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IISO High School

A Future‑Ready, Values‑Driven Pathway for Confident, Capable Young Muslims

IISO High School offers two fully recognized diploma pathways, allowing families to choose the route that best aligns with their child’s goals.

1️⃣ Japanese Pathway

  • Leads to a Japanese High School Diploma

  • Enables students to pursue higher education through standard Japanese university admissions

  • Follows national academic requirements with strong language and STEM support

2️⃣ English Pathway

  • Leads to a U.S. High School Diploma

  • Accepted by universities worldwide

  • Aligned with Cambridge IGCSE‑level expectations and international benchmarks.

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Our approach blends Cambridge‑aligned academics, bilingual English–Japanese proficiency, Islamic character development, and personalized university preparation, ensuring every learner is equipped to thrive.

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2025

High School Establishment

IISO High School opened its first Grade 10 cohort in April 2025, marking a major milestone in our long‑term vision to provide a complete, values‑driven educational journey for our community.

 

Expanding year by year until Grade 12 opens in April 2027, our high school program prepares students academically, spiritually, and emotionally for university and life in a rapidly changing world. 

Personalized University & Career Preparation

Every student receives a customized academic plan aligned with their strengths, interests, and university goals. Support includes:

  • Academic advising and goal setting

  • Guidance for university entrance requirements

  • Support for standardized tests

  • Portfolio and project‑based learning

  • Continuous assessment aligned with international benchmarks

This ensures students graduate with the skills and confidence needed for higher education — in Japan or abroad.

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Holistic Development & Student Well‑Being

IISO High School provides a supportive, inclusive environment where students feel seen, valued, and empowered. We emphasize:

  • Emotional well‑being and self‑management

  • Leadership and teamwork

  • Community service and extracurricular activities

  • Islamic character and identity development

 

Students participate in robotics, arts, sports, service projects, exhibitions, and cultural events — making learning meaningful and joyful.

Academic Framework: Cambridge‑Aligned, Future‑Focused

Our curriculum is designed to prepare students for university‑level study and global careers.

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Why Families Choose IISO High School

  • Two diploma pathways (Japanese & U.S.)

  • Cambridge‑aligned academic rigor

  • Strong English & Japanese bilingual development

  • ICO‑aligned Islamic and Qur’an education

  • Personalized university preparation

  • Safe, inclusive, values‑driven environment

  • Engaging extracurricular and leadership opportunities

  • A community committed to nurturing principled, future‑ready graduates

High School Curriculum at IISO

Students engage in a broad and balanced curriculum that includes:

English Language & Literature

  • Advanced reading, writing, and communication

  • Academic essay writing and research skills

  • Preparation for international university admissions

Japanese Language

  • Advanced academic Japanese for university readiness

  • Reading comprehension, essay writing, and communication

  • Essential for students pursuing the Japanese diploma pathway

Mathematics

  • Algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and pre‑calculus

  • Problem‑solving and analytical reasoning

  • Strong preparation for STEM‑related university programs

Science
(Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

  • Lab‑based learning and scientific inquiry

  • Conceptual understanding and real‑world application

  • Foundation for medical, engineering, and science pathways

Geography & Social
Studies

  • JP Stream: Students study Social Studies and Japanese History in Japanese, following national standards.

  • EN Stream: Students study Geography in English using the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum.

  • Both streams build research, analytical thinking, and global citizenship skills.

Art & Physical
Education

  • Support creativity, movement, and well‑being, helping students express themselves and stay active.

  • Students build imagination, coordination, teamwork, and healthy habits through creative and physical activities.

  • These subjects nurture confidence, discipline, and holistic development.

ICT & STEM

  • Productivity tools, digital literacy, and safe online behavior

  • Coding, data analysis, and technology integration

  • Preparation for tech‑driven careers

Islamic Education

  • Aqeedah, fiqh, seerah, and contemporary issues

  • Ethical decision‑making and Islamic worldview

  • Character development and leadership grounded in adab

Qur’an 

  • Improving fluency and accuracy in recitation

  • Learning tajwīd rules and applying them in practice

  • Memorizing selected surahs with understanding

  • Strengthening the connection with the Qur’an as guidance

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