Visual Arts, Music, Drama

The Secondary Visual Art program actively engages students in project-based learning, fostering creative thinking and problem-solving skills while promoting awareness and interest in the Visual Arts. Each unit of work focuses on a concept or area of investigation, encouraging students to develop critical and creative thinking. Students analyse artworks and artists from ancient times through the traditional period, the modern and postmodern periods, and contemporary practice.

This course empowers students to express their ideas and interests about the world, engage in contemporary forms of communication, and reflect on and write about their experiences. Common themes connect practical and theoretical work, giving students the flexibility to explore new artmaking approaches. With the excellent facilities in our Visual Arts Department, students produce a wide range of artworks in mediums such as drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, film, animation, photography, graphic design, and sculpture.

The Australian International School nurtures talented young individuals to inspire audiences with their musicality. With dedicated programs covering 21 instruments and extensive choir and voice opportunities, our students can participate as beginner musicians or join professional ensembles that extend the skills of our most accomplished artists.

We believe that music education is essential to the holistic development of every child. It enhances emotional well-being, fosters critical thinking and teamwork, develops motor skills, and ignites a lifelong passion for music.

From their earliest days in the Early Years program to their graduation from AIS, your child embarks on a progressive musical journey that prepares them to enjoy, participate in, or work in the arts. Our passionate specialist teachers deliver personalised musical programs, promoting the highest standards of artistic excellence and helping your child become an accomplished musician.

We take pride in our musicians’ achievements and look forward to inspiring your child.

The Drama curriculum and CCA offerings at AIS provide diverse and exciting opportunities for students to investigate, explore, create, and perform live theatre. Covering issue-based topics, world theatre, and various performance skills, these courses develop confidence, critical thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively through dramatic expression.

All students in Years 7 and 8 study Drama as part of the curriculum, and many choose to continue their Drama studies as an elective in Years 9 and 10. At the HSC and IB Diploma levels, students undertake two-year courses that cultivate important lifelong skills fostered by an arts education.

Our comprehensive drama program is supported by:

• A state-of-the-art Theatre
• Instruction by specialist drama staff
• Participation in yearly dramatic productions
• CCA Drama clubs (such as musical theatre and LAMDA)
• Visiting artists-in-residence and live performances
• Local and international drama excursions
• Membership to the International Schools Theatre Association (ISTA)