International School of Indiana

The school’s mission is to provide a world-class education that prepares students to be responsible citizens and effective leaders in an interdependent world. It emphasizes the development of balanced, critical thinkers who are effective communicators in multiple languages and value cultural differences. The school fosters an environment of equity, belonging, and respect, encouraging students to ask critical questions and engage with complex global issues.

The school offers a full-continuum International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). Language immersion is provided for students from age 3 through Grade 5, transitioning to dual language learning in Middle and High School. The academic program is designed to be holistic, incorporating Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) in the high school years to strengthen personal and interpersonal learning.

The school prepares students for college and beyond by fostering critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and fluency in multiple languages. Graduates are equipped to be responsible citizens and effective leaders in a globalized world. The school maintains a strong record of college admissions and emphasizes the development of life-long learners.

The school provides specialized programming for students new to language learning to help them attain skills at their own pace. College counseling services are integrated into the high school experience to support students in their post-secondary planning. Additionally, the school offers learning and wellness support to meet the needs of its diverse student body.

The school maintains an evergreen enrollment policy, allowing families to enroll once through high school completion without annual contracts. Admissions requirements vary by age, and there are no language prerequisites for entry. Prospective families are encouraged to submit an inquiry and schedule a campus visit. Financial aid is available based on demonstrated need, and the school participates in the Indiana Choice Scholarship Program.

The school operates on an academic calendar with general guidelines provided for future years. The campus is active year-round, hosting summer language day camps and various enrichment programs. Important dates, including admissions deadlines and school events, are accessible via the school's online calendar.

The school is located on a 60-acre campus on Michigan Road in Indianapolis, featuring the Chen Family Lower School, the Kathryn and Sidney Taurel Building for high school, and the Henry R. Blackwell Building for middle school. Campus facilities include STEM and computer labs, art studios, a black box performance theatre, a greenhouse, and a working garden. Athletic facilities include multiple gymnasiums, soccer fields, and a track.

Students have access to over 40 clubs and extracurricular activities, including fine arts, travel, and special-interest groups. The school offers an open participation policy for athletics, with over 20 teams available for students in grades 5 through 12. Additionally, the school provides before- and after-school care, as well as quarterly enrichment classes such as cooking, choir, and STEM-based activities.