Welcome to our Lower School at ACS Hillingdon.
Here you’ll find children who come to our school from all around the world, having had a variety of experiences. They have a range of backgrounds, interests, and abilities, and bring with them countless talents. With such a rich mixture of students, it is inevitable that our children receive an education beyond reading, writing and arithmetic. Internationalism is naturally part of our school culture, and we recognize and celebrate diversity in a variety of ways.
As a faculty, we have developed sound educational practices that reflect our beliefs. Research, however, says that teaching ability, not merely school programs, is the most significant determiner of student achievement. In our Lower School, I am surrounded by an experienced team of teachers with amazing energy, proficiency, and dedication. They are passionate about teaching and about children, and in constant pursuit of professional growth. It is the quality of teaching that brings our sound programs to life and makes a difference with each child.
In our Lower School, we strive to meet each child’s individual needs and learning styles through a well-balanced curriculum. By varying the task and/or the materials, and with multiple teachers in a class of twenty students or less, we are successfully able to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of virtually every student.
Since joining ACS in 1992, I have witnessed many changes normal for a healthy, growing organization. What hasn’t changed, however, is also important. Our parent survey results consistently indicate that we are a warm, welcoming community. We value and nurture each child’s natural enthusiasm for learning and build his/her confidence and self-esteem. It is indescribable, but we all contribute something special to ACS and receive something special back.
I warmly welcome you to visit us.
Michelle Eriksen
Lower School Principal
ACS Hillingdon International School
108 Vine Lane
Hillingdon, Middlesex
UB10 0BE England
Telephone: +44 (0) 1895 259771
Fax: +44 (0) 1895 256974
Email: meriksen@acs-england.co.uk
