Summary
This observational study of 749 immigrant students aged 12–18 from 41 nationalities examined demographic and geographic variables influencing social skills and academic success. Nationality emerged as the strongest predictor of both social skills and grades, with students from the European continent demonstrating superior outcomes. The findings suggest that continent of origin, rather than age or gender alone, significantly shapes immigrant students' intercultural adaptation and educational achievement.
UK applicability
The results may inform UK educational policy on support for immigrant students, particularly those from non-European backgrounds; however, direct applicability depends on whether the study's European sample and context align with the UK's specific immigrant demographics and school systems.
Key measures
Social Skills Scale for Young Immigrants (SSSYI); student grades; Pearson correlation coefficients; multiple linear regression coefficients
Outcomes reported
The study measured social skills development and academic success (grades) across immigrant students of different nationalities, ages, genders, and residential locations. Regression analysis identified nationality as the most influential predictor of social skills and academic performance.
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