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Literacy Corner
Our Literacy Corner offers engaging activities that immerse students in language and storytelling, helping them develop critical thinking, self-expression, and collaboration skills.
Reading Activities
Encouraging a love for books and enhancing comprehension through interactive reading experiences:
- Book Clubs: Group discussions analyzing and sharing opinions on selected books.
- Reading Challenges: Programs like "Read a Book a Week" or themed reading lists (e.g., fantasy, historical fiction).
- Author Visits & Read-Alouds: Authors share their work, and teachers model expressive reading.
- Literary Circles: Small group discussions focusing on character analysis, themes, and language.
- Speed Book Dating: Quick rounds where students recommend books to peers.
- Themed Libraries & Nooks: Spaces dedicated to specific genres or topics to inspire reading.
- Storytime for Younger Students: Older students read to younger ones, fostering mentorship.
Writing Activities
Helping students develop their voice and creativity through writing exercises:
- Creative Writing Workshops: Exploring genres like poetry, short stories, and scripts.
- Journal Writing Programs: Encouraging daily reflection, free writing, and journaling.
- Writing Competitions: Opportunities to submit essays, poetry, or fiction for recognition.
- Story Starters & Prompts: Creative exercises to build narratives from given ideas or images.
- Collaborative Writing Projects: Group storytelling, plays, or graphic novels.
- Fan Fiction: Re-imagining popular books or characters to spark creativity.
- Pen Pal Exchanges: Improving communication skills through letter writing.
Literature Activities
Deepening appreciation and analysis of literature through engaging experiences:
- Literary Analysis Workshops: Exploring themes, symbols, and historical contexts in literature.
- Poetry Slams: Competitive or casual poetry performances.
- Drama Readings: Performing scenes from plays or novels to understand dialogue and characters.
- Literature Appreciation Days: Themed events celebrating authors, genres, or literary movements.
- Interdisciplinary Projects: Combining literature with art, music, or history for a broader perspective.
- Classic vs. Modern Debates: Comparing themes, writing styles, and social relevance of past and present literature.
- Adaptation Screenings: Watching and analyzing film or theater adaptations of books.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
MIS is a public institution under the Ministry of Education and Human Development of Mozambique, with financial, administrative, and academic autonomy.
MIS offers the Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum..
The medium of instruction and the functional language at MIS is English.
Yes, Portuguese is taught as a compulsory subject at all grade levels..
Yes, MIS accepts students who speak languages other than English and provides an intensive English language programme for non-English speakers.
A typical school day at MIS begins at 7:30 AM and concludes at 3:30 PM, including extracurricular activitieYes, Portuguese is taught as a compulsory subject at all grade levels..
Yes, MIS offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including swimming, chess, dance, choir, piano, art, drama, and more.
Yes, extracurricular activities are included in the school fees.
No, meals, transport, and uniforms are not included in the school fees and are to be paid for separately.
Currently, MIS does not offer afternoon activities for Pre-School children.
No, the Cambridge IGCSE (Grade 11) does not equate to Grade 12 of the National Education System. To attain national Grade 12 certification, students must complete the Cambridge AS Level (Grade 12).
School fees can be paid via bank transfer, direct deposit into the MIS bank account, POS, or cheque at the MIS Finance Office.
Yes, MIS offers a 30% discount on the fee for the third child enrolled.
Academic Calendar - 2025
Term I
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| General Staff Meeting & Workshops | January 14 - 17, 2025 |
| Term 1 Begins for ALL Students | January 20, 2025 |
| Heroes Day (Public Holiday) | February 3, 2025 |
| Parent-Teacher Conference | February 27, 2025 |
| Half Term Break | February 28 - March 4, 2025 |
| School Resumes | March 5, 2025 |
| Mozambican Women's Day (Public Holiday) | April 7, 2025 |
| Last Day of Term 1 for Students | April 17, 2025 |
| Report to Parents / Last Day for Teachers | April 18, 2025 |
Term II
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| General Staff Meeting & Workshops | May 8 - 9, 2025 |
| Term 2 Begins for ALL Students | May 12, 2025 |
| Parent-Teacher Conference | June 20, 2025 |
| Half Term Break | June 23 - 24, 2025 |
| Independence Day (Public Holiday) | June 25, 2025 |
| School Resumes | June 26, 2025 |
| Last Day of Term 2 for Students | August 8, 2025 |
| Report to Parents / Last Day for Teachers | August 11, 2025 |
Term III
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| General Staff Meeting & Workshops | September 4 - 5, 2025 |
| Lusaka Accords Day (Public Holiday) | September 7, 2025 |
| Public Holiday | September 8, 2025 |
| Term 3 Begins for ALL Students | September 9, 2025 |
| Armed Forces Day (Public Holiday) | September 25, 2025 |
| Peace and Reconciliation Day (Public Holiday) | October 4, 2025 |
| Parent-Teacher Conference | October 16, 2025 |
| Half Term Break | October 17 - 20, 2025 |
| School Resumes | October 21, 2025 |
| Maputo City Day (Public Holiday) | November 10, 2025 |
| Last Day of Term 3 for Students | December 5, 2025 |
| Report to Parents / Last Day for Teachers | December 8, 2025 |
Summary
| Description | Number of Days |
|---|---|
| Total Teaching Days | 181 |
| Total Staff Preparation & Workshops Days | 8 |
| Total Work Days | 189 |
2025 Public Holidays
| Date | Holiday | Effect on School Day |
|---|---|---|
| January 1st | New Year’s Day | No Effect on School Day |
| February 3rd | Heroes Day | Affects School Day |
| April 7th | Mozambican Women’s Day | Affects School Day |
| May 1st | Worker’s Day | No Effect on School Day |
| June 25th | Independence Day | Affects School Day |
| September 7th | Lusaka Accords Day | No Effect on School Day |
| September 8th | Public Holiday | Affects School Day |
| September 25th | Armed Forces Day | Affects School Day |
| October 4th | Peace and Reconciliation Day | No Effect on School Day |
| November 10th | Maputo Day | Affects School Day |
Download the Academic Calendar HERE
School Uniform
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MIS requires all students to wear the school uniform as a means of promoting equality, a sense of pride, self-confidence, discipline, cohesion, mutual respect, safety, and integrity. Please refer to the School Uniform link for a description and styles. |