Curriculum

Naseem International School is currently making preparations for the implementation of the IB Middle Years Program (MYP). Faculty members are involved in the necessary professional development and the program will be introduced as a pilot in September 2004 to Grades 7 and 8.

The MYP was developed to promote international understanding, responsible citizenship, student-centered inquiry and better communication skills. The program provides learning in a broad base of disciplines to ensure that students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for the future. The program encourages the use of a variety of teaching and learning methodologies to produce a climate where students discover how they learn best in different contexts.

The middle school curriculum offers a broad and balanced education, preparing students for the rigors of the High School program. All students study the following subjects in mixed ability classes: Arabic, English, Math, Science, Arabic Social Studies, Islamic, Religion. Music, Information Technology, Global Studies, Art and Physical Education. As part of the school’s commitment to continuous self-evaluation in order to serve the needs and interests of the NIS community, the school will pilot the IBO’s Middle Years Program (MYP) from September 2004 in the belief that with its emphasis on student-centered and independent learning, it will foster and develop those skills required for the High School program, further education and life-long learning.