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We Are BISS - Three International Schools in Stavanger, Norway
BISS Preschool for ages 18 months to 5 years, BISS Gausel Primary and Secondary Schools and BISS Sentrum Primary and Secondary Schools.
We are proud of our diverse and supportive school community ...
... where students from different cultural backgrounds come together to learn and grow.
At BISS Preschool our Mission is ...
... to support each child's development at their own pace, fostering curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
We Cultivate a Culture of Inquiry, Reflection and Action ...
... so that our students become compassionate, thoughtful individuals who will become inspiring role models of the future.
We want our students to feel joyful every day ...
... as they learn more about themselves and the world around them.
Through Inquiry Based Learning ...
... we encourage our students at BISS to question, explore, and construct knowledge actively.
BISS Preschool is more than just a place for children to learn and grow
BISS Preschool's inquiry-driven, play-based learning, integrated with the Norwegian Framework Plan (Rammeplan), ensures a well-rounded program.
BISS Gausel - Primary and Secondary School
BISS Gausel is in the Gausel area of Stavanger and is an IB World School for children aged 6 years to 16 years.
Our students, families, and teachers bring a rich tapestry of backgrounds, languages, and experiences.
By embracing this variety, we help create a school where everyone belongs and is valued for their unique strengths and talents.
BISS Sentrum- Primary and Secondary School
BISS Sentrum, in the Centre of Stavanger, is an IB World School for children aged 6 to 16 years.
Our Vision
To empower the learning community to become role models who are forward-thinking visionaries and lifelong learners.
Our Mission
At BISS we provide a purposeful and engaging curriculum and a culture that fosters innovation, resilience and continuous growth.
We cultivate an environment that promotes empathy, compassion, collaboration, intercultural understanding and respect for one another.
We strive to inspire students to be inquisitive, have a thirst for knowledge, and be creative critical thinkers who actively seek
opportunities to make a better tomorrow for future generations.
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