STEM in preschools (PODCAST)

In this episode, we explore why it’s important for your chosen preschool to have a robust STEM education program. We talk to Jacqueline McNalty, Principal of Malvern College Preschool HK. SPOTIFY: Listen to this episode on Spotify HERE APPLE PODCASTS: Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts HERE GOOGLE PODCASTS: Listen to this episode on Google Podcasts HERE We ask Jacqueline, why is science important for preschoolers? And she explains that science is all about understanding our world – about being an inquisitive and imaginative explorer. And really, that’s what preschool should be about. Not only does Jacqueline share her insight as an expert and leader in early childhood, she invites us all to participate in Malvern’s “Be a little scientist” e-classes, together with the Big Bang Academy HK. Explore Malvern College Preschool HK and learn about the school’s “Be a little scientist” STEM education initiative here: malvernpreschool.hk/be-a-little-scientist

About this podcast series

Welcome to Schools in Hong Kong, Expat Living’s podcast that introduces expat parents to our city’s international schools. If you are moving to Hong Kong or you are living here and starting to look at school options, this is the podcast for you! Our editor has spent years visiting schools and meeting with Principals, there are some fantastic education options available to us in Hong Kong. But, as parents, we know the school choices here can be overwhelming. This is why we put together this podcast, to help parents better understand their options. Scroll through our feed and you can listen to a range of episodes, from Principal insights to understanding what the local school experience is like. We will introduce you to the city’s experts who can help you learn more about different curriculum choices, popular international schools, the realities and advantages of learning Chinese, what the local system is like, and a whole lot more. If you have a question or some feedback to share, we would love to hear from you. You can get in touch with our team by emailing us at editor@expatliving.net Listen to Episode 10: Tips for school interviews in Hong Kong Read more about education options in Hong Kong in our living in Hong Kong section: 12 Fun things to do with kids in Hong Kong Best Sunday Brunches in Hong Kong 26 ways to enjoy Hong Kong’s waters