 schools around the world
to be accredited as an IB World School.
Offers all three of the IB programmes from
primary through to grade 12. The school
is fully accredited by CIS and NEASC
and has a strong focus on community
spirit and fosters an awareness of other
languages and cultures.
International School Saigon Pearl
92 Nguyen Huu Canh, Binh Thanh
District Tel: 2220 1788/89
www.issp.edu.vn
Opening in August, 2011, the single
purpose-built campus will cater for nursery
through grade five. In the second year,
sixth grade will be added. ISSP’s longterm
strategic plan includes complete
middle and high schools. In the spring of
2011 ISSP will host the Western Association
of Schools and Colleges (the largest
American accreditation agency in Asia).
Accreditation will allow children to easily
transfer to schools abroad.
The Little Genius International Kindergarten
102 My Kim, Phu My Hung, D7
Tel: 5421 1052
Kindergarten with U.S.-accredited curriculum,
modern facilities and
attractive school grounds.
Montessori International School
International Program
42/1 Ngo Quang Huy, D2
Tel: 3744 2639
Bilingual Program
28 Street 19, KP 5, An Phu, D2
Tel: 6281 7675
www.montessori.edu.vn
Montessori utilizes an internationally
recognized educational method which
focuses on fostering the child’s natural
desire to learn. The aim is to create an
encouraging environment conducive to
learning by developing a sense of self and
individuality. A wide array of curriculum/
extra-curricular activities are on offer
including Bilingual programs.
Renaissance International School
74 Nguyen Thi Thap, D7
Tel: 3773 3171
www.rissaigon.edu.vn
IB World school, one of Vietnam’s international
schools operating within the framework
of the British system. RISS provide a
high quality English medium education in
a stimulating, challenging and supportive
environment. The purpose built, modern
campus has excellent facilities.
RMIT
702 Nguyen Van Linh, D7
Tel: 3776 1369
Australian university located in District 7,
offers a highly regarded MBA and undergraduate
courses in various fields.
Saigon South International School
Nguyen Van Linh Parkway, D7
Tel: 5413 0901
www.ssis.edu.vn
An International school environment offering
an American/international program in a
large, spacious campus, to children from
age 3 to grade 12. Great facilities, extracurricular
activities and internationally
trained teachers giving unique opportunities
to learn.
Saigon Star International School
Residential Area No. 5, Thanh My Loi
Ward, D2
Tel: 3742 STAR Fax: 3742 3222
enroll@saigonstarschool.edu.vn
www.saigonstarschool.edu.vn
Offers a British primary curriculum approved
by Cambridge University and integrated
Montessori programme for nursery
and kindergarten. Qualified, experienced
teachers and small class sizes cater to
individual needs and abilities.
Singapore International School (SIS)
No.29, Road No.3, Trung Son Residential
Area, Hamlet 4, Binh Hung Ward,
Binh Chanh District
Tel: 5431 7477
44 Truong Dinh, D3
Tel: 3932 2807
Ground floor, Somerset Chancellor
Court, 21 - 23 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai,
D1. Tel: 3827 2464
The Manor, 91 Nguyen Huu Canh, Binh
Thanh. Tel: 3514 3036
www.kinderworld.net
Students play and learn in an environment
where the best of Western and Eastern
cultures amalgamate to prepare Kinder-
World’s students for today’s challenging
world drawn from both the Singapore and
Australian curriculum. The school offers
International Certifications such as the
iPSLE, IGCSE and GAC.
SmartKids
1172 Thao Dien Compound, D2
Tel: 3744 6076
26 Street 10, D2
Tel: 3898 9816
www.smartkidsinfo.com
An international childcare centre that
provides kindergarten and pre-school
education for children aged between 18
months and 6 years. A fun and friendly
environment, the school focuses on learning
through play.
Stamford Grammar
214 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, D3
Tel: 3930 7343
4Bis Phung Khac Khoan, D1
Tel: 3822 3339
www.stamfordgrammar.com
enquiry@stamfordgrammar.com
International kindergarten following a
Singapore curriculum for children from
18 months to 6 years of age. Taught by
Vietnamese and native English-speaking
teachers. Outdoor play areas, swimming
pool, music and art & craft rooms where
students can play and learn in a safe
environment.
The American School
172 - 180 Nguyen Van Huong, D2
Tel: 3519 2223
info@tasvietnam.edu.vn
An independent and private collage
preparatory school with a highly individualized
and personalized program,
The American School of Vietnam offers a
strong, US based curriculum for Kindergarten
through Grade 12.
ENTERTAINMENT
Diamond Plaza
34 Le Duan, D1
The top floor arcade and bowling alley is
bound to keep your little ones entertained
for hours with an impressive array of video
games. Some child-friendly dining options
too, with Pizza Hut on hand, a KFC
and a New Zealand Natural ice cream
concession.
Gymboree Play & Music
Somerset Chancellor Court
21-23 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, D1
Tel: 3827 7008
www.gymboreeclasses.com.vn
The Gymboree Play & Music offers
children from newborn to 5 years old the
opportunity to explore, learn and play in
an innovative parent-child programmes.
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