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Welcome to ISI

The International School of Indiana (ISI) is a vibrant, inclusive learning community that offers students from 3 years old through Grade 12 an experience they won’t find anywhere else: a dynamic framework for understanding other cultures and perspectives.
We are proud to be the only Indiana school offering the globally recognized, full-continuum International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum to all students, and the only Indiana school offering immersion and dual language programs in French, Mandarin, Spanish, and English.

 

Becoming a Gryphon

When joining a diverse, creative, and challenging school designed with student-centered, experiential learning, students are empowered to find their true passions and cultivate their talents at any age.

ISI teachers are not just educators but dedicated mentors who champion each student's greatest potential. Whether in the classroom or through athletics, arts, or service activities, student voices and actions contribute to a vibrant, diverse community.

But don't just take our word for it! We invite you to begin your International School of Indiana journey today and see what makes our school community so unique.

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We have three children in the Lower School and have been a part of the ISI community for four years. As parents from a traditional education background, we are constantly in awe of our children's education at ISI. We see our children developing strong academic, social, and emotional characteristics and learning things we learned when we were twice their age. Their acquisition of a second language excites us, but even more so is the cultivation of a love of learning in each of our children. The faculty, staff, and families know and care for our kids, and we are most grateful for the school's nurturing learning environment.

- ISI Lower School Parent

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My children have attended ISI for 8 years, and I cannot say enough wonderful things about this school. ISI does a great job of balancing academic rigor and student's agency over their learning. Teachers go above and beyond to provide a nurturing and safe environment. My children are multilingual and well rounded students. The parent community is very active & diverse with plenty of opportunities for engagement. Highly recommended!

- ISI Upper School Parent

Explore ISI Parent Testimonial 1

As a mother of Lower School and Middle School students at ISI, I am so proud that my children attend such a unique, distinct, and high-quality school! Not only are my children taught by exceptional, caring, creative, and capable teachers who provide them with the full IB program in all grade levels, but they are also learning all of their content in multiple languages. The community is warm, friendly, and diverse. I love knowing that my children are being equipped with the academic, social, emotional, cultural, and community skills to truly make an impact on those around them as they grow. I wouldn't want my kids to be anywhere else.

- ISI Parent

Inquirers

We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.

Knowledgeable

We develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines. We engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance. 

Thinkers

We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyze and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.

Communicators

We express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.

Open-Minded

We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.

Principled

We act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences.

Caring

We show empathy, compassion, and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us.

Balanced

We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives—intellectual, physical, and emotional—to achieve well-being for ourselves and others. We recognize our interdependence with other people and with the world in which we live.

Risk-takers

We approach uncertainty with forethought and determination; we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change.

Reflective

We thoughtfully consider the world and our own ideas and experiences. We work to understand our strengths and weaknesses in order to support our learning and personal development.

Meet Our Students

Every ISI student arrives on our campus with a story of their own. Our students, age 3 through Grade 12, have unique backgrounds, ambitions, and interests, but they also have much in common. All ISI students and community members are committed to the IB Learner Profile, which allows them to garner respect for themselves, others, and the world around them.  

If this sounds like you, you’re ready to be an International Gryphon. 

 

Our graduates go far

ISI delivers exceptional college counseling outcomes, guiding students toward successful admissions to prestigious universities worldwide. With a focus on personalized support and comprehensive preparation, the ISI college counseling program equips students with the tools and confidence needed to navigate the competitive college admissions landscape.

Student Outcomes

 

Programs

PRE-ELEMENTARY

3YO - Kindergarten

Language Immersion in all age groups

Primary Years Programme

Using our play-based and inquiry-based PYP curriculum, our teachers, all of whom are native speakers of the target language as well as English-proficient, work with and empower our young students to question, problem solve, take action, and reflect.

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elementary

Grades 1 - 5

Language Immersion through Grade 3

Dual Language Grade 4-5

Primary Years Programme

This is a time when students begin taking an even more significant role in directing their own hands-on learning and finding answers to their questions. We believe in encouraging our students to be curious, critical thinkers, inquirers and reflect on what they have learned.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL

Grades 6 - 8

Dual Language

Middle Years Programme

The ISI Middle School represents the transitional years between elementary and high school. Grades 6 to 8 see students taking on new academic challenges, additional extracurricular options, and opportunities to grow as responsible, independent thinkers.

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HIGH SCHOOL

Grades 9 - 12

Dual Language

Middle Years Programme Grades 9-10

Diploma Programme Grades 11-12

The ISI High School, Grades 9 to 12, prepares students for their college experience and the world beyond. With a holistic approach, students participate in Creativity, Activity and Service to strengthen personal and interpersonal learning. 

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IB CURRICULUM

The International Baccalaureate (IB) programs aim to do more than other curricula. IB programs develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who are motivated to succeed. The IB gives students distinct advantages by building their critical thinking skills, nurturing their curiosity and their ability to solve complex problems.

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Language learning

Our emphasis on bilingual education and language immersion is a big part of why ISI offers the Midwest's most distinct academics. Research shows bilingual learning is both natural and beneficial and bilingual people tend to use their brains more efficiently than those who speak only one language. Bilingual learners ultimately become more independent, creative, and flexible in everything they take on.

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CONTACT US

Kim Bio

CONTACT KIM:
317-923-1951, ext. 102
kjacobson@isind.org

CONTACT JEN:
317-923-1951, ext. 369
jrose@isind.org

Ashley Gibson

CONTACT ASHLEY:
317-923-1951, ext. 334
agibson@isind.org