[1] The ISH is an International Baccalaureate World School, with IB programs offered from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

The school's strategic plan, the philosophies of the International Baccalaureate[2] Programmes, along with the Finnish education regulations and the standards set forth by the accrediting agencies mentioned above all contribute to the structure and operation of ISH.

The school is administered by a Board of Governors elected by the ISH Parents Association to two-year terms.

The intended goal of the ASA Programme is to offer students both competitive and non-competitive activities and athletics options.

Lower School students have a variety of clubs to choose from, which include arts, comics, dancing, drama, games, music, and various sports.