International schools are widening their appeal and helping to break down barriers between nations. At one time, international schools were largely the preserve of globetrotting expatriates, but now a growing number of local parents are choosing international schools for their children, looking for an education that is both high-quality and will help their children cross-national boundaries more easily.
International education not only smoothes the path to entry to universities around the world, but it also helps children to build connections that will stand them in good stead in an increasingly globalized economy. International schools have enjoyed phenomenal growth in recent years and with no sign, that trend is likely to slow.
Al-Hussan International Schools in Dammam are English medium day schools, catering to the educational needs of students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Below is a complete focus on the academic programs of the school:
The International Schools apply an international standard and style of education that offers a rigorous curriculum aimed towards academic success at A-Level, AS, IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Program. The school offers a well-rounded education and the courses are appropriate to students’ developmental stages.
Pre-K and KG1 Programs:
The course programs are based on the International standards of both Cambridge and Common Core for Math, Science, and English. The curriculum of all other subjects has been developed in the house.
KG2 to Grade 5 Programs: The curriculum resources include American publications in the primary grades for Math, Science, and English. The content and objectives of such course materials are in alignment with the subject curricula for the respective grades.
Grade 6 to Grade 8 Programs: Here the courses are from CSP (Cambridge Secondary 1 Program) issued by Cambridge International Examinations for Math, Science, and English. The curriculum of all other subjects have been developed in house and are horizontally and vertically aligned.
Grade 9 and Grade 10 Programs: The courses offer the courses from Cambridge Secondary 2 (IGCSE) syllabus in all major subjects. The curriculum of other minor subjects have been developed in house and are horizontally and vertically aligned.
Grade 11 and Grade 12 Programs: The courses are from the Cambridge International Examination Board in all major subjects. The minor subjects have been developed in house. American College Board Examinations including SAT1, SAT2, and TOEFL are also taken during these years. The students are also allowed to apply for the IB Diploma Program.
Upon completion of Grade 12 and meeting the school graduation requirements students obtain the Al Hussan High School Diploma.
The Al Hussan International School in Dammam conducts professional development programs to provide the teachers with practical training on teaching and learning strategies. Even two full-time skilled trainers have been hired to help us in equipping the students with 21st-century skills so that they may become leaders in a global society.