Bula vinaka and welcome to International School Suva.
ISS is a school built around people, relationships, and a strong sense of community. We believe students learn best when they feel known, valued, supported, and challenged. Our goal is to create a school where every student feels they belong, enjoys learning, and is encouraged to become the very best version of themselves.
At ISS, we often talk about Navigate, Nurture, Aspire. These ideas reflect both our approach to learning and the young people we hope to develop.
We encourage students to navigate their own journey with curiosity, independence, and confidence. We nurture the whole person, recognising that education is about much more than academic results; it is also about relationships, character, wellbeing, creativity, and resilience. And we encourage students to aspire, to aim high, discover their strengths, take risks in their learning, and recognise the positive contribution they can make to others.
Our International Baccalaureate programmes provide a strong foundation for this approach. Learning extends beyond the classroom through our oceans programme, sport, the arts, service, and authentic experiences. As an international school proudly based in Fiji, we value the cultures, languages, experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community while encouraging students to engage confidently with the wider world.
Central to all of this is a simple belief: every interaction matters. The relationships between students, teachers, families, and our wider community shape a child’s experience of school and help create the sense of belonging that makes ISS special.
As Head of School, I am proud of the community we continue to build together. Whether you are considering ISS for your family or are already part of our community, I invite you to explore our school and discover what makes ISS such a special place.
Vinaka vakalevu, and welcome to International School Suva.
Jesse Donnelly