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NIVA American International School was founded in 1991 and has grown into a fully accredited international school offering education from Nursery through Grade 12. The school follows an American curriculum adapted to suit international students, combining academic content with a focus on holistic development. Over the decades, NIVA has developed a reputation for consistent academic outcomes and university placement, especially for students pursuing higher education in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
NIVA supports a culturally diverse school environment, with students and teachers from various parts of the world including North America, Asia, Africa, and Australia. The school organizes activities that foster community spirit, such as international day celebrations, themed cultural weeks, music recitals, and service projects. Students and families are encouraged to take part in these events as a way to celebrate heritage, build friendships, and reinforce mutual respect within the school environment.
The school does not have a parent teacher association.
NIVA follows the California Common Core curriculum from nursery to grade 12. Its program progresses through theme-based early learning, discovery-focused primary education, and structured skills development in middle and high school. In the upper grades, students may enroll in Advanced Placement (AP) courses to prepare for university admissions. The campus features a library, swimming pool, science and STEM labs, a multi-purpose court, a field, and spaces for art and creative activities. These facilities support a broad curriculum that includes academics, physical education, and the arts.
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