Morocco, Casablanca
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IB PYP aligned with British School Overseas standards. Core academics include Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Units of Inquiry. English is the language of instruction, with support for both native speakers and English language learners. Inquiry-based, hands-on learning fosters creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
Arts & Creativity includes Music, Visual Arts & Performing Arts. It encourages self-expression, creativity, and appreciation of culture through the arts. The programs are integrated within the British school setting to support a well-rounded international education.
Languages & Communication: English as the Language of Instruction. Strong support for both English language learners and native speakers to enhance fluency and confidence. Multilingual educators bring cultural diversity into the classroom.
Inquiry-Based Learning features Curiosity-Driven Projects with hands-on projects, collaborative play, and problem-solving. This approach encourages independence and lifelong learning in a British school environment. Student collaboration and inquiry are emphasized through project-based learning.
Nurturing Community: A safe, welcoming environment where expat and local families in Casablanca feel at home. Since 2011, ISM has cultivated a warm, supportive community where pupils thrive academically and socially. The school emphasises curiosity, diversity, and a sense of belonging.
Founder & Director Younes Mellouki leads the school. Our staff are qualified professionals with training in international education. They are multilingual educators who bring cultural diversity into the classroom. They are specialists in inquiry-based learning and mentors committed to supporting every child's growth.
Physical Education & Wellbeing: Healthy Body, Healthy Mind. Promoting teamwork, resilience, and healthy lifestyles through sports, movement, and wellbeing programmes at our British school.
International School of Morocco (ISM) is a private day school in Casablanca offering an IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework aligned with British School Overseas standards. The school serves students aged 6 to 11, with English as the language of instruction and strong support for English language learners. Mother tongue development is encouraged, and additional languages such as French and Arabic are available. The curriculum weaves the IB PYP's inquiry-based units with core Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Units of Inquiry, plus cross-disciplinary themes across subjects. Visual arts, music, drama and physical education are integral to the program. ISM operates on a villa campus in Oasis, where bright classrooms and dedicated creative spaces support collaborative inquiry, and an on-site cafeteria serves meals. Founded in 2011 by Younes Mellouki, the school emphasizes a warm, supportive community that welcomes both expatriate and local families and fosters curiosity, belonging, and lifelong learning together.