SSIS offers a safe learning environment for children and adults, where children feel free to question their learning, and are encouraged to challenge their surroundings. Students are involved in all areas of school life beyond the classroom. We understand and value the trust that you place in us when you choose SSIS for your child.
to SSIS
As parents, when looking for the right school for our children, we consider many factors; academic programs, accreditation, reputation, exam results, extra-curricular activities program; all of which are very important factors that are offered by most international and private schools around the globe, however it is that moment when a family contacts our school or steps through our doors for the very first time that they can truly see the environment of trust, see the smiles on the children’s faces, hear the sounds, watch the interactions and feel the happiness and welcome that sets SSIS apart from everyone else.
Through these pages you will see that SSIS has excellent academic programs and exam results, accreditation, state-of-the-art facilities, and an outstanding overall program. We stand tall with an experienced group of educators working, leading, listening and providing a rigorous, safe and caring environment. We understand and appreciate the trust that you have put in us when you choose to be a member of our community. We are true to our vision where our students are “self-motivated, lifelong learners, who value other cultures and are responsible, meaningful participants in the international community.” We are true to our culture of principles, personal rigour and open-mindedness. We are, above all, an inclusive school where we believe that everyone can learn, all children are included, appropriately challenged and successful.
It is my pleasure to welcome you to SSIS.
Samer N. Khouri
Head of School
Our Community
As we kick off the 2024-2025 school year, let's give a big shoutout to all our new teachers joining our learning community.
SSIS has been on a transformative journey, reshaping the school to better cater to the needs of its students and staff. This summer holiday, our dedicated facilities team embarked on a series of ambitious projects, successfully completing construction on 18 major endeavors.
SSIS is excited to welcome three new members to the school's leadership team. The new members include Mr. Scott Legan as the Secondary School Principal, Ms. Jenna Pappas as the Elementary Assistant Principal and Mr. Edward Anaya as the Early Years Assistant Principal.
During the Chinese New Year celebrations in 2024, the first SSIS Kungfu team made an amazing debut that left the audience in awe. What's even more incredible is that this team was formed on short notice and had only 20 minutes of training time each week. Yet, they showcased breathtaking techniques and fluid movements that amazed everyone. The success of the performance sparked a desire among students to learn Kungfu at SSIS.
So, you've heard about Suzhou Singapore International School for the first time, and naturally, a few curious questions pop up. Suzhou? Singapore? Why does our name have Singapore in it? Is it a school located in Singapore?
Elizabeth Beatty, Director of Teaching & Learning at Suzhou Singapore International School, was invited to give a speech at the 2024 Women's Leadership Conference on April 15, 2024, hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce.
Testimonials
SSIS is Suzhou’s oldest and largest international school. We are a fully authorized IB World School offering a continuous IB curriculum. Our challenging core curriculum is focused on an international mindset to cultivate global citizens and life-long learners. Every day our 1100+ students (from 50 different nationalities) are challenged to actively participate in their education.
At a glance
Founded in
1996
IB world school
English
Chinese, Korean, German, Japanese, French and Spanish
More
It gives me great pleasure to share with you what makes us such a special and wonderful environment for students, parents, faculty, staff and all members of our community.
From the very beginning it has been our mission to provide an excellent international education to the children of expatriate families.
25 years ago, SSIS was established to support the growth of Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP) and support foreign investment and collaboration with China.
Our students, teachers, staff, alumni and all of our families are part of our community.
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