School philosophy SJIRS believes that every human being is valuable and each student should be given the opportunity to work as a member of the international community.

SJIRS accepts primary responsibility for meeting the intellectual needs of the individual student. Teachers emphasise the mastery of academic materials through communication skills and maintain academic excellence.

SJIRS recognises its responsibility to work hand in hand with parents and relevant social agencies as appropriate to meet the social, emotional and academic needs of the students.

SJIRS recognises that effective teaching and learning can only be accompanied by continued development and maintenance of an outstanding teaching staff and an excellent curriculum.

SJIRS realises that change is a condition of life. It believes that one of its responsibilities is to provide each student with the tools and skills to adjust to change.

SJIRS believes that any decision must focus on youth and their education.

To take children as individuals and guide them towards their highest academic and social capabilities.

To help students realise their place as future citizens of the world community.

To guide students in understanding the global concepts of learning regardless of race, creed and colour.

To help students realize and appreciate the cultural heritage of their own country and to respect the emotional feelings of others.