The mission of ISS schools, serving the children of families employed overseas by multinational companies, is to provide a comprehensive and challenging academic program, and to enable students to continue their learning with the knowledge, abilities, and understanding, gained from their experience from living abroad.

We believe that:

• Family is the primary influence on a child's development and learning.
• Honesty and respect are essential in successful relationships.
• People are accountable for their actions.
• Desire to learn is an intrinsic human quality.
• A supportive, positive partnership among school, family, and community fosters successful learning.
• All children can learn when the expectations and learning environment support the child.
• Meaningful learning is enhanced through active involvement in the learning process.
• Development of independence, collaboration, and critical thinking are fundamental to quality education.
• Developing skills necessary to live in an ever-changing world is essential.
• Learning to set goals and priorities is a requisite to successful learning.
• Respect and recognition of cultural diversity is fundamental to understanding and developing an appreciation of others.
• Cooperation and collaboration are essential to an individual's success in a diverse society.
• Active involvement in community is a critical component in developing responsible, caring youth.