Coming to the Capital Region in Fall 2021, the California International School (CIS) offers an unparalleled K-8 educational experience for globally-minded families. An international private school, CIS enriches students with academically rigorous curricula and co-curricular activities, led by a diverse team of renown educators. Small class sizes, a highly educated faculty, world-class academics, a robust STEAM program, personalized learning plans and state-of-the-art facilities are among the many unique offerings. CIS creates opportunities to advance students' grade-level performance by up to two years above national grade-level standards.

Committed to “empowering each child with the knowledge to unite,” the CIS experience emphasizes international culture, world language, community collaboration and innovative education. By offering and emphasizing a diverse multitude of cultures, students are empowered to become global citizens and leaders who are able to confidently navigate complex problems. The CIS vision reflects the power of broad language skills with inspired programs for students in world languages, the arts and programming - all setting the trajectory for successful futures. Through collaboration, students learn the power of working together to make a greater positive impact on the world. Our vision reflects the power of innovation shared through a learning environment that challenges students to become creative thinkers.

CIS focuses on whole child development and cultivating a sense of community. Our proven pedagogy incorporates a combination of interdisciplinary, inquiry-based and project-based learning techniques. Students actively engage in the educational process, learning hands-on through inquiry, research, exploration and experimentation. By interconnecting subjects, students gain a deeper understanding of holistic knowledge.

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