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AGES 14–16

UPPER SECONDARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM

At BIS Washington, our Year 10 and 11 students follow the British high school IGCSE program, which culminates in externally marked and certificated examinations from the University of Cambridge. Nurturing a depth and breadth of knowledge, IGCSEs are the ideal springboard to international high school courses, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
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OUR UPPER SECONDARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM

The BIS Washington IGCSE school curriculum gives our students the opportunity to develop their academic knowledge and personal interests, while simultaneously equipping them with the qualifications and experiences needed to be successful in the future.


Featuring theory, investigation, and practical elements, our IGCSE programs are comprehensive and broad. This means they’re excellent preparation for the academic demands of our senior high school International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The combination of these two programs is the perfect springboard to competitive colleges and universities worldwide. IGCSE qualifications are, for example, part of a student’s international high school portfolio when applying for university entrance.


Our students also make significant personal progress through their involvement in community service activities and a commitment to social responsibility, international competence, and teamwork.

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COMPULSORARY IGCSE SUBJECTS

All of BIS Washington’s IGCSE students take the following subjects:
  • IGCSE English Language.
  • IGCSE English Literature.
  • IGCSE Mathematics.
  • IGCSE Science (Triple or Double Award in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics).
  • Health and Well-being.
  • Physical Education.
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IGCSE LANGUAGES

Your child will also choose one of the following languages:
  • IGCSE French.
  • IGCSE Spanish.
  • IGCSE English as an Additional Language.
  • IGCSE Other Language (privately arranged; the cost of tutoring is in addition to school fees).
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IGCSE HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

We offer electives in humanities and social sciences. Students choose two subjects from the following options:
  • IGCSE History.
  • IGCSE Enterprise.
  • IGCSE Geography.
  • IGCSE Global Perspectives.
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CREATIVE, DIGITAL, AND TECHNICAL ELECTIVES

Finally, your child will choose one creative or technical subject. These subjects are part of our bespoke BIS Washington international high school curriculum, and integrate skills beyond those offered by traditional IGCSE courses.
  • BISW Performing Arts.
  • BISW Art and Design.
  • BISW Integrated Technology, Engineering, and Manufacture (ITEM).
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  • Upper Secondary School

A TYPICAL DAY AT BIS WASHINGTON

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FORM GROUPS
We take time to get ready for the day and focus on well-being in our form groups for morning registration. This is a great time to discuss important information like our schedules or details of an upcoming activity or presentation.
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FORM GROUPS
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PURSUING GOALS WITH IGCSE

Students in Years 10 and 11 learn across ten subjects in the two-year IGCSE programme, which is customized to their personal goals and interests. Compulsory subjects include English, mathematics, languages, and sciences. Electives in history, geography, fine arts, performing arts, and more are available.

PURSUING GOALS WITH IGCSE
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STANDING OUT WITH THE IB

Students in Years 12 and 13 work through the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), a widely acclaimed programme accepted and recognized for entry into higher education and universities worldwide.

STANDING OUT WITH THE IB
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BUILDING LEADERSHIP SKILLS
BISW upper secondary students show leadership skills by serving the community. From helping charitable organizations in the DC area to assisting communities abroad on service trips, there is an abundance of opportunities to help those around us.
BUILDING LEADERSHIP SKILLS
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BEYOND EXTRACURRICULARS
Students showcase their leadership and teamwork skills through opportunities like Student Council and Model UN. We offer a range of sports teams in addition to academic and hobby clubs, and students also take field trips to important sites in the DC area. Furthermore, we provide residential trips, such as overnight camps and service trips.
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HOW WE TEACH

INSPIRING YOUR CHILD TO IGCSE SUCCESS

BIS Washington’s IGCSE school specialists will place your child at the center of their learning. In small class sizes, our teachers will deliver tailored lessons and experiences that spark their interests, develop their talents, and ensure they achieve outstanding results.
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OUR CAMPUS

A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT BUILT FOR LEARNING

Our campus is the perfect place for your child to learn and thrive. Our passionate international high school staff are committed to fostering a happy, inspiring, and student-centred environment with a genuine sense of community. BIS Washington is home to state-of-the-art facilities and balanced spaces, too, which bring our world-class IGCSE curriculum to life.

EXPLORE OUR FACILITIES

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH ACHIEVEMENT

At BIS Washington, our personalized approach to learning will ensure your child receives the perfect balance of support and challenge, inspiring them to achieve outstanding IGCSE success.

OUR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
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