Systems at AISM
There are several systems that are used across AISM. Knowing how to access these systems will really help you stay in control! Essentially there are only four systems that you, as families, need to be...
LEARNING AT AISM
The International Baccalaureate (IB) at AISM
The International Baccalaureate (IB) strives to nurture curious, well-informed, and empathetic young individuals who contribute to a more harmonious world by fostering intercultural appreciation and respect. To achieve this goal, the IB collaborates with schools, governments, and international entities to create demanding international education programs with rigorous assessments. These programs inspire students worldwide to become engaged, empathetic, and continuous learners who recognize that diverse perspectives can also be valid.
The American International School of Mozambique (AISM) offers three high-quality International Baccalaureate (IB) programs for students aged 3 to 19, preparing them for the 21st century. Our students embrace diverse cultures, are lifelong learners, and follow the IB Learner Profile, which unites our school community.
Our curriculum is well-organized, aligning with IB program documentation. It's designed for collaboration among teachers and spans all grade levels.
Our curriculum is well-organized, aligning with IB program documentation. It's designed for collaboration among teachers and spans all grade levels.
- PYP
- MYP
- DP
The Primary Years Programme (PYP): ELC-G5
AISM offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), fostering a culture of inquiry-based learning. Our dedicated educators use this approach to fuel students' creativity and innovation, igniting their passion and purpose.
Recognizing each child's uniqueness, we tailor personalized learning paths to support their growth. Our PYP curriculum achieves this by nurturing natural curiosity, seamlessly integrating subjects, promoting an international perspective, utilizing technology and libraries, and cultivating a sense of community responsibility.
Beyond core academics, AISM offers specialized programs in performing arts, visual arts, physical education, and the Portuguese language, enriching the educational journey. This holistic approach empowers students to become well-rounded individuals who excel academically and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Recognizing each child's uniqueness, we tailor personalized learning paths to support their growth. Our PYP curriculum achieves this by nurturing natural curiosity, seamlessly integrating subjects, promoting an international perspective, utilizing technology and libraries, and cultivating a sense of community responsibility.
Beyond core academics, AISM offers specialized programs in performing arts, visual arts, physical education, and the Portuguese language, enriching the educational journey. This holistic approach empowers students to become well-rounded individuals who excel academically and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
If your family is new to the Primary Years Program, or if your child has been at a PYP school before but you would like a refresher about the program, please explore some of the links below:
The Middle Years Programme (MYP): G6-10
Welcome to our Middle Years Programme (MYP), an educational journey cultivating active, globally aware learners with empathy and purpose. MYP empowers students to explore local, national, and global issues, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and reflection. The Grade 10 Personal Project stands as a pinnacle, encouraging students to undertake substantial, reflective work over an extended period.
Our MYP curriculum encompasses eight subject groups, promoting interdisciplinary learning that enables students to grasp connections between subjects and develop vital skills for our interconnected world.
MYP Unit Overviews
Explore our Middle Years Programme overviews for Grades 6-10 below for comprehensive insights into course units, gaining a holistic view of our MYP experience.
Our MYP curriculum encompasses eight subject groups, promoting interdisciplinary learning that enables students to grasp connections between subjects and develop vital skills for our interconnected world.
MYP Unit Overviews
Explore our Middle Years Programme overviews for Grades 6-10 below for comprehensive insights into course units, gaining a holistic view of our MYP experience.
If your family is new to the MYP, or if your child has been at a MYP school before but you would like a refresher about the programme, please explore some of the links below:
The Diploma Years Programme (DP): Grade 11-12
The IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) offers a transformative education, molding students into critical thinkers, compassionate leaders, and responsible global citizens. Designed for grades 11 and 12, it readies students for global universities.
The core comprises three key elements: Theory of Knowledge (TOK) for critical thinking, the Extended Essay (EE) for in-depth exploration, and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) for personal growth and community engagement.
Students select subjects from these groups:
Complementing academics are study hall, IB prep, and wellness classes for a holistic DP experience. Prepare for an enriching academic journey and a future full of opportunities with the IB DP. Excellence without borders.
The core comprises three key elements: Theory of Knowledge (TOK) for critical thinking, the Extended Essay (EE) for in-depth exploration, and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) for personal growth and community engagement.
Students select subjects from these groups:
- Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature (English and Portuguese)
- Group 2: Language Acquisition (Portuguese B, French B and Spanish Ab Initio)
- Group 3: Individuals and Societies (Economics; History; Psychology; Business Management; Environmental Systems and Societies)
- Group 4: Experimental Sciences (Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Environmental Systems and Societies)
- Group 5: Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches HL & SL; Applications and Interpretations SL)
- Group 6: The Arts (Visual Arts)
Complementing academics are study hall, IB prep, and wellness classes for a holistic DP experience. Prepare for an enriching academic journey and a future full of opportunities with the IB DP. Excellence without borders.
If your family is new to the Diploma Years Programme, or if your child has been at a DP school before but you would like a refresher about the programme, please explore some of the links below:
Matthew Lawrence, our very own AISM Alumnus & Olympian, presents to our students
On Friday morning, Secondary School students had the opportunity to sit in on a presentation on ‘balancing life and elite-level training with academic responsibilities’ with Matthew Lawrence. Matthew...
AISM Diploma Programme: Class of 2025 Exam Results
We are delighted to announce that AISM’s IB Diploma Programme students achieved a 100% pass rate in the May 2025 IB Diploma examination session, including seven Portuguese/English Bilingual Diplomas....
Systems at AISM
There are several systems that are used across AISM. Knowing how to access these systems will really help you stay in control! Essentially there are only four systems that you, as families, need to be...
Matthew Lawrence, our very own AISM Alumnus & Olympian, presents to our students
On Friday morning, Secondary School students had the opportunity to sit in on a presentation on ‘balancing life and elite-level training with academic responsibilities’ with Matthew Lawrence. Matthew...
AISM Diploma Programme: Class of 2025 Exam Results
We are delighted to announce that AISM’s IB Diploma Programme students achieved a 100% pass rate in the May 2025 IB Diploma examination session, including seven Portuguese/English Bilingual Diplomas....
Systems at AISM
There are several systems that are used across AISM. Knowing how to access these systems will really help you stay in control! Essentially there are only four systems that you, as families, need to be...
Matthew Lawrence, our very own AISM Alumnus & Olympian, presents to our students
On Friday morning, Secondary School students had the opportunity to sit in on a presentation on ‘balancing life and elite-level training with academic responsibilities’ with Matthew Lawrence. Matthew...
AISM Diploma Programme: Class of 2025 Exam Results
We are delighted to announce that AISM’s IB Diploma Programme students achieved a 100% pass rate in the May 2025 IB Diploma examination session, including seven Portuguese/English Bilingual Diplomas....
