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HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

The NAIS Dublin High School Diploma is a rigorous and flexible four-year programme that prepares students for university, careers and global citizenship. Built on strong academic foundations and personalised pathways, the diploma enables students to develop deep subject knowledge while pursuing areas of passion and interest. Through a balanced programme of study and real-world learning experiences, students graduate with the skills and confidence to thrive in an increasingly complex world. At NAIS Dublin, we believe every learner belongs and has the power to shape a better future. Our High School Diploma reflects this philosophy by providing an inclusive and ambitious pathway that enables every student to succeed.

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA at nais dublin

NAIS Dublin Graduate Dispositions

Through our learning framework, we graduate students who:
•Communicate clearly
•Analyse systems and think critically
•Understand diverse perspectives
•Build intercultural understanding
•Imagine boldly and create original ideas
•Live with balance and resilience
•Demonstrate real-world impact

These dispositions are developed through a broad and balanced curriculum that encourages curiosity, independence and collaboration.

CURRICULUM STRUCTURE

Students complete a minimum of 24 credits across Grades 9–12, with each credit typically representing a full year of study.

The curriculum is organised across seven domains:

Curriculum Domain	Minimum Credits
English	4
STEM (Mathematics and Science)	6
Individuals and Societies	3
Language Acquisition	2
Creative Arts	2
Wellbeing and Physical & Health Education	2
Extended Learning	4

This structure ensures students experience a broad academic education while also having opportunities to pursue areas of personal interest.

primary

Secondary

A TYPICAL DAY AT NAIS DUBLIN

With our dynamic curriculum, world-class teachers, and inspiring learning spaces, no two days are the same at NAIS Dublin.

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A focus on wellbeing helps our students prepare for the day ahead. Activities such as mindfulness, movement and a focus on relationship building are part of the PERMAH model of wellbeing which supports positive emotions, engagement, positive relationships, meaningful accomplishment and health.

Tutor Time

Inquiring Early

Shaping curious, creative and collaborative learners, inquiry based learning sits at the core of our curriculum. Taking a deep dive into a range of issues, student develop an understanding of the world around them.

Inquiring Early

Nurturing Creativity

Showcasing their unique talents we channel and nurture our students creativity. Our extensive arts programme explores a rich variety of genres in art, music, dance and drama.

Nurturing Creativity

Let’s Eat and Mingle

Every student needs fuel to make the most of their learning! With a range of healthy and delicious meals, prepared by our onsite catering team in our Lunchbox, students get all the nutrition they need to perform at their best, then have time to socialise, play sports and relax before afternoon lessons.

Let’s Eat and Mingle

Think STEAM

Secondary students enjoy regular STEAM collaboration days in which they work on challenges set by MIT professors, developing their abilities to innovate, think critically and solve problems.

Think STEAM

Getting That Bit Extra

The fun doesn’t stop when the bell rings! Students love staying on campus for a variety of fantastic co-curricular and sporting activities, and many take advantage of the school study hall to catch up on work or revise for upcoming tests.

Getting That Bit Extra

inspiring young minds

At our pioneering IB school in Dublin, we pride ourselves on recruiting the most talented and dedicated teachers.

We promote strong teacher-student relationships, which are more collaborative than in traditional schools. This fosters a supportive atmosphere in our classrooms, where young people are encouraged to learn from their mistakes, overcome challenges, and achieve incredible things.

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HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA at nais dublin

CURRICULUM STRUCTURE

A TYPICAL DAY AT NAIS DUBLIN

Tutor Time

Inquiring Early

Nurturing Creativity

Let’s Eat and Mingle

Think STEAM

Getting That Bit Extra

inspiring young minds

THE PERFECT LEARNING ENVIRONMENT