ACS Cobham is:
•       a dynamic educational community made up of international students, teachers, supporting staff and parents
•       accredited by The New England Association of Schools and Colleges

We offer:
•       a secular, American-based curriculum for students aged 2 to 18
•       an American High School Diploma
•       the International Baccalaureate Diploma
•       Advanced Placement (AP) courses

The Success of our programme is based on:

• teamwork, collaboration and the broad participation of our community
  
• the pool of diverse ideas, experiences and values which our community offers through the involvement of each individual
  
• a thorough awareness of educational programmes throughout the world
  
• continuous learning and professional development
  

We provide:

• each student with the opportunity and support to reach his or her full potential
  
• each family with effective guidance to pursue the next step in each student’s formal education
  

We believe that:

• all students can learn and each is a unique individual with equal potential to make a positive contribution to our school community
  
• it is important to instill an enthusiasm for lifelong learning in each student along with the skills necessary to prepare for the challenges and changes which will be faced in their future
  
• our students must develop the skills and understanding that will enable them to become responsible, contributing citizens of the global community
  
• physical activity, a healthy diet and well – informed decision-making are important for a healthy lifestyle
  
• self expression is enhanced through the development of aesthetic appreciation
  

We support our philosophy through:

•  high standards of achievement and performance
  
•  a developmental, student-centered approach to teaching
  
•  a comprehensive and varied curriculum aimed at understanding
  
•  a constructivist approach to learning and understanding through the development of critical and creative thinking skills
  
•  independent learning skills and self-reflection in the learning process
  
•  constructive feedback for learning
  
•  nurturing a strong sense of self-esteem, personal integrity, and a respectful, caring attitude towards others
  
•  developing an understanding of, and appreciation for, the philosophies of people from many different cultures
  
•  facing problems within a framework of fairness and shared values
  
•  nurturing a sense of responsibility for our environment
  
•  encouraging participation in fine arts through a variety of fine arts opportunities
  
•  teaching the principles associated with healthy living and encouraging participation in physical activity.