What You’ll See In Your Child

Active planning for their short-term and long-term future. A better understanding of their personal and educational goals, and the drive to achieve them. An understanding of the broadness of their horizons, in education and beyond, and an ambition to achieve their goals.

The AISK Dynamic Learning Paradigm (ADLP) is the model we incorporate into all of our curricula. It is an approach to learning that we have tailored our school to embody.

It is made up of five distinct values: 

Holistic Environment

To make positive choices for the rest of your life, you need an environment that is
supportive, inspiring, constructive and enjoyable

 - Anonymous

Physical Environment

Nestled at the base of the majestic Blue Mountains, AISK is located on a pristine and green 9-acre campus. Complementing the athletic prowess that Jamaica is known for, our campus is complete with soccer field, basketball and tennis courts. The 24-hour safety systems provides the highest level of security for school day and weekend use of all the facilities.

The facility is a catalyst for AISK's Dynamic Learning Paradigm (ADLP) and our seemingly traditional classrooms are reinvented, indoors and outdoors, to teach tomorrow's reality. Upon arrival, the entire community is provided with instant, secure and reliable high-speed digital access that reflects the world in which we work and play. Small class sizes allow for ever-changing class groupings which guarantee unique lesson experiences reflecting our dynamic curriculum. Student collaboration and individualized learning come alive in these varied classroom settings.

Social-Emotional Environment

The socio-emotional environment mirrors our physical space as it promotes creativity, independence and self-awareness in our community. Students are encouraged to vocalize original ideas, develop their leadership skills and be enterprising, all within an open and relaxed atmosphere. The ADLP experience embodies the Jamaican motto, 'Out of Many, One People' as our many cultures blend harmoniously creating an environment of understanding, appreciation and acceptance. At AISK our community truly believes and exhibits that anything is possible!

What You’ll See In Your Child

A growing sense of curiosity, and a willingness to take their learning more in-depth. Critical thinking skills that go past “I was told to, so I should.”  An ability to communicate their thoughts clearly, and to hold stimulating conversations for longer periods of time

What You’ll See In Your Child

An active desire to go to school in the morning Homework that is challenging, but doable, and most of all… completed with fewer arguments. A willingness to talk about their day, beyond the usual “it was fine.”

What You’ll See In Your Child

A willingness to try new things, even if they aren’t sure they’ll like them. A growing involvement in the community around them, both locally and globally The ability to draw parallels between what they’re learning and what they love.

IB Core Requirements

Regardless of your student’s chosen path to University, all AISK graduates engage in creative, artistic, and social projects that give a better understanding of one’s self and place in the world. To learn more about the IB Core Program Click Here

Strategies of Success

In addition to helping our 7-10th graders navigate this transitional age’s changing relationships, the SoS program teaches study habits, time management, prioritization, mindfulness, mental and physical health, and proper nutrition. For a more in-depth look at this course, click here

Curricular SEL 

Everything in the world comes down to relationships. So we teach our students how to build strong relationships with respect for themself, their peers, their teachers, their families, and more. Students explore topics such as emotional awareness, empathy, and acceptance. Techniques covered include meditation, mindfulness, and self-acceptance. To learn more about how we support emotional growth in our youngest Hurricanes, click here.

What You’ll See In Your Child

The ability to advocate for their own needs, in regard to emotions, academics, healthy choices, and interpersonal relationships. An ability to “hold their own” in discussions with peers, as well as being “well-spoken” with adults. A growing cohort of friends with healthy boundaries and frank, open discussion.

What You’ll See In Your Child

Creative problem solving around the house A comfort level with technology that will have you asking them for help A flexibility of thought that helps them find multiple solutions for a single problem, and select the best one for the situation.

What You’ll See In Your Child

Active planning for their short-term and long-term future. A better understanding of their personal and educational goals, and the drive to achieve them. An understanding of the broadness of their horizons, in education and beyond, and an ambition to achieve their goals.