Mission, Vision, Values, and Community Principles

Mission

Our inclusive, globally minded community develops highly motivated and academically successful bilingual learners who are inter-culturally adept and make positive contributions in a complex world.

Vision

Our school and community is distinguished by its commitment to the following pillars

  • Multilingual education empowers students to communicate across cultures, enhancing cognitive abilities and fostering global understanding while embracing linguistic diversity.

  • Intercultural understanding helps students develop respect and empathy by valuing different perspectives, building meaningful connections across cultures, and fostering appreciation for global diversity in a connected world.

  • Sustainability teaches students to meet current needs responsibly, without harming future generations, by promoting environmental care, wise resource use, and actions that support long-term balance and health of our planet.

  • Diversity and inclusion teach students to embrace and respect differences, ensuring everyone feels valued and included, regardless of background, abilities, or perspectives, fostering a sense of belonging in a supportive community.

  • Service as Action encourages students to engage in community service, applying their learning to real-world challenges, fostering empathy, responsibility, and a commitment to making a positive impact on their local and global communities.

  • Classrooms Without Walls encourages students to learn beyond traditional settings, engaging with the world around them through hands-on experiences, outdoor learning, and real-life challenges, fostering deeper connections to their environment and global community.

  • International Baccalaureate envisions students as curious, open-minded learners who embrace diversity and think critically. Through challenging academic programs, students develop the skills and values needed to make a positive impact in their communities and the world, becoming responsible global citizens ready to face future challenges.

  • Accredited in all Languages by different governments to ensure that students receive a globally recognized education that values diverse perspectives. We aim to foster a culture of excellence and inclusivity, equipping students with the skills and knowledge to excel in a rapidly changing world while respecting local contexts and regulations.

  • 21st Century Skills empowers students to thrive in an ever-evolving world. We aim to foster critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and digital literacy, equipping students with the tools to solve complex problems, adapt to change, and engage meaningfully in their communities and beyond.

  • Innovative Best Practices to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. These approaches foster creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration, preparing students for a rapidly changing world. By integrating diverse strategies, we create dynamic learning environments that cater to different learning styles and promote lifelong learning.

  • Rigorous Curriculum challenges students to reach their highest potential through engaging, high-quality learning experiences. We aim to develop critical thinkers and problem solvers, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel academically and thrive in an increasingly complex world.

  • High-achieving graduates create resilient, motivated individuals who excel academically and personally. We aim to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset necessary to pursue their passions, embrace challenges, and contribute positively to society as confident, informed leaders.

  • The IB Learner Profile describes 10 attributes that promote international-mindedness and holistic development. These include being Enquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Risk-takers, Balanced, and Reflective. It aims to create lifelong learners.

  • Counseling & Student Support promote students' emotional well-being and academic success. This includes individual counseling, emotional development programs, and resources for personal growth. The school aims to nurture compassionate and resilient learners.

  • Social-Emotional Curriculum provides social-emotional skills like self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation while embracing global-mindedness. Through culturally diverse activities, they develop strong interpersonal skills and a compassionate understanding of the world, preparing them for global citizenship.

  • The Creson Houses system groups students into teams for activities that foster leadership, teamwork, and school spirit. It promotes the development of the whole student by encouraging collaboration, resilience, and a sense of belonging, while building character and social-emotional skills.

  • Enrichment Opportunities, including language immersion in arts, sports, and through international trips. These programs foster the whole student by promoting creativity, global awareness, and leadership, while enhancing academic and social-emotional growth through diverse, hands-on experiences.

  • Individualized Approach uses an individualized approach to foster the whole student by tailoring instruction to each learner’s strengths, needs, and interests. This approach supports academic growth, emotional development, and personal agency, ensuring every student feels supported in reaching their full potential.

  • International staff and families bring diverse perspectives, languages, and experiences, enriching the school community and fostering a global mindset, where students and staff learn from one another and celebrate cultural differences in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

  • The Dragon Parent Association strengthens the school community by engaging parents in collaboration, support, and volunteer efforts, fostering strong connections between families, staff, and students to enhance the overall school experience.

  • Signature Events increase engagement by showcasing our unique multicultural diversity, creating opportunities for the community to connect, celebrate, and learn from one another, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of global perspectives.

  • Celebrations of Culture honor the diverse backgrounds within our school, sharing each program’s unique traditions with the community to enhance global perspectives and unite the entire school in a spirit of understanding and inclusivity.

  • The Home-School Connection provides collaboration between families and educators, fostering open communication and partnership to support student learning, well-being, and a cohesive educational experience both at home and at school.

  • Student Mentor Programs empower experienced students to guide and support peers, fostering leadership, collaboration, and personal growth while building a sense of community and shared learning across different age groups.

Our Values & Beliefs

Our faculty, students and community are brought together by a common set of characteristics and values:

  • Being different and individual

  • Welcoming and accepting everyone in the ISC community and beyond

  • Learning about and respecting other people’s cultures and beliefs

  • Doing the right thing

  • Standing up for ourselves and others

  • Being fair and honest in our words and actions

  • Looking out for each other

  • Caring for others

  • Taking action through service learning

  • Owning our decisions and our mistakes

  • Working hard, managing our time and staying on task

  • The importance of developing our independence

  • Doing our best and staying determined

  • Never giving up

  • Striving continuously as everyone can grow and develop

Our Community Principles

We expect all members of our community to live out our mission, values, and beliefs by following these 'we' statements:

  • We respect ourselves and treat others with dignity.

  • We are principled and open-minded.

  • We positively contribute to our community.


In keeping with our Mission and Value statements, the International School of Creson celebrates the rich dimensions of diversity within each individual and across our entire school community. We engage and empower all members of our community inclusive of, but not limited to, race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, ideologies, nationality, and socioeconomic status. We deliberately foster an authentically diverse and vibrant environment. As an educational organization, we strive to develop the individual identity of each community member and to appreciate and build from our collective differences, so they can thrive in and make positive contributions to a complex world.