Students should learn facts and figures – and how to help others – says Richard Vanderpyl, head of Christian Alliance International School.
Christian Alliance International School (CAIS) in Hong Kong emphasizes "whole child" education, focusing on developing students' "head, heart, and hands" to create community-minded leaders. This approach, adopted by schools globally, prioritizes holistic development beyond academics, incorporating kindness, service, and real-world application through initiatives connecting curriculum with service. CAIS, a non-profit school with over 1,600 students, offers the Alberta curriculum and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme while fostering a culture of service and environmental responsibility.
