Our Curriculum Overview
Learning and Leading Collaboratively
We believe that the foundation of a healthy community of learners is based on relationships, a child-centered, inquiry-based curriculum, social-emotional support, and a strong focus on service.
By providing opportunities to lead in various situations, our goal is to raise international-minded members of society, who have a sense of responsibility towards others and the environment.
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Explore programs, learning support, counseling and service learning initiatives.
Lower School
Primary Years Program
The lower school focuses on the development of core skills, including critical, creative and reflective thinking, communication, research, social, physical and personal skills. Content is taught through authentic projects, following the Common Ground Collaborative standards.
Upper School
Upper School
In upper school, students grades 6-10 are acquiring important transitional skills in preparation for the final two years of the program, which is the IB. We follow the framework of the Common Ground Collaborative (CGC) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Counseling
Counseling
The Counseling Department at ICSA supports all students through a comprehensive and developmental approach that addresses the four domains outlined by the International Model for School Counseling: academic, personal/social, career and global perspective. The PK-12 counseling program provides support and caring at every level.
Learning Support
Inclusive & Learning Support
At ICSA, we believe in inclusive cognitive diversity and holistic development for all children. Our goal is to create learning environments that are accessible and adapted to cater for a variety of needs our students have, from Pre-K to grade 12. We offer general learning support in the classroom as well as acommodations. Additionally, we provide English Language Learner (ELL) services.
English Language Learning
ELL
At ICSA, we believe that every child can learn and succeed. We value different ways of thinking and learning. We support the full development of each student. Our goal is to create learning environments that are welcoming and easy to access for all students, from Pre-K to Grade 12. We adapt our teaching to meet different learning needs. We provide general learning support in the classroom and make appropriate accommodations when needed. We also offer English Language Learner (ELL) services to help students develop confidence and success in English.
Education Technology & Innovation
Education Technology & Innovation
At the International Community School of Abidjan (ICSA), technology is thoughtfully integrated to enhance teaching, deepen learning, and empower student agency. As a candidate for the International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, we believe technology should support inquiry, creativity, collaboration, and reflection, not drive learning for its own sake.
Community Engagement
Community Engagement
ICSA believes that Community Engagement plays an essential role in the education of children. Service Learning is a teaching and learning strategy that connects positive and meaningful action in the community with school work, personal growth, and social responsibility.
Library
Library & Resources
The ICSA library is an integral part of the learning program empowering students to adapt and thrive in a changing global environment by exploring, learning, creating, and collaborating. Our community has access to over 17,000 books and materials, as well as 24/7 access to research databases and an extensive eBook collection.
