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International School (IC) in Lebanon is one of the largest international schools in the world. With over 3,600 students, the school has evolved throughout its long and rich history, dating back to 1891 in south-west Turkey.
The highest standards of academic and extra-curricular educational opportunities are consistently adhered to, in line with international accreditations and authorizations, including the Council of International Schools (CIS), New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE), and International Baccalaureate (IB).
IC is an American-chartered, independent, non-profit, secular, co-educational international day school providing high-quality multilingual teaching and learning for students from pre-K to grade 12 across two campuses. IC offers a choice of four academic pathways: The Lebanese Program, the International Baccalaureate Program, the French Official Program, and the American College Preparatory Program.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT
International College is committed to cultivating a nurturing, secure, and inclusive learning environment. As a community, we embrace diversity, equity, and belonging. We understand that the blend of our unique individual
identities enrich the quality of our education. We are steadfast in our belief that everyone has a fundamental right to justice and dignity.

STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS
International College has established six strategic directions:

  • Student Learning and Instruction,
  • Finance and Human Resources,
  • Facilities and Safety,
  • Communications,
  • Collaboration and Community,
  • Wellbeing, and Leadership,
  • Accountability.

Teaching and Learning at IC emphasizes differentiated instruction, interdisciplinary learning, and inclusive service-learning projects. All are supported by a multi-tiered academic support system. IC is committed to attracting a diverse and highly qualified faculty and staff while modernizing learning spaces with energy-efficient technologies and enhanced safety protocols. The school seeks to foster deeper engagement with its community by using inclusive and multilingual communication channels. Wellbeing initiatives are central to IC’s mission, focusing on students and staff social, emotional, and mental health. These initiatives are complemented by a broad range of co-curricular activities aimed at holistic development. IC ensures strong and effective leadership through clear expectations, diverse recruitment efforts, and a transparent performance evaluation system.

STUDENT NATIONALITIES
IC community comprises 3,600 students from over 45 nationalities, reflecting a rich tapestry of cultures. The Secondary School has 800 students. A significant portion of our student body includes:

 

The diverse international makeup of our school enhances the learning environment, cultivating a global outlook and
promoting cross-cultural understanding among our students.

FACULTY AND STAFF
The number of direct employees in the secondary school currently stands at: 138 made up of 97 teaching faculty members, 37 staff members as well as 4 administrators.

VISION
The vision of International College is to empower learners of today to become global citizen leaders.

MISSION
The mission of International College is to inspire and challenge every learner to think critically, take initiative, and contribute to the advancement of society. IC nurtures the whole child in an environment that fosters well-being and promotes agency.