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Secondary School
A challenging and balanced academic journey supporting independence, leadership and preparation for further study and adult life.
Overview
Preparing Students for a Changing World
Secondary School at ISSA combines academic challenge with strong support. Students develop the knowledge, thinking and habits of work that further study and employment increasingly demand.
Alongside the classroom, students take part in sport, culture, service and leadership, building a rounded record of school life.
Academics
Academic Approach
Knowledge and thinking
- Subject knowledge
- Critical thinking
- Practical application
Working habits
- Communication
- Independent learning
- Assessment
Guidance
- Teacher guidance
- Tutor support
- Regular feedback to families
Pathways
Academic Pathways
ISSA offers Cambridge and IEB pathways. Subject availability is confirmed by the school each year.
Cambridge Pathway
The Cambridge pathway progresses towards IGCSE and onward to advanced study, developing subject depth, examination technique and independent research skills.
Subject combinations are confirmed by the school and are not listed here.
IEB Pathway
The IEB pathway leads towards the National Senior Certificate, with continuous assessment, examinations and preparation for South African university entrance.
Detailed subject and assessment information is issued by the school directly.
Sixth Form
Sixth Form at ISSA
Sixth Form is the final stage of the ISSA journey: advanced study, greater independence and preparation for university and beyond.
Advanced study
- Advanced qualifications
- Subject knowledge
- Examination readiness
Independence
- Independent learning
- Research and study skills
- Time management
Guidance
- Subject choices
- Career guidance
- University preparation
Wider programme
- Visiting speakers
- Leadership
- Service
Balance
- Sport participation
- Cultural participation
- Wellbeing support
Next steps
- Application guidance
- Referee support
- Transition to university
Support
Pastoral and Academic Support
Tutors and teachers monitor academic progress and wellbeing together, so that students receive help early rather than late.
Support covers organisation, study skills, subject difficulties, friendships and the pressures that accompany senior school study.
Recognition and Responsibility
Leadership
Student Leadership
Leadership at ISSA is practical: students represent their peers, mentor younger learners, lead teams and contribute to the running of school life.
- School Prefect Body
- Class representation
- Portfolio responsibilities
- Sports captaincy
- Student Parliament
- Mentor and mentee programmes
- Boarding leadership
- Club and community leadership
Enrichment
Clubs and Enrichment
Clubs broaden interests and build confidence outside the classroom. The list below is provided for confirmation.
Speak to the Secondary School
Contact us about entry points, pathway choices and Sixth Form study at ISSA.