In the landscape of modern education, the dialogue between school and home is widely recognised as a vital component in a child’s development. Recently, the principal of Kinderland International Preschool (Cambodia) led a dedicated sharing session for fellow preschool principals and educators in Kinderland (Singapore), focusing on the critical art of parent engagement and communication.
Mr. Brenton Toh, KDL (Cambodia) principal, is sharing a session with other KDL principals
With over 23 years of experience in education, the principal has observed that a school’s success is not solely measured by its curriculum but also by the strength of its partnership with families. During the session, a tiered strategy framework was introduced to move beyond traditional updates, fostering a collaborative environment in which parents are empowered as true partners in their child’s learning journey.
Brenton Toh holds a Master of Education in Educational Psychology, Measurement and Evaluation, a Master’s in Leadership and Management in Schools, a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical and Production Engineering from Nanyang Technological University. He also earned a Master of Arts in Education with Early Childhood Studies and holds certifications in Teaching and Learning, as well as an Accredited Programme Leader qualification under the Cambridge Professional Development Qualifications programme, reflecting his strong commitment to educational excellence and leadership.
The KDL (Cambodia) principal’s commitment to elevating educational standards is reflected in their academic pursuits, having obtained a Master of Arts in Early Childhood from Asian College of Teachers, complementing an existing Master of Education in Educational Psychology and Evaluation from Nanyang Technological University. These qualifications provide a strong theoretical foundation that informs daily practice at TG International School.
Engagement with the parents that highlights a good relationship
By grounding communication strategies in psychological insights and early childhood pedagogy, the principal has fostered a more responsive and nurturing school culture. Rather than merely informing parents, they involve families in the ongoing narrative of their child’s growth.
Mr Brenton Toh is discussing the communication toolkit
Feedback from the session highlighted a shared desire across the sector for more transparent, proactive, and meaningful communication with school communities. The principal’s goal remains clear: to ensure that every school under their leadership, and those supported through these sessions, becomes a place where teachers, parents, and children thrive within a unified, supportive ecosystem.
Bridging school and home is a vital, ongoing process for the next generation’s success.