Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
20 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, ISD provides support for non-native speakers through English as an Additional Language (EAL). |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish |
| Max. number of students per class |
The maximum class size for Kindergarten is 18 students while the maximum class size for Grades 1-6 is 20 students. |
| Average number of students per class |
12 |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
ISD provides a number of technological devices for student learning such as smartboards, laptops and iPads. ISD encourages responsible and balanced use of technology to aid students learning processes. ICT skills are becoming increasingly relevant and ISD encourages students to learn how to apply these skills, whilst ensuring they do not become over-dependent on technology. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Homework is viewed as a method to enable students to further explore concepts learnt at school, make connections between home and school and gradually learn how to organise themselves in preparation for secondary school.
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| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:45 |
| School finish time |
14:45 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
An optional before school supervision is provided for students daily, 8:00-8:30am.
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| School bus service available |
Based on demand, ISD provides school transport services for students via private taxis. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Nature exploration, hip hop, Capoeira, storytelling and drama, Lego, creative crafting, music, yoga and mindfulness, digi camp, the puzzlers club, Irish dance, illustration workshop, science experiments, stretch and grow, coding, multisport. |
| Sports activities included |
Students engage in P.E. 3 times weekly through a variety of sports and activities. All engagements are aimed to develop and reinforce age appropriate technique, skills and sportsmanship. Students also avail of a swimming term throughout the school year, typically 9 private lessons. During this term, students have P.E. 4 times weekly. Examples of sports or activities may include: swimming, gymnastics, tennis, invasion/territory or striking/fielding games. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
International School of Dublin is the only school in Ireland to offer the International Baccalaureate programme to children aged 3-12. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
At ISD, one of the fundamental goals of education is to encourage a love of learning. Upon a visit, you will find a welcoming and lively environment which is characterised by collaborative and purposeful activity. Students benefit from an innovative form of engagement and a broad education that promotes learning how to think instead of what to think. |