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Learning Centre (LC) at Bangalore International School

Inclusive Learning Support within an International School Environment


At Bangalore International School, every student’s learning journey is recognised as unique. The Learning Centre (LC) exists to ensure that students with diverse learning profiles receive the support they need to thrive within the classroom community.

Support at BIS is not separated from mainstream learning. Instead, it is thoughtfully integrated into daily academic life so that students continue to participate fully in their section while receiving personalised guidance.

The Learning Centre reflects the school’s long-standing commitment to inclusive international education in Bangalore. It provides structured support while maintaining each student’s confidence, independence, and sense of belonging.

Inclusive Learning Support within an International School Environment

At Bangalore International School, every student’s learning journey is recognised as unique. The Learning Centre (LC) exists to ensure that students with diverse learning profiles receive the support they need to thrive within the classroom community.

Support at BIS is not separated from mainstream learning. Instead, it is thoughtfully integrated into daily academic life so that students continue to participate fully in their section while receiving personalised guidance.

The Learning Centre reflects the school’s long-standing commitment to inclusive international education in Bangalore. It provides structured support while maintaining each student’s confidence, independence, and sense of belonging.

Our Approach to Inclusive Learning

Individualised Education Plans

Students who require additional support may receive Individualised Education Plans designed to address specific learning goals. These plans are developed collaboratively by teachers, specialists, and families.

Small Group Intervention

Targeted small-group sessions allow students to strengthen key academic skills such as literacy, numeracy, organisation, and study strategies.

In-Class Collaborative Support

Where appropriate, Learning Centre specialists work alongside classroom teachers to support students within the learning environment itself. However, we do not follow a shadow teacher concept.

Professional Referrals

When necessary, the school may recommend external specialists such as speech or occupational therapists to support a student’s development.

Alternative Academic Pathways

In certain cases, flexible pathways are considered to help students continue progressing in ways that match their strengths and needs.
This balanced approach allows students to receive structured academic support while remaining part of the broader classroom experience.

Outcomes for Students

Through the Learning Centre, students often demonstrate:

  • Increased academic confidence
  • Improved literacy and numeracy development
  • Stronger emotional resilience
  • Greater independence in learning
  • Clear transition planning between sections

The goal is not simply support. It is empowerment. Students develop strategies that help them participate successfully in their academic environment.

FAQs - Learning Centre

Does BIS support students with learning differences?

Yes. The Learning Centre provides structured support for students with diverse learning profiles after assessing the students’ baseline functioning.

Are Individualised Education Plans provided?

Yes. Plans are created based on baseline assessment, teacher observations, and individual needs.

Is support provided within the classroom or separately?

Both approaches may be used depending on the student’s learning requirements.Based on the student’s level of functioning, they either receive support from a special educator in the Elementary and Middle school classrooms, or they follow an adapted academic curriculum and therapy program at the Learning Centre. Since social inclusion is mandatory, students must be able to participate in extracurricular activities.

Does learning support affect Cambridge or IB progression?

Support is designed to maintain academic continuity and help students engage meaningfully with the curriculum.Students are provided with access arrangements recommended in their assessment reports. Students who are unable to pursue the Cambridge or IBDP program will be considered for the NIOS program.

Can families discuss learning needs before applying?

Yes. It is mandatory for families to share diagnostic reports, medical reports, previous assessment and school reports at the application stage, and meet the admissions team and Learning Centre Coordinator.