Supportive Instructional Unit & Higher Order Thinking Skills

Supportive Instructional Unit Higher Order Thinking Skills

Supporting Every Learner. Challenging Every Thinker.

At Meru International School, we recognise that every learner has different strengths, needs and ways of learning.

Our Supportive Instructional Unit (SIU) provides tailored academic support for students who require additional assistance with their physical, social, cognitive or emotional development. At the same time, our Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) programme challenges high achieving students to think more deeply, explore ideas and engage with greater academic rigour.

Together, these approaches reflect Meru's commitment to creating learning experiences that respond to the individual needs and potential of every student.

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Personalised learning support at Meru

Supportive Instructional Unit (SIU)

Personalised Learning Support for Every Student

The Supportive Instructional Unit (SIU) at Meru provides tailored academic support for students who may require additional assistance with their physical, social, cognitive or emotional development. Our educators adapt teaching approaches and curriculum experiences to help every child participate meaningfully in their learning journey.

  • Individualised Support

    Understanding each child's strengths and needs.

  • Individual Educational Plans (IEP)

    Personalised plans to guide learning and track progress.

  • A Supportive Environment

    Ensuring every student feels included, valued and confident.

Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)

Encouraging Deeper Thinking for a Brighter Tomorrow

Our Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) programme offers additional academic rigour for students who demonstrate strong thinking abilities. It goes beyond rote learning, encouraging students to question, analyse, apply knowledge and create new ideas.

Know More About Our Approach
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  • Question

    Ask meaningful questions and explore ideas.

  • Analyse

    Examine information and identify connections.

  • Apply

    Use knowledge in real-life contexts.

  • Create

    Develop ideas and find thoughtful solutions.

Students building ideas together at Meru
Ideas Today
Brighter Tomorrow

Two Approaches. One Purpose.

Helping Every Learner Move Forward.

Students learn in different ways and at different paces. Some may benefit from additional academic and developmental support, while others may be ready for greater challenge and academic depth.

At Meru, Supportive Instructional Unit and Higher Order Thinking Skills enable us to respond to these different learning needs while keeping every child's growth at the centre of the learning experience.

  • Support

    when it is needed.

  • Challenge

    when it is possible.

  • Growth

    for every learner.

Learning That Meets Every Child Where They Are

Every Learner Has Potential.
Every Mind Has Possibilities.

Education becomes more meaningful when students receive the right level of support and challenge.

Through personalised support, thoughtful pedagogy and opportunities for deeper thinking, Meru International School aims to create an environment where students can build confidence, develop their strengths and continue progressing on their individual learning journeys.