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Snapshot: Harare International School
Year founded: 1992 Curriculum: IB PYP, IB MYP, IB DP Instructional language: English Alternate instructional language: None Start grade: PreK End grade: 12
About: Harare International School
Founded in 1992, Harare International School (HIS) is a not-for-profit, co-educational day school located in the vibrant capital of Zimbabwe. Set on a lush 22-acre campus in the leafy suburb of Mount Pleasant, HIS provides a world-class international education to a diverse student body representing over 40 nationalities. The school is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Middle States Association (MSA), and offers the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).
HIS is known for its inclusive, inquiry-driven approach to learning that encourages students to engage with authentic experiences both in and beyond the classroom. Students graduate with the skills, confidence, and values needed to thrive in an ever-changing global landscape. The school’s mission – to inspire curiosity, embrace challenge, and nurture personal growth – infuses every aspect of life at HIS, from academics to extracurriculars.
Educators at HIS join a collaborative, student-focused community that values cultural diversity, open-mindedness, and holistic development. Supported by exceptional facilities and a commitment to ongoing professional learning, teachers are empowered to lead engaging, meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for success beyond graduation.
Ethos: Harare International School
At the heart of HIS is a deep belief in the power of education to shape lives and communities. The school’s mission statement – A Boldly Diverse Learning Community that Inspires Curiosity, Embraces Challenge, and Nurtures Personal Growth – guides everything from curriculum design to classroom culture.
HIS fosters an environment where students are encouraged to ask questions, take risks, and reflect on their growth as learners and individuals. Leadership development, service learning, and co-curricular activities are central to this ethos, helping students understand their roles as compassionate global citizens. Whether leading a community initiative, presenting at ZiMUN (Zimbabwe’s premier Model United Nations conference), or performing in a music festival, HIS students are continually challenged to grow in confidence, empathy, and integrity.
For teachers, this ethos translates into a vibrant professional culture that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous reflection. Staff are supported to bring their full selves to the classroom and to contribute meaningfully to the school’s mission and community.
Facilities: Harare International School
HIS’s expansive campus is purpose-built to support dynamic, student-centred learning across all age groups. Each division—early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school—has dedicated learning spaces designed to foster creativity, inquiry, and collaboration.
Highlights include:
An award-winning Performing Arts Center with a 700-seat theatre, music classrooms, practice rooms, and a drama studio
Three science labs and dedicated art rooms across divisions
A well-resourced library with over 25,000 volumes
A large gymnasium and on-site fitness centre
A swimming pool and outdoor facilities for soccer and basketball
Purposefully preserved green spaces that reflect the natural beauty of Zimbabwe
These facilities not only enhance academic and artistic pursuits but also provide students with a safe and inspiring environment in which to explore their interests and talents.
Location: Harare International School
Harare International School is located in Mount Pleasant, a peaceful and verdant suburb of Harare, Zimbabwe’s capital city. Harare is known for its vibrant culture, warm climate, and welcoming community, making it an appealing destination for international educators seeking both professional opportunity and quality of life.
Zimbabwe offers breathtaking natural beauty, including must-see destinations such as Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, the Eastern Highlands, and the Zambezi River. Around 8% of the country is protected as national parkland, providing ample opportunity for weekend exploration and unforgettable wildlife experiences.
Living and working in Harare combines the best of both worlds: the richness of African heritage and community with the comforts and connections of international living. For educators who value meaningful work, authentic community, and adventure, HIS is a place where careers – and lives – can flourish.
Benefits: Harare International School
Flights/Transport: Economy class airfare (including spouse and qualifying dependents) from your contracted home of record, and annually thereafter after the first contract.
Shipping Allowance: Provided.
Settling In Allowance: Provided.
Accommodation: Accommodation if offered at the school. It will be 3 to 4 bedroom furnished stand alone house on a fairly large stand/yard.
Dependent Opportunities: Tuition waiver two dependent children.
Medical: Medical insurance (including dental), coverage includes spouse and three dependent children resident in Zimbabwe up to the age of 18.
Disability: The School shall provide overseas disability insurance to cover loss of earnings due to long-term disability.
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