India, Chennai
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IVS follows the Five Holistic Elements to support social and emotional development. The program emphasizes personal growth, social skills, and a sense of well-being. The mission centers on developing intellect, character, and well-being through community collaboration. The school fosters a diverse, globally connected community that supports intercultural understanding and empathy. The education team, drawn from around the world, is responsible for student well-being and a caring, inquiry-based learning environment.
Mental well-being is integral to IVS's holistic approach. The campus supports emotional development as part of its broader development goals, helping students become well-grounded, confident individuals. The Five Holistic Elements foster well-being alongside academic and creative growth, with a focus on social skills and personal growth. The education team is responsible for the well-being of students, delivering a caring, inquiry-based learning environment.
International Village School Chennai is an IB Continuum international school located at 89-91, Classic Farms Avenue, Sholinganallur, Chennai 600119. It serves students from ages 2 to 18 and offers the IB Primary Years Programme (Early Childhood ages 2–5 and Grades 1–5), the Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10), and the Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12). The IB approach is student-centered, holistic and inquiry-based, designed to develop curiosity and conceptual understanding. In PYP, language arts, science, math and social studies are taught with world languages by specialists (French, Spanish, Tamil and Hindi) and STEAM/MakerSpace integration. The campus features bright, flexible classrooms with interactive smartboards, dedicated science and technology labs, a library, a professional music recording studio and a performing arts theatre. Sports facilities include indoor/outdoor courts, fields, and swimming. Extracurriculars include The Pursuits Programme, Student Action and the Parent Volunteer Committee, plus outdoor education, and a strong emphasis on community service and languages.