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Bilingualism and Literacy in Two Languages
Sending your child to the International School of Arizona is like sending him/her to another country each day where they are immersed in another language and culture. ISA employs natively fluent teachers from around the world. Our students gain the advantages of obtaining early exposure to a second language in a formal setting where they can achieve native-like fluency and pronunciation. All students obtain literacy in English and a second language through a full immersion model. Despite the fact that the majority of the students' curriculum is taught in a foreign language, students excel on English Language tests such as the Stanford 10 and AIMS. Math and English are two areas that students consistently score the highest on standardized tests.

Preparing for a Global Future
By learning more than one language at a young age, students obtain many skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. Learning another language helps students learn about other cultures and become more sensitive and aware of differences. The ability to communicate with people in multiple languages broadens ones' confidence and aspirations to understand others. Understanding others is an important step in being able to successfully work with other people. Enhanced communication skills and the ability to collaborate well with others are valuable attributes that will contribute greatly to our students' success.

Academics
Students follow a mix of American and European curriculum which is formulated to provide every student with a strong educational foundation. With ties to the French and Spanish Ministries of Education, ISA is able to procure high quality materials and teaching staff to execute a strong full immersion program with rigorous academic standards. A well-rounded international curriculum offers students the opportunity to learn about the world and gain a global perspective. The immersion format allows students to learn a second language while they learn subject content simultaneously. Whether students transition into another international school environment or an all English school environment at the 6th grade, ISA students are prepared with the academic and communication skills and flexibility to be successful in any middle school program.

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