Philosophy

Mission

Hiroshima International School will strive to engender in students a will to achieve academic excellence and personal integrity within an environment that fosters a love of learning, sensitivity to other cultures, and a lifelong commitment to world peace.

Vision

To ensure that our students are prepared for further education, fulfilling careers, and outstanding citizenship anywhere in the world.

 

Guiding Philosophy

 

1. To provide a world-class education through effective and innovative teaching based on the principles and objectives of the International Baccalaureate.
2. To provide our students with essential skills, knowledge and techniques and with opportunities to apply them.
3. To provide a safe, supportive and positive learning environment that meets the needs of each student.
4. To provide opportunities for students to work both independently and collaboratively with the goal of helping them to learn to solve problems, meet challenges and develop a respect for the aspirations and perspectives of others.
5. To provide a truly international education that enables children to play a full and active role as global citizens and leaders.
6. To take full advantage of the possibilities for enrichment afforded by the cultural and linguistic setting of Hiroshima, Japan.
7. To provide opportunities for students to foster a commitment to world peace based on a spirit of mutual understanding and cultural respect.
8. To provide an educational program where English is the main language of instruction which includes an extensive program of classes in English as a Foreign Language and English as a Second Language.
9. To recruit and retain faculty and staff of the highest quality and to encourage their continued professional development.
10. To foster a sense of community among the students, parents, faculty, administration and Board, based on open communication, mutual respect, cooperation and concern.