ACS Egham educates students within a programme designed to develop their academic, social, emotional and physical potential. The foundation of our curricular and instructional practice is based upon our respect for the unique learning styles of students, and an understanding of the needs of the internationally mobile child.

The engaging and reflective learning environment of our small classes fosters the development of the child as an enthusiastic lifelong learner. The school promotes high standards of scholarship, responsibility and citizenship in a supportive, international community. We implement a developmental, student-centred approach to instruction following an inquiry-based and interdisciplinary curriculum.

We offer a curriculum incorporating internationally recognised educational principles and practices. The programme, accredited by the New England Association for Schools and Colleges, and authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organization, includes an:

• International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IBPYP), 3 – 11
• International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IBMYP), 11 – 16
• International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), 16 – 18
• American High School Diploma Progamme.

We believe in educating the whole child, and we:

• promote the acquisition of knowledge, and the development of creative and critical thinking skills with a focus on personal excellence
• encourage students to become independent and confident learners
• foster the concept of learning as a process, and promote self-reflection as part of this process
• encourage active involvement in community service both locally and internationally
• promote participation in the arts, and an appreciation of the aesthetic aspects of life
• develop an understanding of, and a respect for, different languages and cultures
• integrate students with special needs and those studying English as an additional language into the school programme, with the resources available
• integrate information literacy into learning
• develop cooperative skills through collaborative, activity-based learning
• foster respect for self and others, as well as for the natural, and created environments
• nurture an abiding sense of integrity and personal responsibility
• promote and teach the values associated with healthy living, encouraging a lifelong enjoyment of physical activity
• provide opportunities for social and emotional growth
• encourage students to become responsible, contributing citizens of the school, and
  the world
• prepare students for success at the next stage of formal education, including admission to competitive universities throughout the world.

ACS Egham is a reflective organisation. We strive for constant improvement by actively soliciting input from staff, students, parents, external agencies, and academic research. ACS provides teachers with opportunities for continuing professional development, as we believe education is a lifelong process. The school encourages parents to understand, and become advocates of, our educational practices.