Indus International School-Hyderabad

The Indus International School, Hyderabad (IISH) (Top 10 in all-India ranking) is an International Baccalaureate (IB) school situated on a 27-acre campus at Mokila, Shankarpally, Hyderabad, established by the Indus Trust in 2008. The school is run by the Indus Trust, comprising members who represent the IT sector, real estate development and business investment. The School Motto is the Latin phrase "In Omnia Paratus" ("Prepared for all challenges").

The Principal of Indus International School, Hyderabad is Mr Carol Joseph.

Curriculum

The school follows the philosophy of holistic education but not at the cost of academic excellence.

Academic Curriculum

The school's curriculum is segregated into three main curriculum programmes:

• The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme for young learners between Kindergarten to Grade 5.
• The Middle School Programme for Grade 6 to Grade 8.
• The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) curriculum, conducted by Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), for Grades 9 and 10. The IGCSE Certificate, awarded on completion of the programme, is on par with any secondary school certificate.
• The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Grades 11 and 12.

Students can study languages, such as Hindi, French, Spanish and Korean. English is a compulsory subject and the medium of instruction.

Whole Education Curriculum

In addition to academic subjects, sports, dance, music and art are incorporated into the curriculum. The school offers basketball, football, cricket, tennis, volleyball, swimming, athletics, karate, and horse-riding, among other sports. For students wishing to further their musical talents, the music department offers lessons in guitar, violin, keyboard, flute, drums, and a variety of other music instruments. Students may be elected to join the School Orchestra.

Leadership Curriculum

All students also follow the proprietary Indus Leadership Curriculum, unique in the Indian education industry, alongside their regular curriculum.

Chemistry lab

Biotechnology, graphics, internet, ecology, entrepreneurship and bio-diversity are integrated into the curriculum. Community-based activities form part of school learning to build qualities of citizenship, compassion and empathy.

Admissions

Admission into Indus International School Hyderabad is based on an all-inclusive policy. Admissions are granted upon review of the past 2 years' academic records and on the mental organization, creativity and critical thinking skills of the student, which may be based on an evaluation by the school head.

Campus

The classrooms seat 25 students, with projection systems, computer facilities and lockers.

The Indus International School Hyderabad campus is located on a 27-acre plot in Hyderabad. The campus houses Indus International School Hyderabad, boarding facilities for weekly and full-time boarders and the sports grounds.

Classrooms seat 30 students, and blocks are equipped with play areas for pre-school, projection systems, computer facilities and lockers. While students work on their own laptops, the classrooms are equipped with smartboards which integrate technology with learning.

Boarding

Boarding facilities are available on a weekly and full-time basis. Boys and girls are housed in separate hostels, which are divided into sections based on grade. The boarding houses are overseen by a 'house parent', who is the central point of contact during after-school hours. The house parents are managed by the Head of Boarding.

Sports and Arts Facilities

The integrated sports complex comprises an indoor stadium and an outdoor track and field stadium. A swimming pool facility is also available, as well as a horse riding arena. The Cultural Block holds dance studios and art rooms, along with the music room which contains a variety of music instruments for students interested in acquiring musical proficiency. The open air amphitheatre has a seating capacity of over 500 and is used for outdoor performances such as plays, band concerts and graduation ceremonies.

Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)

Indus International School Hyderabad has a parental advisory committee which is made up of Indus Hyderabad parents. The PAC provides an opportunity to Indus parents to share their concerns, providing a communication channel between parents and the management.

Indus Junior Schools, Hyderabad

Indus' proprietary Indus Junior Schools (IJS) form a dedicated group of preschools which prepare children for entry into K-12 schools. Indus Junior School caters to children from Reception to Grade 2 (2 to 7 years of age). The curriculum is based on the IB philosophy, alongside a dedicated Leadership Curriculum, designed to develop and refine the leadership skills of young children. Both preschools in Hyderabad have been ranked some of the best preschools in Hyderabad city.

Indus Junior School, Jubilee Hills

The Jubilee Hills preschool (*previously known as Indus Early Learning Centre, Jubilee Hills) was opened in June 2011. Admissions are open year-round. The Jubilee Hills preschool has been ranked one of the best preschools in Hyderabad by EducationWorld/C-Fore^[6]

Indus Junior School, Gachibowli

The Gachibowli preschool was opened in June 2014. Admissions are open year-round. Within its first year, it was ranked among the top 10 preschools in Hyderabad by Education World/C-Fore.^[7]

See also

• Indus International School, Bangalore
• Indus International School, Pune

References

External links

List of Schools in India

• Indus Ranks in India
• Official website