About Us

History, Mission, Vision, and purpose of First Heritage International School.

The idea of formulating an English School for national and international students started in the early 1990’s. It was not until the mid-90’s it became a reality and was named “Rainbow School.”

History

As the years proceeded, she built a reputation among the embassies and the locals. In 2002, Rainbow School had a student body that was made up diplomats from the American, Indonesian, Chinese, Guyanese, Dutch Embassy, and a few very influential Surinamese individuals.

In 2004, she started facing financial difficulties. To combat this financial crisis, the directress decided to partner with P.C. Adventure, a private Dutch school. This posed another issue- students from P.C. Adventure tuition were paid in guilders (at that period) while the students at Rainbow School were paying in US currency. This combination also caused issues between the diplomats and locals. A class division started which led to severe problems.

Because of all the issues, Rainbow School was offered to our academic supervisor- Miss Sheryl Ann Seeram (daughter of present directress Miss Basantie Arjun) who was a teacher at Rainbow School. It was later sold to Miss Arjun with all the issues.

In 2005, Rainbow School started functioning under the new administration – Miss Arjun.

Problems were gradually resolved, and school matters were moved ahead. It was clear to all that the institution was grounded on Biblical principles and was steered by the administrator under God’s blessings. Parents had to realized that Rainbow School was now functioning to its maximum capacity through the administration and not parents.

Rainbow School, under the administration of Miss Arjun grew to be the most successful English Christian School in Suriname. Now, her student body is made up of nationals of over nine different countries.

In 2023, she was renamed to First Heritage International School. Since, the school has grown in numbers causing another issue of not having adequate classroom accommodation. Now there is a need to expand the building.

Our Mission

First Heritage International School seeks to provide excellent educational opportunities from a Biblical perspective to produce sound Christ-like leaders for the future. She is committed in helping students develop and mature in a positive, Christ- centered environment that integrates learning and faith through Biblical training, discipline, and academic excellence.

Our Vision

First Heritage International School will be a positive, compassionate environment where learning is pursued with excellence, where faith is rooted only in Christ, and where character is exemplified through service. We are dedicated to creating a caring, well discipline, nurturing environment, producing diligent learners, Christ- like figures, and enriching students’ lives.

Our Core Values

Based on the principles of the scripture being the ultimate and final authority

Community

creating a caring, well discipline, nurturing environment by

Constant communication with parent about students’ academic and moral attributes
Using the Bible as the core for discipline
A faculty that is committed to teaching and sees her job as a calling from God, one who can be a Christ-like example to students, and one who can equip students in a God-fearing manner.
Encourage student leadership throughout the student body.

Knowledge

producing diligent learners by

Offering a comprehensive academic foundation from Biblical perspective for students of all levels
Developing thinking skills in our students
Equipped student to apply knowledge
Preparing students for the challenges of the world