Foundational Statements

Mission

Our mission is to nurture the talents, character and intellect of all learners, challenging them to be a positive influence and empowering them to excel in their world.

Vision

To be our best with Africa and our world.

Core Belief Statements

We believe that…

• Embracing diversity strengthens our community

• All individuals have inherent worth and dignity 

•  Acting with integrity is vital to building and maintaining trust

• Curiosity and inquiry inspire learning

•  Learning empowers people to create a better world

• Collaboration creates opportunities to achieve common goals

• The sustainability of the natural world is our responsibility

Strategic Objectives

1. We will deliver an outstanding educational program.

2. We will learn through inquiry, action and reflection.

3. We will provide enhanced program-driven facilities for a growing student body.

4. We will improve organizational culture and school climate.

5. We will develop and grow strategic relationships to increase support of ICS and its programs.

ICS Way

With students and parents from 70+ nations and many educational systems, it is important for us to find common ground and to work together to build a common ICS school culture. The ICS Way is a simple guideline that can help us all work (and play) together more productively and fairly. The ICS Way is based on respect and responsibility and is integrally related to the ICS Learner Profile*

I can make a difference by . . .

• Taking care of myself

• Taking care of others

• Taking care of this place

Community Conduct Statement

Everyone has the right to feel safe and respected at ICS Addis. To that end, we will not tolerate any abuse of our employees, students or parents in any form; written, verbal, physical, or otherwise. Anyone who violates this Conduct Statement in any way may be removed from our community.