Tag: Primary school

Radio Scoop's mascot Scoopy in the ISL assembly hall

15/12/20252025–2026 School YearCommunication, Community, Events, French, Inquiry-Based Learning, Kindergarten, Media, Middle school, Primary schoolby ISL

Radio Scoop Brings Broadcasting to ISL

Recently, our school welcomed the Radio Scoop crew for an exciting day of learning about radio operations and the various roles within a radio station. For Kindergarten and Grades 1–2, students enjoyed listening to an audio story featuring the mascot, Scoopy. They also engaged in a fun coloring activity and captured selfies to remember the experience. For Grades 3 to …

The International School of Lyon is delighted to welcome The Brown Derbies, the acclaimed acapella ensemble from Brown University, for a special visit on 16 January 2026 as part of their European tour. Known for their energetic performances, rich tenor through bass harmonies, and a repertoire spanning from 80s favourites to modern pop, the Derbies have shared their vibrant style …

Our Reading Buddies have been busy creating amazing Christmas decorations for our Library! This year they made ornaments using recycled pages from old, damaged books and some cardboard. Our Senior Kindergarten and Grade 3 Buddies made little elves with paper chains, and the Pre-Kindergarten/Junior Kindergarten and G5 Buddies made some beautiful origami Christmas trees together. The big shiny ornaments, crafted …

Three Grade 1 and 2 students wearing lab coats and posing together in front of desks

05/12/20252025–2026 School YearCommunity, Events, Exhibition, Grade 1, Grade 2, Inquiry-Based Learning, Parents, Primary school, PYP, Scienceby ISL

Hands On Learning at the Primary Science Fair

As part of the transdisciplinary theme ‘How the World Works’, the Grade 1 and Grade 2 students recently showcased their science projects in an exciting science fair that was attended by parents and other members of the school community. Working collaboratively in groups, they explored a topic that sparked their curiosity, following the scientific method from forming a question and …

students sitting in a theater facing the stage

28/11/20252025–2026 School YearArt, Grade 3, Grade 4, How We Express Ourselves, Inquiry-Based Learning, Music, Primary school, School trip, Unit of inquiryby ISL

Grade 3 & 4 Trip to Théâtre L’île Ô

To begin their new Unit of Inquiry ‘When Art Speaks’, under the transdisciplinary theme ‘How We Express Ourselves’, Grade 3 and 4 students took a trip to the Théâtre L’île Ô, situated on the Rhône River in Lyon. The show ‘Lumières’ introduced students to the Lumière brothers, Auguste and Louis Lumière, highlighting the transition between photography and film and the …

23/10/20252025–2026 School YearArt, Creativity, English, Grade 2, Inquiry-Based Learning, Language Learning, Parents, Primary school, PTAby ISL

Felt Dolls for Grammar Fun

The PTA Craft Club, inspired by Mme Marie’s vision, created colourful Grammar felt dolls for donation to our classrooms. Grade 2 students enjoyed meeting the “Common Noun” and “Proper Noun” dolls, using them in a playful sorting activity that brought grammar learning to life. A heartfelt thank you to the PTA Craft Committee for their creativity and generosity in bringing …

20/10/20252025–2026 School YearArt, Celebration, Community, Creativity, Design and Technology, Enrichment, Halloween, Primary schoolby ISL

Handicraft Club Crafts Halloween & Día de los Muertos Décor

The Handicraft Club created special decorations for Halloween and Día de los Muertos to brighten each primary classroom. The members enjoyed putting them up and enjoyed seeing their classmates’ surprise and appreciation!

03/10/20252025–2026 School YearCelebration, Food, Grade 1, Library, Literacy, Primary school, Unit of inquiry, Where We Are in Place and Time, Who We Are, Writingby ISL

Rice Munch Day in Grade 1

After sharing the book My Rice is the Best by Selina Brown in the library last week, Grade 1 (Bluebell Class) realised that food can be one of the special things that make us feel at home, bringing comfort, care, and happy memories. This idea tied beautifully into our Unit of Inquiry, Where We Are in Place and Time: Home …

4 teachers holding a colorful quilt created by students for ISL’s 20th anniversary

04/07/20252024–2025 School YearCelebration, Community, Creativity, Events, Kindergarten, Music, Primary school, Sportsby ISL

ISL Students Create Quilt to Mark 20 Years

To celebrate ISL’s 20th anniversary, the Primary and Kindergarten students collaborated on a beautiful giant quilt. Each student sewed a square depicting something they enjoy about school or being part of the ISL community. The quilt features many aspects of ISL life, including musical instruments, sports such as football, hockey and basketball, fruits and vegetables, and even a slice of …

A group of grade 1 and 2 students perform on hand drums

02/07/20252024–2025 School YearCommunity, Concert, Events, High school, Middle school, Music, Performance, Primary school, Secondary schoolby ISL

ISL Music Concert 2025

Tuesday 3rd June marked the annual ISL music concert at Salle Ellipse in Sainte-Foy. Over 120 students participated, from Grade 1 to Grade 11, showcasing a wide variety of film music repertoire, ensemble formations, and instruments. This event was a wonderful opportunity for students, staff, and families to come together as a school community and celebrate the learning and progress …

Primary school

Radio Scoop Brings Broadcasting to ISL

Welcoming The Brown Derbies to ISL

Reading Buddies Bring Christmas Cheer

Hands On Learning at the Primary Science Fair

Grade 3 & 4 Trip to Théâtre L’île Ô

Felt Dolls for Grammar Fun

Handicraft Club Crafts Halloween & Día de los Muertos Décor

Rice Munch Day in Grade 1

ISL Students Create Quilt to Mark 20 Years

ISL Music Concert 2025

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