Middle Years Programme

We ensure that an appropriate level of English support is given to all students depending on their prior learning experience, current understanding and their mother tongue language. We offer a range of support either through specific subject lessons or lunchtime or after school clubs to ensure students are successful in their studies. Learn more

The school’s philosophy is that homework should be purposeful and meaningful. It may be to:

• reinforce work that is already carried out in the class,
• prepare students for forthcoming class work,
• act as a bridge between work that has been done and work that is about to be tackled,
• practice or revise skills already developed,
• develop creativity in students where there has been no previous opportunity,
• occasionally finish off incomplete class work.

Homework will be communicated to students in a timely manner to ensure students can complete the work to an expected standard.

In Grade 10, all students must complete the Personal Project, which provides students the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned in the MYP. Each student develops a personal project independently, producing a truly personal and creative piece of work that stands as a summative review of their ability to conduct independent work.

Furthermore, students must meet Service as Action requirements as set by the IB and SSIS. Action and service, essential components of the MYP, set out clear learning outcomes that grow from students’ participation in local and global communities. IB learners strive to be caring members of the community who demonstrate a commitment to service - making a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.

Students who complete the MYP, and Personal Project to a satisfactory level will receive an SSIS MYP Certificate at the end of Grade 10 to recognize their successful completion of the programme.