Exploring the value of an IB education
28/03/2024
We hear from ISA alumni on their experiences of the IB and how it helped prepare them for university.
Young international musicians arrive at ISA to perform with Alford Academy Pipe Band
12/03/2024
We are hosting the Association for Music in International Schools (AMIS) Middle & High School Honor Bands Festival 2024.
Get to know the Parent Teacher Organisation
29/02/2024
Our latest blog article focuses on the hidden driving force of our vibrant community - the Parent Teacher Organisation.
Computational Minds - ISA Students Excel in Coding and Computing Challenges
31/01/2024
In our first blog for 2024, we are shining a spotlight on ISA's coding students and their teacher, Shashi Krishna.
Youth Without Limits
11/12/2023
We catch up with our students pushing themselves to the max to gain their Duke of Edinburgh Awards
Exploring new technologies for learning and the role of Artificial Intelligence in the classroom
30/11/2023
A week after the event we took some time to reflect on the fantastic Google for Education Summit hosted at our school.
Hosting Google Education Summit to explore AI in schools
22/11/2023
ISA is set to welcome a cohort of the UK’s leading educational minds this Friday when we host a summit to explore the role of AI in education.
Navigating Paths Beyond School
17/11/2023
Aligning with Scottish Careers Week, this month's blog focuses on the career opportunities available to our high school students.
Sharing the voice of parents and students
30/10/2023
In this blog, we embark on a journey to explore the vibrant and close-knit community that is the foundation of ISA by delving deep into the heartfelt testimonials from parents, students, and former teachers.
Nurturing Attention Span in Today's Tech-Driven Education
19/10/2023
Fostering concentration and learning amidst digital distractions is a challenging task. In our blog this month, we've covered a range of techniques that benefit academic performance and lay the groundwork for lifelong learning and cognitive growth.
The Journey to University
10/10/2023
As students prepare to take their steps towards leaving school, ISA remains committed to providing a guiding light on their career path and ensuring that each student is well-equipped, confident, and ready to embrace exciting opportunities.
Meet the Teachers
04/10/2023
Learn more from Morio Kajiwara and Stuart MacAlpine as they share their experience as teachers at ISA.
Kindness Week
19/09/2023
During the first week of September, our Elementary and Preschool students enthusiastically celebrated Kindness Week.
Grade 12 - Field Studies Centre Millport
14/09/2023
Early September 2023, a group of 23 Grade 12 students studying the IB Diploma (IBDP) in Biology and Environmental Systems and Societies courses took part in an ecological fieldwork residential trip.
Energy Voice Fifty Years of Firsts Event
29/08/2023
Leading up to Offshore Europe, we are proud to host Energy Voice ‘Fifty Years of Firsts’ Event.
ISA students on top of the world after receiving ‘excellent’ exam results
22/08/2023
Our students are celebrating full marks in this year’s exams placing them among the top performing in world rankings.
Tech Skills for the Energy Transition
20/07/2023
We hear from our IT Director, Gayle Veitch, on how we are preparing our young people for rapidly evolving workplaces and the importance of using the right skills and tools to achieve a sustainable, low-carbon future for generations to come.
Creativity, Activity, and Service!
04/07/2023
Through a variety of activities and projects, CAS enables our students to develop their passions, skills, and interests outside of the classroom.
Homecoming for ISA’s new Middle and High School Principal Stuart McAlpine
27/06/2023
With more than two decades’ experience in the education sector, Stuart will take up the new role as Principal for Grades 6-12 in August this year.
ISA students scoop top places in anti-racism awareness and global tech projects
22/06/2023
We are celebrating after three of our students have been recognised as top of their field in media and tech competitions this month to raise awareness on two key world issues.
A place in sport for every child
21/06/2023
National School Sport Week UK commenced this week (June 20-26th), with this year’s theme of Belonging, A Place in Sport for every Child aligning perfectly with our own ethos at ISA, ‘Every child, every opportunity’.
ISA hailed as ‘sector leading’ by inspectors
16/06/2023
We have been praised by inspectors who have published an “exceptionally positive’ report following a recent inspection by Education Scotland.
Our students meet with Aberdeen MP
09/06/2023
Stephen Flynn visited our school as part of the Governance and Democracy study where our Grade 4 students had the chance to learn more about the political landscape.
ISA’s culture of care and compassion helps shape future success
22/05/2023
At ISA, children are given the opportunity to embrace a different kind of learning driven by a school-wide culture that focuses on children for who they are as individuals.
