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With more than 1,200 students at three unique campuses, ZIS offers an extensive educational program with all the benefits of size but the intimacy of smaller settings.
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We know that choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions you can make for your child. Our Admissions Team is here to help and guide you through the process
Community
Once a member of our community, always a part of our family around the world! Our alumni include former students, former parents and former faculty and staff. At ZIS we welcome our alumni’s engagement and strive to help you stay connected with your ZIS.
Campuses
ZIS has three unique campuses offering a personal experience to each of our students. Whether it is a villa or one of our modern buildings, ZIS offers an age-appropriate environment for your child’s learning.
Academics
At ZIS we recognize the unique and diverse nature of our students. That’s why accommodating the individual learning needs of each and every student remains our highest priority.
Student Life
Co-curricular activities challenge our students’ personal, social and physical development and encourage a greater passion for learning. Opportunities range from the arts to sports to outreach and service work and beyond.
Support ZIS
As a non-profit organization, ZIS relies on fundraising for educational enhancements and special projects that benefit the entire ZIS community.

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About Us
With more than 1,200 students at three unique campuses, ZIS offers an extensive educational program with all the benefits of size but the intimacy of smaller settings.
Admissions
We know that choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions you can make for your child. Our Admissions Team is here to help and guide you through the process
Community
Once a member of our community, always a part of our family around the world! Our alumni include former students, former parents and former faculty and staff. At ZIS we welcome our alumni’s engagement and strive to help you stay connected with your ZIS.
Campuses
ZIS has three unique campuses offering a personal experience to each of our students. Whether it is a villa or one of our modern buildings, ZIS offers an age-appropriate environment for your child’s learning.
Academics
At ZIS we recognize the unique and diverse nature of our students. That’s why accommodating the individual learning needs of each and every student remains our highest priority.
Student Life
Co-curricular activities challenge our students’ personal, social and physical development and encourage a greater passion for learning. Opportunities range from the arts to sports to outreach and service work and beyond.
Support ZIS
As a non-profit organization, ZIS relies on fundraising for educational enhancements and special projects that benefit the entire ZIS community.

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Middle School Curriculum

Program Overview

Middle School students have a balanced, developmentally-appropriate and comprehensive program with a schedule of eight classes.

The following six subjects are compulsory:

English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Health and Physical Education
German

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Grade 6 Electives

For the remaining courses, Grade 6 students choose two of the following electives per semester:

Band (year-long)
String Ensemble (year-long)
Choir
Art
Drama
Technology
French or Spanish

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Grade 7 Electives

For the remaining courses, Grade 7 students choose two of the following electives per semester:

Band (year-long)
String Ensemble (year-long)
Choir
Art
Drama
Digital Journalism
Design Technology
Digital Art
French or Spanish
Virtual Middle School online courses

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Grade 8 Electives

For the remaining courses, Grade 8 students choose two of the following electives per semester:

Band (year-long)
String Ensemble (year-long)
Choir
Art
Drama
Technology: Digital Art and 3-D Animation
Movie Making and Sound
Dance
French or Spanish
Virtual Middle School online courses

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Co-Curricular Program

ZIS offers a broad range of co-curricular activities, from arts to sports, from debating to service learning, to complement your child's academic development.

Exploring is a vital part of growing and we will encourage students to try new things—and with so many options, it's a great opportunity to improve your skills, make new friends and find new interests!

English as an Additional Language

Students who need support to develop their English language skills may have English as an Additional Language (EAL) and students with special learning needs may have Learning Support in place of one of their electives.

Additional Support

We provide a range of support services to meet specific individual needs, including:

Learning support classes
Short-term literacy interventions
Mathematics lab
Executive skills coaching
Speech and language therapy
Counselling services

First page of the PDF file: Defininition_of_Learning

ZIS Character Standards PDF

First page of the PDF file: Learning_Principles