Academics — Issachar Vision International Schools

3 – 13 Months

Creche

A warm, secure first classroom built around play, songs and sensory discovery. Trained carers provide close, attentive supervision so every infant is safe, comfortable and gently stimulated.

Class sizeSmall, carer-to-child ratio kept low

FocusSensory play, routine, early bonding

HoursMonday – Friday, 7:30am – 5:00pm. No weekend classes.

SupportFull-time trained carers on site

14 Months – 3 Years

Reception 1 & 2

The bridge from creche into structured learning — first letters, first numbers, and the first taste of a classroom routine, delivered through guided play (Montessori).

Class size15 pupils per class

FocusPre-literacy, pre-numeracy, social skills

Teaching approachGuided play (Montessori), songs, story time

Transition supportGradual routine-building toward Nursery

Nursery pupils learning phonics and numbers at IVIS

3 – 5 Years

Nursery 1 & 2

Phonics, numbers and social skills delivered through guided, joyful learning — building the foundation every later "edge" is built on.

Class size15 pupils per class

Core subjectsPhonics, numeracy, creative play, handwriting readiness

Teaching approachPlay-based, hands-on discovery

OutcomesReading readiness, confident number sense

5 – 7 Years

Lower Grade (Primary)

Building strong literacy and numeracy foundations with individual attention — small-group and one-to-one sessions ensure every child is stretched or supported.

Class size15 pupils per class

Core subjectsLiteracy Skill, Mathematical Skill, Basic Science and Technology, CRS, NV, Reading Culture

Extra supportLearning intervention for pupils who need it

CultureWeekly silent reading, class libraries

7 – 10 Years

Upper Grade (Primary)

Project work and critical thinking that prepares pupils for Common Entrance — mini-research projects, structured debates and "Understanding the Times" sessions build independent thinkers.

Class size15 pupils per class

Core subjectsLiteracy Skill, Mathematical Skill, Basic Science and Technology, CRS, NV, Reading Culture

EnrichmentSTEM / JETS Club, current-affairs discussions

OutcomesCommon Entrance readiness

JSS 1 – 3

Junior Secondary

A broad, balanced curriculum that helps every student discover their strengths, preparing them for BECE and Junior NECO.

Class size20 students per class

Core subjectsEnglish, Mathematics, Basic Science and Technology, French, CRS

ExaminationsBECE, Junior NECO on-site

EnrichmentCoding and Robotics, Reading Culture

Senior secondary science students in the lab at IVIS

SSS 1 – 3

Senior Science

Chemistry, biology and physics taught for genuine mastery, not memorisation — preparing students with confidence for WAEC and NECO.

Class size20 students per class

Core subjectsPhysics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, English, Economics

ExaminationsWAEC, NECO on-site

OutcomesDirect university admission track

Senior secondary arts and commercial students at IVIS

SSS 1 – 3

Arts & Commercial

Government, the humanities and commercial subjects taught with real-world relevance. Economics is a core subject for all students across every department, while Geography is offered only as an elective to the few students who choose it.

Class size20 students per class

Core subjectsGovernment, Literature, Economics, Financial Accounting

ExaminationsWAEC, NECO on-site

OutcomesDirect university admission track

One school, every stage of childhood.

Creche

Reception 1 & 2

Nursery 1 & 2

Lower Grade (Primary)

Upper Grade (Primary)

Junior Secondary

Senior Science

Arts & Commercial

Vocational & enrichment programmes

See which stage fits your child.