Inspiring STEM Futures
16/05/2023
STEM education focuses on practical learning, to develop the necessary skills in students so they’re prepared for the rapidly developing real world.
International Week - A Celebration of Diverse Cultures
03/05/2023
Our international festival is a much-anticipated week where we celebrate diverse cultures around the world and the many which make up our school community.
Coming soon to the ISA menu? Eco-minded students create tasty ‘Planet-Friendly Burger’
31/03/2023
Climate Week North-East was in full swing, our eco-minded students delved deep in to some of the green-centric initiatives around.
ISA School's Out Summer Camp 2023
22/03/2023
We are super excited to announce our School’s Out Summer Camp is back for Summer 2023!
Just Be You
14/03/2023
Our Head of School, Nick Little, shares how ISA prepares students for the complexities of life in a global society.
Book Week 2023
06/03/2023
Last week, ISA celebrated Book Week, an annual event that is a favourite amongst the students and staff.
ISA takes on Spain!
08/02/2023
We are delighted to have had the opportunity to take our high school Spanish class away for a school trip abroad, long awaited after the pandemic.
Is There a ‘Magic Age’ to Send Your Child to an Independent School?
19/01/2023
At ISA, we focus on children for who they are as individuals. Our latest feature explores how enrolling your child at an independent school during key times of change in their young lives will set them up for future success.
Festivities From Around The Globe
19/12/2022
We take a look into how different cultures around the world celebrate the winter holiday season, finding out more about Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanzaa and Ōmisoka.
ISA Timeline - Making Memories
06/12/2022
ISA have created a timeline to celebrate our 50th anniversary, but we need your help! We are reaching out to our extended community to find out special ISA moments throughout the years.
Branching out for the festive season
25/11/2022
We have collaborated with The Christmas Decorators to create a unique festive tree for ISA, so everyone can celebrate the winter season together.
Parent Teacher Conferences – The Importance of the Education Triangle
09/11/2022
Ahead of this week’s PTC’s, Morio Kajiwara our Preschool & Elementary School Principal, gives us a little insight on the Education Triangle.
Meet Heather Barker- Our HS Counsellor
03/11/2022
Heather Barker, our High School Counsellor, answers a few of our questions about her career in counselling and her experience of working in ISA.
The Africulture Festival Debut Performance
02/11/2022
ISA hosted the debut launch of The Africulture Festival on Friday the 28th of October.
Exciting appointments for our new Elementary School Principal, Morio Kajiwara & Assistant Principal Paul Bertolotto
14/06/2022
2021/22 Student Council Round Up
31/03/2022
In our latest blog we say goodbye to our session 2021/22 student council and recount some of their achievements over the year.
ISA Supports ‘NexGen Energy’ event hosted by Energy Voice for the second year running
15/02/2022
Blog: Controlling emotions with the ‘Zones of Regulation’
02/02/2022
Our Grade 1 students are currently exploring ‘The Zones of Regulation’, which is designed to help children develop skills in the area of self-regulation and emotions.
Blog: Morrisby Psychometric Testing
20/01/2022
Finding future career paths with Morrisby Psychometric Testing.
ISA connects playful pathways for student-centred learning
06/01/2022
Exploring the connection between work and play and how work sheets are not the answer to real knowledge.
The Value of Peer-to-Peer Training
25/11/2021
At ISA, we take a proactive approach to staff development and encourage ‘peer-to-peer’ training.
Blog: ISA’s Seamless Transition Process Helps Families Feel Right at Home
17/11/2021
In our latest blog article, Krista Lamming, ISA’s Head of Admissions, discusses the school’s support system for new students.
Blog: Why Shouldn’t We Consider Modern Languages as a Subject Matter?
15/11/2021
In our latest blog, ISA’s Head of Languages Isabelle Wolfe discusses her opinion on modern languages being taught as a subject matter.
Counsellor’s Corner: RAFTS, a helpful way to look at transitions
02/11/2021
Welcome to Counsellor's Corner!
Blog: A Student Partnership
26/10/2021
In our latest blog, ISA’s Elementary Principal Don Newbury discusses the Student Partnership and the importance of student’s relationships with each other.
Blog: Our students are far more than just good test scores
11/10/2021
In our latest blog, ISA’s Assistant Principal Sarah Cusworth talks about Standardised Testing and why it’s important to look at the bigger picture.
Blog: Why we are on a mission to create learners for life
13/09/2021
We challenge students to reach their maximum potential becoming socially responsible life-long learners.
