Accredited by
A wide range of extra-curricular activities are available – there is something for everyone!
ISA’s art department is dedicated to creative exploration and personal expression.
Students are exposed to an extensive range of art activities including painting, ceramics, printing, drawing, and sculpture. We also provide the opportunity for a variety of tailored activities to encourage students to delve deeper into developing art skills and techniques within an art studio environment.
For our younger students, we have an after school Art Club once a week where students try out activities such as sculpting through the use of Papier Mache and 3D card construction. Older students can also attend art classes after school with a particular focus on developing drawing and observational skills. A dedicated Ceramics Club is also available for those who want to learn more about creating unique artworks by using clay and glazing techniques.
Our IB art students are encouraged to attend the weekly after school Studio Workshops providing one to one tutoring sessions to help advance their practical skills for the IB Visual Arts course.
Fine arts play a vital role when it comes to enriching children’s learning. ISA firmly believe that through the arts we can inspire young people as well as develop key skills that prepare them for life beyond school.
At ISA, we strive to provide a range of opportunities for students and we are open to new ideas and productions.
Our music department offers a wide range of musical instruments available for private study from very qualified and experienced professional musicians. Our students have the opportunity to complete grade level exams through the ABRSM or Trinity.
We also have an after school jazz band which performs with the curricular jazz band.
ISA is a founding member of the International Schools Sports Association (ISSA) and affiliated with the Scottish Basketball Association, the Scottish Volleyball Association and the Scottish School’s Football Association, providing our students with a rich variety of sports and levels in which to participate.
The school regularly competes in regional tournaments and local competitions with competitive teams in the following sports:
The Duke of Edinburgh's (DofE) Award is a voluntary, non-competitive programme of activities.
DofE provides young people the opportunity to experience new activities and further develop existing skills. The awards are personalised, achievement focused, achievable by all with balanced education through a focus on the whole person, mind, body, and soul. There are three progressive levels which when successfully completed lead to a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award.
Participants create their own DofE programme by choosing a volunteering, physical and skills activity, going on an expedition and, for Gold, taking part in a residential activity.
At ISA, we encourage participation as the skills and personal attributes that are developed through DofE are recognised by employers, colleges and universities. Participation develops self-confidence, independent thought and action, respect and understanding of others, responsibility, an understanding of personal strengths and weaknesses, teamwork, and communication.