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The Philosophy of the International School of The Hague

 

The International School of The Hague aims to provide high quality primary and secondary education for students of all nationalities. The school encourages and supports its students in all areas of their work and development. The ISH is a caring and friendly environment in which young people can discover their full potential in a truly international context.

 

 

‘Learning is at the heart of the International School of The Hague’

 

 

Mission Statement

 

 

We seek:

- to develop our students full potential

- to be a community school based on honesty, fairness and respect

- to foster global awareness and an understanding of international interdependence

- to prepare students to be lifelong learners

- to promote a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle

- to make an active contribution to global, international and local communities

 

 

We believe that this is best achieved by:

- pursuing academic success

- developing physical and creative ability

- using international curricula

- working in partnership with our students and their families

- valuing the language and culture of The Netherlands as a rich learning resource

- fostering and encouraging international–mindedness

- responding sensitively to the full range of students educational needs  

- recognising the importance of Mother Tongue languages and supporting their development.

- encouraging students to take part in a range of activities outside the formal curriculum

- interacting with global, international and local communities through the exchange of resources and

  knowledge

 

Context Statement

The International School of The Hague is subsidised by the Dutch Ministry of Education and supported by the Municipality of The Hague, as well as by local business interests.

The International School of The Hague is a member of the Stichting het Rijnlands Lyceum, a prestigious group of schools in The Netherlands.

The International School of The Hague is accountable to the inspectors of the Dutch Ministry of Education.

The International School of The Hague is an IB World School