Our teaching philosophy is very individualistic. We provide each student with the opportunity and support to reach their full individual potential. We believe that all students can learn, and each is a unique person with equal potential to make a positive contribution to our school community. We support this philosophy through high standards of achievement and performance.

Our American Diploma School is designed to be a place where all students can learn and feel good about themselves. We affirm the fundamental right of every student to learn to the best of their ability and potential in an environment that is positive, safe, friendly, caring and supportive of young people. We recognize that students arrive at our American School with differing backgrounds, influences and needs. We believe that our American program and practices meet all students' needs.

Our priorities are that students and families form meaningful relationships with teachers, and that every teacher has the opportunity to truly get to know each student and to work together with his/her family to establish appropriate educational goals.

We encourage students to take pride in their school and themselves through recognition of self-identity, family and culture. We expect students to acknowledge and respect the rights of all students and staff who make up our American School.