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How We Teach
At ZIS, learning is personal, purposeful, and empowering. We surface and inspire each learner’s curiosity, critical thinking, and high expectations for their learning—so they can positively impact their families, communities, and the world.
Every learner is on a unique journey. Our role is to guide, challenge, and support them as they grow into thoughtful, capable individuals who love learning and lead with purpose.
What Makes a ZIS Learner?
We are committed to developing learners who are:
Curious Thinkers
Approaching the world with a love of learning, asks bold questions, thinks analytically and creatively, and engages thoughtfully with diverse perspectives. Solves complex problems while demonstrating media literacy, global awareness, and social responsibility.
Resilient Learners
Grounded in self-awareness, and courageous in the face of challenge. Views setbacks as opportunities for growth, and adapts with grace in changing environments, seeing every transition as a chance to learn and evolve.
Collaborative Leaders
Builds strong, empathetic relationships, actively listens, values diversity, and fosters a sense of belonging. Recognizes themselves as part of something larger and contributes meaningfully to their communities.
Purpose-Driven Citizens
Guided by integrity and clear values, acts with purpose, makes ethical choices that reflect sustainability and a commitment to positive impact. Invests in kindness and service, always willing to honor the dignity of others.
Global Navigators
Demonstrates fluency in languages and cultural nuance, navigating global contexts with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Balances academic rigor with personal passions, well-being, and community engagement to lead a fulfilling, intentional life.
Guided by Our Values
At ZIS, how we learn and grow is just as important as what we learn.
We act with:
- Respect
- Humility
- Courage
- Joy
Our values shape our culture, our classrooms, and our community.
These attributes aren’t just goals—they are lived and practiced every day in and beyond the classroom.
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Lower School Curriculum
In the Lower School, we offer a holistic program which helps your child understand concepts and skills. We also focus on their growth, including their academic, social, physical, emotional and cultural development.
Middle School Curriculum
Our curriculum at Middle School level is focused on making learning inspiring. At this crucial stage of your child’s development, we want them to be challenged, not overwhelmed, so that they see learning as empowering and exciting, and seek out new experiences without fear.
Upper School Curriculum
At Upper School level, your child is preparing for a future full of possibility. We adopt a transferable inquiry-led approach to learning which helps them plan the next stage of their journey – and learn more about who they are and want to be.