LAIS believes that the core value of early childhood education lies in "child-centred and Child development "activities; thus, we have developed a thematic-based curriculum focused on language, fine and gross motor skills, problem-solving & reasoning, as well as creativity.
We incorporate international learning approaches to the best foundation for lifelong learning in children and advocate a "learning through play" experiential learning approach suitable for their age. LAIS follows ‘Jolly Phonics Programme’ to support English Language learning.
Our activities aim at the prime areas of development.
These objectives are achieved through the application of the following subject areas:
Our curriculum aims at the thematic approach of value-based learning. Learning at early years in and out of the classroom ensures a smooth transition to the kindergarten years' more structured and skill-driven learning expectations.
Cambridge programme from The Primary Curriculum (Grade 1 to Grade V) promotes an inquiry-based learning approach to developing thinking skills and encouraging intellectual engagement.
LAIS offers the following subjects:
ICT
LAIS provides a holistic approach to education. It educates the whole student, developing the capacity for inquiry, research, problem-solving, and essential skills for communication and collaboration. Students are taught to apply what they have learned in different contexts and across disciplines.
Cambridge Lower Secondary is a gateway to Upper Secondary. Students are introduced to all the areas of learning to understand and evaluate the best subject they need to opt for IGCSE program. Grade 8 students are offered career counselling and guest speakers are invited to give a glimpse of different career paths.
LAIS offers the following subjects:
7. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (IGCSE)
Leading universities and employers worldwide recognise a Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE).
It is the world’s most popular international qualification among pre-university students.
Reasons to choose the Cambridge Pathway
When students enter (IGCSE) Grade 9, they have already made decisions about which subjects they will study for their International General Certificate of Education (IGCSE) course. Students at LAIS are offered the seven areas of study below.
Subject specialists teach IGCSE subjects to help students succeed in their areas of study. At the end of Year 10, students sit their Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) exams and make their subject choices for their Advanced Subsidiary (AS) courses in Year 11.
An eight-point scale of grades is used
| Grade | Percentage |
|---|---|
| A* | 90 % |
| A | 80 % |
| B | 70 % |
| C | 60 % |
| D | 50 % |
| E | 40 % |
| F | 30 % |
| G | 20 % |
| U | Below 20% |
‘Advanced Level’ Qualifications successfully lead to university and then to further training or employment.
A Levels is a two-year course which includes Cambridge International Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS Level) and Cambridge International Advanced Level (A Level). Year 1 - AS Level is equivalent to grade 11 & Year 2 - A2 Level is equivalent to grade 12.
Students in Year 11 would study four AS Levels subjects. Accreditation at the A level is accepted worldwide and provides entrance qualifications to universities in over 200 countries.
LAIS offers the below subjects at A levels:
English
Mathematics
Biology, Physics, Chemistry
Accounting, Business Studies
Geography, History, Global Perspective
ICT
After the first term result evaluation, LAIS offers academic remedial classes for the selected students who need extra assistance in understanding the concepts. These classes are conducted before or after school hours not to disturb the regular school schedule for a student.
The school offers an ESL programme (English as a Second Language) to support students with little, some, or no previous English exposure, increasing access to and learning engagement. All teachers are language teachers, and with the additional support from the ESL programme, we aim to help the students cope with the demands of the mainstream curriculum and the school environment.
School Counsellors support students with emotional/social/behavioural concerns. Students may be referred for counselling by their parents or guardians, school faculty, friends, or themselves.
Counselling may include individual, small group or classroom sessions. During the sessions, the student(s) and the counsellor will work together to help understand the problem, the present and future consequences, develop goals for change and a plan of action for change.
All counselling sessions are confidential until or unless
LAIS provides support to students who have suspected or diagnosed learning needs, preventing them from realising their academic potential. Based on the students' needs through various planned instructional opportunities, support is offered through a collaboration between teachers and parents. Students with mild-to-moderate needs are eligible for services from the school's Learning Support Teachers. Students with severe disabilities are included only with extra specialised services from outside the school.
