United Nations International School

At a glance (from the school's website)

• UNIS says it works under the auspices of the United Nations and follows UN ideals. Its mission describes a rigorous international program in a diverse, inclusive setting.
• The history section says UN parents founded the school in 1947 for an international education while keeping diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Divisions are Junior School (Pre-K through 4th grade), Middle School (5th through 8th), and Tutorial House (9th through 12th).
• High school text says the program leads to the IB Diploma Programme. The site notes UNIS was among the first schools in the IB Diploma program and offers bilingual diplomas.
• A statistics block on the site lists how many students attend, how many countries they represent, and how many languages are offered.
• Language information states English is the language of instruction and names several additional taught languages.
• The site promotes UNIS-UN as a student-run conference that meets in the United Nations General Assembly Hall.

About United Nations International School

United Nations International School in New York is a Pre-K through Grade 12 day school in Manhattan, linked to the ideals of the United Nations. Founded in 1947, it was among the first schools in the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme and offers bilingual diploma options. Public materials cite about 1,450 students from over 100 countries, with English as the language of instruction and several additional languages. Junior, middle, and high school divisions lead into the IB, supported by arts, athletics, travel, and unique ties to the UN community.