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Indian International School BeninCotonou · CBSE Affiliated

Learning with purpose

The CBSE curriculum, delivered the IISBenin way — rigorous academics, personalised attention and a genuine love of learning, from Playgroup to Grade 10.

Our Curriculum

More than acquiring information

Our curriculum fosters a love for learning, critical thinking, creativity and ethical responsibility — an inclusive environment that meets each student's diverse needs.

Holistic development

Academic subjects woven together with co-curricular activities, sports and the arts — building resilience, empathy and integrity alongside knowledge.

Personalised learning

Differentiated instruction, project-based learning and interdisciplinary approaches let each child set goals, explore passions and own their learning.

Global citizenship

Cross-cultural experiences and community engagement grow students who embrace diversity and carry a real sense of social responsibility.

Continuous improvement

The curriculum is reviewed regularly against best practice, feedback from families and educators, and advances in learning science.

Learning Journey

Every stage, by design

Four connected stages carry a child from their first classroom to the CBSE Board examinations.

Pre-Primary at IISBenin

Pre-Primary

Playgroup – KG · Ages 2–5

A warm, play-based start where curiosity, language and confidence take root.

Primary at IISBenin

Primary

Grades 1 – 5 · Ages 6–10

Strong foundations in literacy, numeracy and inquiry, guided by the CBSE curriculum.

Middle School at IISBenin

Middle School

Grades 6 – 8 · Ages 11–13

Deeper subject learning, projects and leadership as students find their voice.

Secondary at IISBenin

Secondary

Grades 9 – 10 · Ages 14–15

Focused preparation for the CBSE Board examinations and the pathways beyond.

Senior Secondary (Grades 11–12) upgrade in progress — affiliation period 2025 – 2030

Beyond the Classroom

After-school life, 1:40 – 2:40 PM

Students choose their activities each term — and can change them the next. Real interests, real skills, real joy.

Roller Skating

Open from Kindergarten upward — confidence on wheels every afternoon.

Dance Club

Free-style, hip-hop and classical forms for Primary and Senior classes.

Cookery Club

Grades 5–10 plan, prepare and share meals — nutrition education in action.

Sports Club

Table tennis and games that keep students active, healthy and stress-free.

Craft Club

Paper crafts, collage, stitching and beading for artistic minds.

Media Club

Public speaking — expression, voice modulation and stage confidence.

Coding

Programming skills that turn children into creators and problem solvers.