Academic Overview

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The Primary School at the British International School of Kurdistan seeks to inspire, foster and cultivate students from diverse backgrounds, who will make a positive difference in the world. We strive to nurture a strong relationship between home and school, recognising the value in consistent and regular communication in the development of a trusting partnership.

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The Primary School community is characterised by care, compassion, and commitment to the educational, social, and emotional well-being of every child. Our educators work hard to ensure that the Primary School is a safe, positive, and enriching learning environment for all children. On a daily basis, students are given opportunities to learn, grow, and develop skills and strategies to be successful global citizens of the 21st century.

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The Primary School curriculum is aligned with Common Core State Standards and follows a standards-based grading scale. The program includes core subjects taught in a homeroom class environment along with specialists (art, music, and physical education) Kurdish and Arabic. Students are given ample chances to participate in a range of engaging, age-appropriate educational opportunities in the classroom, along with numerous school-wide events and a variety of after-school activities.

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At BISK we believe:

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• That education is a lifelong process

• That every child is a unique individual with the potential for growth

• That all people have equal intrinsic worth and should be treated with respect

• That it is essential to recruit, develop and retain outstanding personnel

• That it is our responsibility to model and address ethical and moral values

• That there is importance in developing personal and social responsibility alongside service to others

• That students thrive when they experience success every day

• That each school's curriculum must include learning experiences that develop the whole child

• That all students should be active and responsible participants in their own learning

• That high standards of excellence are necessary to challenge students

• That honest on-going and effective communication among all members of the school community promotes trust, partnership, and teamwork

• That the local and international qualities within our schools have value and should be respected.

• That the skills to utilize technology are essential to prepare students for the future.

• That standards and regulations need to be applied consistently

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Spaces to Thrive

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Our Elementary School classrooms are bright, vibrant spaces where children learn in a positive and stimulating environment.

Your child will learn and grow in their home classroom and spaces dedicated to the arts and technology. Our home classrooms feature differentiated sections for learning, a wealth of books and resources to explore, and room to interact and have fun with their peers, all designed with your child’s safety and development in mind. 

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Student Support

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We aim to create a supportive and positive environment for all learners. That is why we take a holistic approach to student support, which includes educational assistance, daily encouragement, and aid for healthy social and emotional development.

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Student Support Team

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We respect and appreciate that every child is unique and learns in their own way. Our Student Support Team (SST) is a group of professionals with a range of expertise with Primary students who need additional learning support. This team responds to provide one-on-one support and additional resources as needed.

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