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International schools were created as a response to the need to provide high-quality education for foreigners or local students who dream of continuing their education abroad. There is no clear definition of an international school. However, such an institution has certain characteristics that distinguish it from other types of schools. Let’s check these characteristics and the other purposes of international schools.
Characteristics of an International School
An international school is characterized primarily by the fact that its curriculum is different from that of the public schools in each country. The curriculum at the international school often follows such educational programmes as International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement or International Primary Curriculum. Another characteristic feature of an international school is that its students and teachers come from different countries. The curriculum of international schools often focuses on topics related to multiculturalism and global issues. The language of instruction is usually English, but many schools require students to study at least one other language. In English-medium schools, the curriculum is usually based on the educational programmes in the United Kingdom or the United States.
The main purpose of an International School is…
Every school has a mission. In the case of an international school, the goal is to provide the best possible education that prepares students to study in their chosen country. Attending an international school gives students a gateway to studying at the best universities in the world; therefore it is a true investment in a child’s future. Students at international schools achieve, on average, significantly better results than their peers abroad thanks to tailored curriculum, small classes and highly qualified teachers. However, providing students with the opportunity to achieve good academic results is not the only mission of an international school. Equally important is the promotion of multiculturalism and international communication. Attending an international school teaches students to think globally, so they are prepared to face challenges on both a small and large scale. Students at international schools are prepared to be global citizens.
Why is it worth choosing an international school for your child?
Further reasons to choose an international school include:
- opportunity to learn foreign languages in the most effective way possible, through contact with native speakers,
- wide range of extracurricular activities, including dance, music, and sports classes, and various interest groups,
- excellent facilities at international schools, including laboratories, sports halls, and modern classrooms,
- global networking, i.e. establishing contacts with students and schools from all over the world, which is extremely useful for the future education and career.
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