The International School of Sion

The school’s educational approach is inquiry-based, transdisciplinary, and cross-cultural, aiming to prepare students for successful higher academic studies. It emphasizes benevolence, compassion, and the development of critical thinking, while valuing both the student's mother tongue and the culture of the host country. The school promotes a sense of student ownership, encouraging learners to be responsible for their environment and to view education as a positive space where healthy study habits are balanced with personal growth.

The school is an authorized Cambridge International School offering a four-year or three-year academic pathway for students aged 14 to 19. The curriculum includes Grade 9 and 10 preparatory stages, where students can sit for the Cambridge International General Certificate in Secondary Education (IGCSE), followed by a two-year high school programme in Grades 11 and 12. Students study subjects across five groups—languages, individuals and societies, sciences, mathematics, and the arts—alongside mandatory components including Epistemology, a Personal Project, and community service.

The school fosters an inclusive environment where making mistakes is recognized as a vital part of the learning process. It provides intensive English lessons for students who are not yet proficient in the language, particularly within the Grade 9 preparatory year. The pedagogical team maintains regular, collaborative contact with students to support their individual progress.

The school maintains a rolling admissions policy for students aged 14 to 19. The application process requires a completed application form, a medical form, and a signed terms and conditions agreement, followed by an entrance test and an interview. Upon acceptance, registration and annual fees must be paid within 30 days to secure enrollment.

The school operates Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. A typical daily schedule includes breakfast from 7:00 am to 8:00 am, followed by morning classes until 12:00 pm, lunch, afternoon classes until 4:30 pm, and a period for activities or free time until 6:30 pm, concluding with dinner and supervised study in the evening.

The school emphasizes intellectual, physical, and emotional well-being through a range of activities. Students are encouraged to take ownership of their environment and participate in community service, which is a mandatory component of the academic programme. Additionally, the school organizes summer camps.