Private Elementary School in Houston

THE BIS HOUSTON PRIMARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM

At the British International School (BIS) of Houston’s private Primary School, we deliver a comprehensive programme that helps each student to discover their place in the world – both as a learner and an individual. Our children follow a combination of the English National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum, and enjoy specialist classes in World Languages, PE, and the Performing Arts.

LEARNING AT BIS HOUSTON PRIMARY SCHOOL

One of the top private Primary Schools in Houston, Texas, we believe that learning should develop our students’ curiosity, encourage exploration through play, and build connections to the real world. We also believe that a great education should encourage meaningful interactions with peers and staff.

Our curriculum takes a holistic, enquiry-based approach to learning, which encourages creativity, independence, and agency. We ensure our students feel supported, challenged, and inspired, while providing ample opportunities to discover who they are and how they learn.

Students value the role they play in the learning process by reflecting on their progress and setting their own targets, guided by our Leader Learner Profile. We boost self-esteem by encouraging our children to embrace both success and failure. We value their effort, we nurture their engagement, and we provide a myriad of opportunities to succeed.

WHAT MAKES OUR PRIVATE PRIMARY SCHOOL UNIQUE?

BIS Houston meets the diverse needs of our students by adopting and adapting the world’s most respected international and British Primary School curricula.

The English National Curriculum: students work towards set objectives in Mathematics, English, and Science.
The International Primary Curriculum (IPC): the foundation subjects of Geography, History, Society Studies, International Studies, and Art and Design.
Specialist classes: World Languages, Physical Education, and Performing Arts, delivered through our Juilliard-enhanced curriculum in music and dance.

THE GOALS OF OUR PRIMARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM

The education we offer at our private Primary School in Houston has been carefully designed to nurture every aspect of our students’ growth. As such, it has several defined goals.

Our international and British Primary School curriculum:

Promotes child-led discovery and ownership of learning.
Develops curiosity by asking questions.
Uses technology to enhance learning.
Encourages students to become confident, independent learners.
Provides authentic learning opportunities and real-world experiences, which prepare children for the next phase of school.
Fosters an ethos of collaboration between students, staff, and parents, deepening understanding.
Encourages students to broaden their thinking and reflect on the next steps in their learning.
Nurtures the personal, social, and emotional development of children by exploring personal identity, relationships, and well-being.

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PRIMARY SCHOOL

A TYPICAL DAY AT BIS HOUSTON

Whether it's in maths class, while playing an instrument, or during a discussion about UNICEF's social impact, our Primary School students' days are full of stimulating challenges that nurture confidence and growth.

BECOMING ENGLISH ENTHUSIASTS

We'll build up our skills in phonics, spelling, and grammar while reading interesting stories from different parts of the world, helping us connect with a diverse range of literature. We'll share our thoughts and respond to ideas in the classroom through writing exercises.

SPEAKING, READING, LISTENING, AND WRITING

MATHS MASTERY

We're posed with different problem-solving tasks, where we reason through the practicalities of real-world scenarios and calculate solutions. Every day, we get closer to mastering each challenge, working at our own pace through each unit.

REASONING AND CALCULATING

SPECIALIST SUBJECTS

During specialist lessons, we take centre stage! We'll boost our performance in physical education, music, and performing arts. We'll also expand our language skills by learning French or Spanish or also continuing our native language through BIS Houston's heritage programme.

ENHANCING OUR SKILLS

DRIVING OUR ENQUIRY

We have many different opportunities to follow our curiosity and connect our learning to the world around us. While our teachers give us many exciting projects and challenges, during ‘Exit Points’, we showcase the variety and intensity of our learning to the entire community.

SHARING KNOWLEDGE

BECOMING GLOBAL LEADERS

We’re glad to have voice and choice at BIS Houston. We decide what to pursue in our Enrichment Programme, including leadership opportunities like serving as House Captains, Sports Leaders, Well-being Warriors, UNICEF Ambassadors, ECO-Club Members, or IT Gurus.

TAKING THE LEAD

A WORLD BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

After school, the learning continues! During co-curricular activities (CCAs), we explore the world that lies outside the classroom. We can participate in physical games and sports, creative arts and crafts, coding, or other activities that employ our critical thinking skills.

DEVELOPING OUR INTERESTS

powering your child's development

At BIS Houston, our Primary School teachers inspire and empower every student to fulfil their unique potential. In a vibrant, modern setting, our English National Curriculum and International Primary Curriculum experts will build an excellent relationship with your child, ensuring they’re supported, engaged, and confidently working towards their individual goals.

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