Why is the IB the gold standard of education?
The International Baccalaureate is increasingly recognised around the world as the gold standard of education. Here’s why.
How your child could benefit from weekly boarding
Weekly boarding is an increasingly popular boarding option that parents choose. Find out what benefits weekly boarding can offer students.
8 Key Benefits of Learning Languages
Read about why bilingualism is one of our four core values as we understand why learning another language will play an important role in a child’s development.
My Higher Education application experience
Hey everyone! I’m Kourosh, valedictorian of SISD class of 2022. I studied Math AI, Physics, and Arts HL; my SLs were Business, French B, and English. This August, I’ll begin a new journey, studying Computer Science and Aerospace Engineering at Georgia Tech, Atlanta, US. Whether you’re the class of 2023 or 24 or someone […]
How to teach children about sustainability
At SISD, we believe you can’t be too young to learn about ways to save the planet. Find out how to teach your children about sustainability.
Why staff wellbeing is as important as students’
Workplaces that operate under high stress levels can affect employees’ mental health. Here is why implementing a staff wellbeing policy is essential.
The independent skills needed before university
Secondary students are faced with many important decisions before they graduate. Find what independent skills can help them before university.
Why University Admissions officers favour IB students
We’ve previously mentioned how many universities prefer students who have graduated from International Baccalaureate programmes. They’re accepted at a 22% higher rate and achieve higher GPAs in general, and the academic rigour of the IB casts them in a favourable light, and some universities even provide course credits for IB subjects. This kind of preference is quite […]
Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai – Scholarship Programme
“Inspiring Excellence.” It’s more than just a hashtag, or a couple of buzzwords paired together just so we can describe our mission. Challenging our students to be the best they can be is woven into the very fabric of our principles. Part of inspiring excellence is recognizing it wherever it appears in a student, […]
