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A Legacy of Excellence Since 1954
A Legacy of Excellence Since 1954
ISM International School is the largest international school in Libya and the oldest international school in North Africa. Our school was established in 1954 as the Oil Companies School to educate the children of oil executives and diplomats posted to Libya. Today, our school is proud of its record of excellence and resilience, providing a world class education and nurturing our students to become the leaders of tomorrow.
Licensed and Accredited by Libya’s Ministry of Education
Licensed and Accredited by Libya’s Ministry of Education
ISM International School is licensed by the Libyan Ministry of Education and accredited by Libya's National Centre for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Educational and Training Institutions. Qualifying graduates receive a diploma from our school, which is recognised as equivalent to a Libyan school leaving certificate and grants our students access to institutions of higher learning in Libya.
Accredited Irish Curriculum Beyond Ireland
Accredited Irish Curriculum Beyond Ireland
ISM International School is unique in the global community of international schools in that our school is the only school outside the Republic of Ireland that is accredited by the State Examinations Commission. In our Elementary School and the Junior Cycle (grades 7 - 9) of our High School, teaching and learning is aligned with the requirements of the national curriculum of the Republic of Ireland. In the Senior Cycle (grades 10 - 12) of High School, students can elect to study the Irish Leaving Certificate.
International Baccalaureate Excellence at ISM
International Baccalaureate Excellence at ISM
ISM International School is the only IB World School in Libya, authorised to offer the IB Diploma Programme. As an alternative to the Irish Leaving Certificate, students can elect to study the IB Diploma Programme in the Senior Cycle.
The ISM is an authorized SAT Test Center accredited by the College Board.
The ISM is an authorized SAT Test Center accredited by the College Board.
Through its SAT authorization, ISM provides students in Libya with access to internationally recognized university entrance examinations in a professional and secure testing environment.
As an authorized SAT Test Center, ISM supports students in their academic and university preparation journey by offering globally recognized assessment opportunities that open pathways to universities around the world.
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