International School Nadi

International School Nadi

"Learn together, grow together"

P.O.Box 9686, Nadi Airport, Fiji Islands Phone: (679) 776 2960

Website: isn.school.fj Email: info@isn.school.fj

2021 Parent Information

Contents

Welcome From the Principal School's Purpose and Vision

Classes and Enrolment Uniforms

Term Dates School Hours School Curriculum

Reports Transport House System Assemblies Books & Stationery Library/IT Lab Lockers Personal Valuables Medical & Health Sport and After School Activities Parent Helpers School Committee

PTA Communication

Concerns Fees Information

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WELCOME FROM THE PRINCIPAL

We look forward to welcoming your child to International School Nadi (ISN), a school that prides itself on not only offering a high standard of education but also a caring and supportive environment for young people.

We are a small school of only 230 students but we are an International Baccalaureate World school offering the three core IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). You can read more about these on our website. 75% of our students hold overseas passports, 25% are Fijian citizens. Sixteen different nationalities are represented. We have small classes where students are given individual attention and encouragement.

ISN prepares students to be both positive members of their communities and responsible global citizens. We aim to develop values in children such as respect and understanding for other people's ideas, languages and beliefs. As an IB school, ISN encourages the education of the whole person through social, physical, emotional and cultural wellbeing thereby establishing a foundation for lifelong learning.

ISN celebrates the many national days of our community at Assemblies, an excellent opportunity for our students and families to not only display their own cultures but to also learn about the different countries and cultures represented within the school. International understanding is also developed in the variety of courses offered in the International Baccalaureate Programmes.

Students have the opportunity of learning about Fiji's fascinating culture through the study of both the Fijian language and Hindi. Camps are held each year in interesting areas of Fiji. Students learn leadership skills, tolerance and cooperation as well as have a great deal of fun.

Students gain a greater world view by studying a choice of other languages such as French, Chinese and Spanish. Where possible, students whose first language is not English are also encouraged to continue studying their first language as well as English as a second language.

ISN has an interesting activities programme. Students are invited to enter the Kula Film Festival each year and take part in Tadra Kahani, a dance competition in which students demonstrate through dance some of the United Nations millennium goals. Secondary students also take part in the Model United Nations which is held each year in Fiji. A variety of sports is offered including netball, tennis, basketball, swimming, athletics and kaji rugby. These activities depend on student interest.

ISN has had its challenges, experiencing two floods which destroyed many school resources in 2012. Through the help of many local and international organisations, a wonderful parent body, committed teachers and a resilient and enthusiastic student body, ISN continues to offer quality education in a multicultural environment. It is an experience that our students value for the rest of their lives.

Erik Hoekstra Principal

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SCHOOL PURPOSE The International School Nadi provides a quality, internationally recognised education in a safe and caring environment.

SCHOOL MOTTO "Learn together, grow together"

VISION, MISSION AND VALUES

VISION To educate, nurture and empower students to be well-rounded enquiring individuals able to reach their full potential and contribute as global citizens. MISSION To deliver a world class international education through a dynamic learning environment that encourages and fosters the intellectual, social and physical development of our students. To cultivate an inclusive community which celebrates diversity and is dedicated to each individual's achievement of their highest-level of academic and personal success. To develop our students into resilient, empathetic and inquisitive individuals who think critically and creatively, with the courage and conviction to take positive action locally and globally. OUR VALUES

We believe in fostering an understanding of tolerance towards and an acceptance of all cultures. We believe in integrity and respect for the individual while protecting their rights We believe in a balance between all facets of education ? academic, cultural, sporting, and

social We believe in a safe, caring and co-operative environment that provides for optimal

teaching/learning experiences and promotes excellence. We believe in lifelong learning

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SCHOOL INFORMATION The current school roll is approximately 240 with around 100 students in Secondary school and 130 in Primary (Early Childhood, PYP1 to PYP6). Approximately 40% of the roll is made up of Fiji citizens and the rest come from 16 different nations around the world. By occupation our parents represent foreign and local business, banking, tourism and transport interests.

SCHOOL HISTORY The International School Nadi (ISN) owes its foundation to a small group of dedicated parents who wanted an international standard of education for their children. It has served the Nadi and Lautoka communities since 1992 as an independent international school. Managed by a School Committee, and governed by a Board of Trustees, there is stable and competent governance with opportunities for representatives of the school community to take part in decisionmaking. The school was officially opened on its present 4 hectare site on the Nadi Back Road in October 1996. Form 3 (Year 8) was added in 2002, and Form 4 (Year 10) in 2003. By 2004 we had a fully functioning Middle School with Forms 1 to 5 (Years 7 to 11). This growth continued into the Senior High School over the subsequent years. The school was authorised as an International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) school in December 2004. In September 2005 the school was authorised to offer the Diploma Programme in the Senior High School. Our on-site Early Childhood centre now ensures a smooth and seamless transition for Pre-school children into the main school.

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THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

Founded in 1968, the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IB) is a recognised leader in the field of international education, encouraging students to be active learners, well rounded individuals and engaged world citizens. The IB currently works with 3,294 schools in 141 countries to develop and offer three challenging programmes to over 972,000 students aged 3-19 years. The International School Nadi (ISN) is one of the few schools worldwide that exclusively offers IB programmes throughout the school:

The Primary Years Programme for pupils aged 3 to 12 focuses on the development of the whole child in the classroom and in the world outside.

The Middle Years Programme for pupils aged 11 to 16 provides a framework of academic challenge and life skills, achieved through embracing and transcending traditional school subjects.

The Diploma Programme for students aged 16 to 19 is a demanding two-year curriculum leading to final examinations and a qualification that is welcomed by leading universities around the world.

We strongly support the IBO Mission statement: The International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the IBO works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

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