ICSA's Upper School
The Upper School at the International Community School of Abidjan consists of students in grades 6-12. Students in 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 our teachers guide inquiry that uses the natural curiosity, energy, and enthusiasm of the students as strengths to build mastery of key concepts, while providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment.
Grades 6-10
- We follow an American curriculum that is based on the academic standards by Project AERO (American Education Reaches Out).
- Our science courses follow the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
- The Common Ground Collaborative gives us the framework for our inquiry-based approach to learning.
- French, the official language of Côte d’Ivoire, is taught in all grade levels.
- English Language Learners (ELL) support is offered through grade 10.
“We believe in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.”
—ICSA Upper School Principal, Andy Pontius.
Grades 11 & 12
- Juniors and seniors participate in the two-year IB Diploma Programme.
- ICSA offers a full range of courses that lead to the attainment of the IB Diploma.
- Students can choose whether to graduate with the IB Diploma or an American high school diploma (Accredited by MSA).
- ICSA’s 11th & 12th grade program provides a solid educational foundation for post-secondary endeavors.
- Our goal is to provide an education that sparks curiosity and encourages critical thinking.