Our educational philosophy is that success is not a narrow path, but one forged by curiosity, exploration, and self-discovery. Our role is to provide the environment and the opportunities for our students to not only find that passion and purpose but also to realise their unique potential in school and in life.
Discover our vision and values
Our educational philosophy is that success is not a narrow path, but one forged by curiosity, exploration, and self-discovery. Our role is to provide the environment and the opportunities for our students to not only find that passion and purpose but also to realise their unique potential in school and in life.
Discover our vision and values
West Island School's Years 7 to 9 follow the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), offering a challenging and practical learning framework that supports students' transition and integration into the secondary school community, building a solid foundation of critical thinking and global mindedness for the middle and senior years.
In Years 10 and 11, West Island School offers a common curriculum and elective subjects, preparing students for I/GCSE exams while providing guidance for future pathways both local and abroad.
In Years 12 and 13, West Island School offers three pathways, the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), BTEC, and the International Diploma to give students agency in their studies based on their learning style and aspirations while fostering a well-rounded and global-minded outlook through leadership and community involvement.
Without the support of the school community and, in particular, the teachers who led the Most Competitive Pathway programme (MCP), I would have not come close to achieving my higher education goals. They noticed the potential and guided me towards a destination that I never thought was possible.
Without the support of the school community and, in particular, the teachers who led the Most Competitive Pathway programme (MCP), I would have not come close to achieving my higher education goals. They noticed the potential and guided me towards a destination that I never thought was possible.
I value the connections and conversations with friends, classmates, teachers and support staff outside of the formal classroom setting.
I value the connections and conversations with friends, classmates, teachers and support staff outside of the formal classroom setting.
Being able to learn from teachers who genuinely care about you as an individual has helped me develop and grow during my time here.
Being able to learn from teachers who genuinely care about you as an individual has helped me develop and grow during my time here.
WIS has been an incredible place of growth and learning for both my boys, who have different strengths and interests and yet have thrived both academically and personally under the positive and inclusive system of the school, where every child is nurtured, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.
WIS has been an incredible place of growth and learning for both my boys, who have different strengths and interests and yet have thrived both academically and personally under the positive and inclusive system of the school, where every child is nurtured, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.
With two children currently enrolled at West Island School, one recently graduated and one finishing Year 9, I am truly impressed by the exceptional quality of education and the individualized attention provided to each student - I convey to the staff my heartfelt gratitude.
With two children currently enrolled at West Island School, one recently graduated and one finishing Year 9, I am truly impressed by the exceptional quality of education and the individualized attention provided to each student - I convey to the staff my heartfelt gratitude.
There are so many activities offered at the school.
There are so many activities offered at the school.
My teachers were actually very supportive of my basketball career.
My teachers were actually very supportive of my basketball career.
WIS has been a great support system in the 7 years I’ve attended, I’m forever grateful for the teachers and staff!
WIS has been a great support system in the 7 years I’ve attended, I’m forever grateful for the teachers and staff!
West Island School nurtures diversity, empathy and confidence in all its students, providing them with the tools to make a difference in our world.
West Island School nurtures diversity, empathy and confidence in all its students, providing them with the tools to make a difference in our world.
