Singapore
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English is the language of literacy and instruction in most curriculum areas. Mandarin is taught as a language option in the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme. In the Diploma Programme, languages include English A and Chinese A for Language and Literature, and English B and Chinese B for Language Acquisition. The High School Diploma includes Mother Tongue or a foreign language, with courses such as Chinese A/B, Japanese A, and other language options (including language A School Supported Self-Taught and ab initio options like Chinese/French/Spanish). EAL support is provided to assist learners developing English proficiency.
ISS offers a Bilingual Diploma pathway within the IB Diploma Programme. Language options include English and Mandarin across the MYP and DP, with English A and Chinese A available in the Diploma Programme and English B and Chinese B as language acquisition options. Mother Tongue language courses are available (Chinese A/B, Japanese A, and other languages) and EAL support helps learners access the curriculum.
ISS International School in Singapore offers an International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, catering to students from preschool through to the IB Diploma Programme. Facilities include a theatre, modern science labs, and sports facilities. A standout feature is the annual theatrical production involving students from all ages. Beyond academics, ISS offers numerous extracurricular activities, including music ensembles and sports teams. The school also engages in environmental initiatives such as their 'Week Without Walls' trip where students participate in regional social or environmental issues, both in Singapore and internationally.
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