The importance of teaching sustainability in schools
Originally posted on Yalla Dubai By nurturing a sense of environmental responsibility, SISD students are becoming empowered to be conscious global citizens In an ever-changing world, where environmental challenges are persistent across the media and in our day-to-day lives, it is vital that we equip future generations with the knowledge and skills to navigate the […]
Auditory Learning – A Detailed Guide
As explained briefly in our blog ‘The 3 Types of Learning’ different learning styles require tailoring our approaches to teaching to match the different requirements of different children. Read on to discover what makes auditory learners unique, and how best to support their learning. In a classroom filled with colourful charts and diagrams, a student […]
What to expect on one of our school tours
When touring our school, you can expect a captivating journey through a world of academic distinction and top-tier facilities. From cutting-edge classrooms to outstanding boarding amenities, every aspect of our campus embodies a commitment to excellence and a dedication to fostering full student development. During our tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the […]
‘Very Good’: our latest DSIB Inspection results
Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau, (DSIB), part of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority, conducts annual inspections of private schools in Dubai. Inspections are designed to evaluate the quality of education provided by schools, covering aspects such as quality of teaching, students’ achievements in key subjects, the social and emotional development of students, school management and […]
The importance of teaching Critical Thinking
In a world of rapid change and endless information, the ability to think critically has never been more crucial. As educators, parents, and society as a whole, it is our responsibility to ensure that our children not only absorb knowledge but also learn how to question, analyse, and evaluate it. Critical thinking is not just […]
3 Types of Learning
As a school who puts its children first and puts their needs at the forefront of everything we do, we make it paramount to understand that different children learn and process information in different ways. There are multiple ways in which a child can learn and these can also change and evolve through different stages […]
Growing Together: Cultivating Parent-Child Bonds
Connecting with our children…. Why is this so important and where do we start? One of the biggest questions I constantly get asked from parents is around how they can communicate more effectively with their children. A parent will tell me ‘I just don’t know how to communicate with my child. Their focus is solely […]
SWISS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL DUBAI AND KIBSONS DELIVER IFTAR TO WORKERS
Fruitful Community school initiative organises student handout of 2500 iftar meals and 10,000 fruits [April 04, 2023] As part of Swiss International School Dubai’s (SISD’s) Fruitful Community Initiative, this Ramadan, SISD students and parents served 2,500 warm Iftar meals and 10,000 fruits to the community of construction workers, gardeners and delivery drivers at their labour […]
SISD LAUNCHES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME FOR GIFTED GRADE 11 STUDENTS
[Dubai, April 04, 2024] Swiss International School Dubai, (SISD), a leading bilingual IB curriculum school and one of the only boarding schools in the UAE, is now offering scholarships for deserving Grade 11 pupils. The scheme offers up to 50% day school fees, in alignment with the school’s inclusivity and togetherness values, and to assist […]
When SISD Made History: Home to the Inaugural Yale Model United Nations – Dubai
This year, SISD didn’t just participate in history, we made it! Providing a home to the inaugural Yale Model United Nations – Dubai in January was an incredible feat, a testament to the hard work and dedication of our school community. But Model United Nations is more than just a prestigious event. It’s a beacon […]
