My time at DIA has been nothing short of transformational. I moved here in Year 7, having lived in four different countries and attended numerous schools, I needed an environment in which I would have the resources to grow and achieve my dreams, and DIA gave me exactly that. 

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Our school is built upon true internationalism-- you can walk through the halls and witness various celebrations, from Chinese New Year to Holi to Eid, I’ve had the opportunity to meet people from around the world, become increasingly open-minded, and strengthen my global network. DIA serves as the ultimate mediator for

cross-cultural exchange. 

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Academically, DIA ensures all students are supported to the point of success while promising classes remain challenging and interesting. The IB program has provided me with various lenses through which I can see the world-- be it one of TOK’s areas of knowledge, or finding unity in various bodies of work in English class, the diploma program has taught me to be principled and a life-long learner.  

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Our school’s strong sense of community has provided me with a sense of support that is a privilege to have. In year 13 alone, I’ve had the chance to work with students just starting school, and my peers in the years below, and with time, I’ve found a home for myself at DIA. I know I can return back to these halls and be welcomed with open arms, and that is something that I am extremely grateful for. 

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The careers counseling team at DIA provides a personalized advisory service. Whether you are interested in pursuing work experience or want to find the best-fit university, their expertise and warmth ensure they have space for everyone. As someone who wanted to see more of the world, I wasn’t sure where it would be best for me to go next. Working with the careers counseling team allowed me to outline universities across the globe that gave me the foundations I need to pursue my dreams. 

DIA has a wide range of extracurricular activities with a place for everyone. Our mother-tongue program allows expat students to retain linguistic connections across borders, and our sports team houses future Olympians. There is a spot for everyone, and our teachers are adamant about finding everyone a forte. 

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The Model United Nations program was a catalyst for me, I learned to be a strong public speaker and found that I had an inherent interest in developmental economics. DIA’s grasp of the IB program allowed me to craft my education and studies around my interests and led me to the realization that I wanted to pursue my higher studies in Land Economics in the fall, which I will be doing at the University of Cambridge.