About Us

Welcome I Our Story I Our Values I About Dublin I Meet the Team

On behalf of the entire International School of Dublin (ISD) it gives me great pleasure to welcome you to our community.

At ISD we appreciate the care and consideration families take to choose the best school for their child. At the heart of our purpose is the overall wellbeing of each and every student. We endeavor to ensure that all ISD students begin their educational journey with a solid foundation feeling safe, engaged and ultimately empowered and excited by the premise of discovering, creating and sharing knowledge.

In an ever changing world, we are continually looking at the broader picture for the future. Our aim is to set each student on an individual course for success. We provide our students the space to forge their own path whilst equipping them with the essential skills to become autonomous lifelong learners.

Since our opening in 2007, we feel privileged and proud to have pioneered international education at the primary level in Ireland as the first International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) school. We are passionate in providing a progressive educational option and our methods for success are adaptive. With community spirit and partnership at the core, we are driven by the combination of a cutting edge, research based curriculum and an outstanding and dedicated team of international educators.

We feel the most authentic way to get to know us is to walk through the doors of our campus and interact with our dynamic learning community. Our students are our best asset and we are all keen to make new connections. We are open to supporting you in varying capacities and hope to meet you soon.

Kind regards,

Cristen Schwab, Head of School

A Warm Welcome

Welcome from Head of School, Cristen Schwab

Greetings, Hola, Bonjour, こんにちは

OUR STORY

Founded in 2007, ISD is a private non-profit, co-educational school that champions inquiry-based learning. As the first IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) school in Ireland, we empower children to think critically, act compassionately, and thrive in a global society.

Established to expand diversity within the educational offering across Ireland, ISD provides an array of educational choice in a culturally diverse environment. ISD is very proud of forging the path to demonstrate the demand for, and success in, a progressive education at the primary level in Ireland.

Community is maintained as the heart of the school’s mission. The welcoming, responsive and warm atmosphere of the school provides a home for both local and international families. ISD prides itself on its strong connections with alumni all over the globe.

We are proud to serve both local and international families. At ISD, diversity is celebrated, and students are encouraged to express themselves, explore new ideas, and grow into thoughtful, confident individuals.

OUR VALUES

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Learner Profile represents a common set of values across all IB World Schools. The Learner Profile provides a long-term vision of education.

At ISD all community members are encouraged to recognise, model and support these attributes.
The Learner Profile encourages IB students to become:

Inquirers
Knowledgeable
Thinkers
Communicators
Principled
Open-minded
Caring
Risk-takers
Balanced
Reflective

ABOUT DUBLIN

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Dublin city is known for the welcoming nature of its people. It is vibrant and cosmopolitan, enjoying all of the amenities of a capital city with a town size feel. Home to Ireland’s main port, it is the centre of commercial and financial activity on the island.

Many multinational companies from around the world have chosen Dublin to base their European headquarters. A place where history meets modernity, Dublin city is easily explored by foot through its winding cobblestone streets. A mild maritime climate combined with parks, Georgian streetscapes, pedestrianized areas and greenspaces abound make Dublin a family friendly choice.

Dublin is dynamic and bursting with culture. Gaelic heritage integrated with an ever growing diverse population provides for an eclectic atmosphere. From music filled streets to Michelin star restaurants, there is something for everyone. Geographically situated along the coastline and ringed to the south by the Wicklow and Dublin mountains, nature pursuits and beautiful vistas are easily accessible and an international airport provides an excellent base to explore Europe.

MEET THE TEAM

ISD is very proud of our outstanding team of international educators. Collectively, we share extensive experience in international primary education and like many of our families; have moved to Ireland and made Dublin our home.