St. John's International School

The school is committed to preparing students to be happy and successful global citizens through a holistic, inquiry-based education. Its core values of companionship, respect, and integrity underpin a community that celebrates cultural diversity from over 60 nations. The educational approach focuses on nurturing individual potential, fostering independence, and encouraging students to challenge themselves in all endeavours.

The school delivers the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3-12, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11-16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16-18. The MYP curriculum includes eight subject groups, such as language and literature, mathematics, sciences, and arts, while the DP includes six subject groups alongside the core requirements of Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). The school also offers the possibility of following individual IB courses or Advanced Placement (AP) courses.

St. John’s is a high-achieving IB World School, with 2025 graduates attaining an average IB Diploma Programme score of 36 and a top score of 43. Graduates consistently secure placements at prestigious global universities, including institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge, MIT, Columbia, Yale, and KU Leuven. The school reports that 90% of Inspired graduates are accepted to their first-choice universities.

The school employs a personalised approach to education, maintaining small student-to-teacher ratios to ensure each child is known and valued. Teachers act as mentors, providing tailored support to help students thrive academically and emotionally. The school also offers university guidance and counselling to assist students in their academic and career pathways.

St. John’s operates an inclusive admissions policy and welcomes applications from expatriate and local families. Prospective families are encouraged to book a private tour, attend a discovery day, or contact the admissions department to discuss individual needs. The school provides guidance through the application process, including meetings with the admissions team, the IBDP Coordinator, or counsellors to ensure appropriate course selection.

The school operates on a standard academic year, with specific term dates and holiday schedules available on the school’s website. Families can access the detailed calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years through the official school portal.

Located on a modern, purpose-built campus in Waterloo, the school features extensive facilities including a professional theatre seating 400, the Greene Gallery for exhibitions, and a suite of VR headsets. Sports facilities include two indoor arenas, an outdoor full-size Astro-turf football pitch, a baseball/softball diamond, a climbing wall, two multi-use grass areas, and three tennis courts. The campus is a secure, closed environment with controlled access points and dedicated security staff.

The school offers a wide variety of extracurricular experiences across sports, performing arts, and fine arts. Students participate in theatrical productions, musical concerts, and art exhibitions, with opportunities to engage both on-site and through global exchange programmes. Additionally, the school hosts summer camps and various enrichment activities designed to foster personal growth and global citizenship.