Peru, Lima
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Science Fairs are part of ICS-Lima's events. ICS-Lima offers after-school clubs that support inquiry and collaboration, including Taekwondo, Surfing, Soccer, International Cultures, Praise Band, Lego, and Theatre. The school hosts events such as Spiritual Emphasis Days, I Love to Read Month, Harvest Festival, and Storybook Day that foster curiosity and hands-on learning. Outdoor Education and Field Day are annual activities that support experiential learning.
Art Shows are held during the year. After-school clubs include Praise Band, Lego, and Theatre. High School offers Theatre and Art as part of course offerings. The school hosts theatre productions and visual arts exhibitions.
International Cultures Day is an event at ICS-Lima. ICS-Lima has students from over 23 nations, creating a multi-cultural environment. There is an International Cultures club for students to explore global cultures. The school embraces a multicultural community.
After-school clubs include Taekwondo, Surfing, Soccer, International Cultures, Praise Band, Lego, and Theatre. These clubs provide opportunities for social interaction and hobbies after school. After School Activities generally meet from 3:20–4:20 pm, and sports teams may meet at the same time.
Students in grades 9–12 are required to complete at least 15 hours of community service per year. Students in the Merit program are required to complete at least 20 hours per year. Students in grades 5–8 are expected to complete 7 hours of community service per year. Hours must be completed in a minimum of two different activities each year and can include, among other options, teaching or assisting in Sunday School, serving on a worship team, tutoring, or volunteering with Christian organizations.
Outdoor Education is part of ICS-Lima's events. All high school students are required to attend the high school retreat. After School Activities focus on sports, hobbies, and spiritual growth and generally meet from 3:20–4:20 pm, with sports teams sometimes meeting at the same time.
International Christian School of Lima is a private Christian day school in Miraflores serving students ages 4-18. It offers a North American curriculum with English instruction, alongside Bible classes, weekly chapels, and a biblical worldview integrated throughout. Sponsored by Asociación Cultural Berea and a partner of the Network of International Christian Schools, ICS-Lima was founded in 2001 and is fully accredited by MSA-CESS and ACSI. Graduation requires 25 credits; core standards follow Massachusetts frameworks for elementary math, Common Core for secondary math, AERO for ELA, DoDEA for Social Studies, and McREL for Science. AP exams are offered, and the AP International Diploma is available; SATs are encouraged. NorthStar Academy provides online AP courses. The campus has a gym, an English-language library with thousands of titles, WiFi, Google Apps, and a 1:1 iPad program for grades 1-8. Extracurriculars include sports, arts, Bible, languages, theatre, and service, plus events and outdoor education.