The SSIS High School Diploma (HSD) is designed for those students seeking a broader range of subjects than those offered in the IB Diploma and also offers the rigour necessary for university entrance whilst allowing for a more flexible approach to program design.   Students are given the option of enrolling in a selection of year long courses during grades 11 and 12. To ensure university recognition of the HSD it has been accredited by both the Coucil fo International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of School and Colleges (NEASC).

We are very conscious of the necessity for high academic standards but also recognize that a great high school experience must include opportunities for students to participate in a variety of activities.  Interscholastic athletics, music, art, drama, MUN (Model United Nations) are just some of the ways that students become well rounded individuals who are prepared to face the challenges of later life.

The HSD student begins accumulating credits in Grade 9 and continues until the end of Grade 12. A minimum of 24 credits are required to gain the HSD.

If English is not the student's mother tongue SSIS strongly recommends he or she sits IELTS or TOEFL examinations sometime before gradutation. SSIS provides intensive IELTS preparation on some of our language courses.

HSD students will also take part in the IBDP CAS and the Independant Study Project (ISP). CAS and the ISP will help HSD students to enjoy a balanced and productive academic experience at SSIS.