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Languages
As an international school we recognize the benefits of multilingualism and value our multiculturalism. Languages and language awareness are a top priority at ISL. Here's why:
- Our student body is comprised of 45 nationalities.
- Our staff members come from 23 different countries.
- 75% of our families speak a language other than English at home.
- Luxembourg, our host country, is trilingual; French, German and Luxembourgish are the official languages and all three are widely used.
In order to meet the needs of our students we run comprehensive programmes in English as an Additional Language for English Language Learners across the school as well as Modern Language programmes teaching all levels of French in grades K-12 and German in grades 6-12.
We recognize the important role of the first language in enhancing second language acquisition, cognitive growth, and students' overall well-being. ISL therefore hosts a number of mother tongue programmes organised by various community groups whose goal is to further students' growth and development in their native languages and cultures.
