Why Every Day Matters: The Importance of School Attendance

This year marks an exciting next step for Primary at Krylatskoe. Mr Smith and I will be working closely together to create a more connected and consistent experience for children across both campuses.

Walk into an Early Years classroom at ISM and you will see children who are encouraged to wonder, explore, question and take their learning in unexpected directions.

At school, every day counts. Each lesson, each discussion, each interaction helps shape a child’s learning journey, and when students miss school, they miss more than just a lesson. They miss the connections, the confidence-building, and the small but vital steps that lead to long-term success. It’s often said that “80% of success is just showing up,” and in education, that couldn’t be more true.

Music is often called the universal language, capable of expressing what words cannot and connecting us across different cultures and experiences. Whether you're a passionate listener or a dedicated musician, the study of music offers profound insights and benefits that resonate throughout life.

Behind the scenes at ISM, leaders are carrying out a rigourous Quality Assurance Schedule year-round. These steps ensure that we deliver on our promises to parents and constantly grow the strength of our practice.

The children of Lower Campus recently welcomed former Rhythmic Gymnastics World Champion, Diana Borisova, for a special Master Class.

We are thrilled to announce the outstanding GCSE results achieved by our Year 11 students in the recent exam period. 

Research shows that confident students are more likely to succeed academically.   In fact, several science-backed studies cite self-confidence as the number one predictor of academic achievement. Researchers found that students with greater confidence were more willing to learn and challenge themselves. They were also more motivated, resilient, and capable of dealing with adversity.  At the International School of Moscow (ISM), our job is to build and nurture positive self-esteem in children. But what is confidence? And how does it affect academic performance?

The International School of Moscow celebrates outstanding A-Level results, with 58% of all grades either A* or A.

After a year of personal growth and academic success, we often think of the summer holidays as an opportunity for children to rest and recover. However, we must not underestimate the great opportunities for children to exercise their independence, develop a healthy lifestyle and push their learning even further, by exploring the wonders of nature.