Why International Schools Exist

Every day, parents all across the world face the same question: to internationalize or not to internationalize? Some choose to internationalize their children by sending them abroad to school; others choose to keep their children at home. Whether you're a parent choosing an international school for your child, or an expatriate considering it as a long-term career move, we think you'll love what being part of an international school family is all about.

International Schools do Exist to Help Students become more International.

Ready to be schooled again? International schools do exist to help students become more international. Students from all over the world learn how to work with people who are different from themselves. As you might imagine, this is a skill that will benefit you for years to come. School takes on a whole new meaning at an international school, and recruitment efforts are becoming more and more important as the demand for these schools grows worldwide.

International schools operate on the same principles as other state and private schools; they are usually (but not always) privately owned. However, they stand apart in that their curricula and teaching methodology further international understanding--the study of foreign cultures and languages, combined with enhancing a student's own cultural identity.

International Schools Exist to Provide Education in a Safe Environment

International schools exist to provide a safe learning environment where students and teachers can comfortably learn new things. As an international school, we create an environment where learning is centered on critical thinking skills, and opportunities for volunteering in the local community are available for all students. We also offer a variety of extracurricular activities, from sports to music programs, to eurhythmics& crafts.

International Schools Exist Because Different Nations have Different Educational Standards and Traditions

While some nations have education systems that conform to the standards of the International Baccalaureate or the U.S. Advanced Placement program, others do not. As a result, parents who want the best for their children sometimes choose to send them abroad to attend an international school that focuses on those educational standards and traditions.

International Schools Exist to Cater for the Specific Needs of International Students.

These students often want a more personalized learning environment where students can learn in their own language and at their own speed.

The international school movement exists to help children of all nationalities and backgrounds achieve their full potential in an environment that encourages tolerance, understanding, and appreciation for international cultures.

International schools have existed for well over a century. What was once a privileged experience for travellers and expatriates has become a mainstream educational alternative for families living in host countries.

We welcome you to the International Schools Resources website, a portal that serves as an introduction and overview to world-class international schools around the world that have received the full support of the International Baccalaureate Organization. From here, explore curriculum, features and facilities at our searchable database or browse through videos of students and teachers sharing life in an international school. For more information on joining the IBO, please visit our membership page

Many families choose to go international to some part of the world for a variety of reasons. International schools may offer several special advantages that may appeal to you and your family, including:

You might also be interested in international schools. International schools are educational institutions for children of expatriates, diplomats and overseas companies employees. These institutions provide for the needs specific to these types of students offering academic programs and strong community bonds.

We provide a first-class education in an English language international environment. Our schools are designed to offer outstanding academic programmes and facilities as well as value-added benefits that are not available from other schools, to equip students with a world-class education and with all the skills they need to take their place confidently in the modern global economy.

We all want the best for our children. That's why we use only recycled, non-toxic paint in our classrooms. It's why we mandate recess time for outdoor play, and offer nourishing school lunches. It's why we show an age appropriate film each week to encourage a life-long love of the arts. It's why we provide a library filled with actual books, not just e-readers, and a coffee bar your kids can use as much as they like. We strive to give students the high quality experiences they deserve.

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