At our Lower Secondary School, encompassing Forms 1 to 3 (Ages 11–14), we proudly deliver the internationally renowned Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum. Our approach to learning strikes a dynamic balance between academic excellence and rich co-curricular engagement, ensuring students are not only challenged intellectually but also inspired to grow beyond the classroom.

We are deeply committed to nurturing every student’s full potential—academically, socially, and emotionally. Our strong support systems and inclusive environment reflect our dedication to holistic education. Here, every learner is empowered to thrive, explore their passions, and become confident, well-rounded individuals. 

Our team is supportive and we Communicate Effectively. 

• Every student attends weekly Pastoral Care sessions to discuss and learn about Personal, Social, Health and Emotional topics.  
• The Learning Commons offers robust academic support, including Special Education services.  
• The Guidance and Counselling department is available to all secondary school students for emotional support as well as college and career planning. 
• We implement the Character First Programme alongside the Six Attributes of a GIS learner.  We explicitly teach how to live your values.  
• Additionally, each student develops their own Individual Success Plan beginning in Form 1.  This plan facilitates goal-oriented participation in all aspects of student and community life and builds a strong foundation for success in university and career futures. 

Our team is active and we are Disciplined. 

• Hosting the annual Under 14 Sports Tournament each year underscores our commitment to providing competitive sporting activities.  This is only one example of the multiple competitions we provide for Lower Secondary students. 
•  After school games are available to all students, not only those on the competitive teams.

Our team is high-achieving and Think Critically.

•  Over 50% of our students participate in external academic STEM competitions such as: SASMO, KANGAROO MATH, GAUSS, FRYER MATH CONTEST, MISE, MOS, STEM, EUCLID, VANDA.

Our team displays creativity. 

• Lower Secondary students fully participate in the Musical, arTRYx, Band, as well as music and dance performances.

We are Socially Responsible.  

• Students participate in a Day of Service on campus each academic year.  
• We have 2 Co-curricular clubs that work directly with government schools to promote literacy.

The teachers and managers of Lower Secondary look forward to working with all GIS families.

Mrs. Angela Van der Puije

Vice Principal.