In planning programs, teachers aim to help students acquire varied and correct language through instruction combined with interesting and purposeful activities in Reading, Writing, Mathematics and Science.

Teachers will plan activities that blend materials in an interactive way. Various components are approached through independent reading, shared reading, read aloud and use of  the media. The writing process will be followed - prewriting, drafting, revision, editing, publishing. Instructional approaches include - modeled writing, guided and independent writing. When developing the Mathematics program, teachers weave together related expectations as well as relevant mathematical processes such as a hands-on-approach using manipulatives. Teachers bring enthusiasm and varied teaching approaches to the classroom, addressing different student needs and ensuring sound learning opportunities for each student.

It is important for teachers to use a variety of instructional assessment and evaluation strategies, in order to provide numerous opportunities for students to develop their ability to solve problems, reason mathematically, and connect the mathematics they are learning to the real world around them. Oppurtunities to relate knowledge and skills to wider contexts will motivate students to learn and to become lifelong learners.

Gulf International School uses a wide range of diverse texts and resources to support our curriculum at all North American or British published books and teaching materials. This is important as we are fulfilling a wide range of diverse requirements, skills and talents across our school population. The children's needs will be well met.