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Our Curriculum

An authentic Canadian curriculum, delivered in English with French and Arabic, from KG1 to Grade 12.

The Canadian Advantage

A Curriculum Recognised Worldwide

Canadian International School Djibouti provides a Canadian-based educational programme from KG1 to Grade 12. English is the principal language of instruction, supported by French, Arabic, and Islamic Studies.

Our curriculum develops academic knowledge, critical thinking, creativity, communication, independence, and responsible global citizenship.

By Stage

Learning at Every Level

Explore each stage of the CIS journey. Click a stage to see what students learn.

Early Childhood · KG1–KG3

A safe and nurturing introduction to learning. Children develop their language, numeracy, social, emotional, creative, and physical skills through structured lessons, guided play, and exploration.

  • English language development
  • Phonics & early literacy · Early writing
  • Numeracy
  • Science and discovery
  • French · Arabic · Islamic Studies
  • Creative arts
  • Physical development
  • Social and emotional development
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KG1 · KG2 · KG3

Ages 3–5. Structured play, big imaginations, strong foundations.

Elementary · Grade 1–5

A homeroom-based model: the homeroom teacher leads the main academic subjects, with specialist teachers for languages, Islamic Studies and Physical Education.

  • English Language Arts
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • French · Arabic · Islamic Studies
  • Physical Education
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Grade 1–5

Strong literacy and numeracy, hands-on discovery, growing independence.

Middle School · Grade 6–8

Taught by specialist subject teachers, developing stronger academic knowledge, research skills, independent learning, teamwork and personal responsibility.

  • English Language Arts
  • Mathematics · General Science
  • Social Studies
  • French · Arabic · Islamic Studies
  • ICT · STEM
  • Physical Education · Art
  • Leadership and Life Skills
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Grade 6–8

Where curiosity becomes capability and students find their strengths.

High School · Grade 9–12

Specialised subject instruction with academic and career guidance, preparing students for university, further education and future careers.

  • English Language Arts · Mathematics
  • Biology · Chemistry · Physics · General Science
  • Social Studies · History & Geography
  • Business & Entrepreneurship · ICT
  • French · Arabic · Islamic Studies
  • Physical Education
  • Research & Presentation Skills
  • Career & University Guidance
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Grade 9–12

Preparing confident graduates for the world's best universities.

CanadianProvincial Standards
TrilingualEnglish · French · Arabic
Hands-onScience & Technology
UniversityReady Graduates

Give Your Child a World-Class Education

Enrolment for 2026–2027 is now open, KG1 through Grade 12.

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