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| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
43 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as an Additional Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Dutch, French |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Each student has access to a laptop |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB MYP E-Assessments, IB Diploma Programme |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Yes |
| Waiting list |
For some year groups. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. |
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
15:30 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
We organise a wide range of after school activities, supporting and adding to the academic curriculum. |
| School bus service available |
At the moment we don't provide school bus services. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes. |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Football, basketball, hockey, volleyball, badminton, cricket, softball, art, school band, dance, debate and public speaking. |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, acoustic auditorium, music room/rehearsal room, science labs, study spaces. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Gym |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Da Vinci International School is a welcoming, accessible school conveniently located close to the centre of Antwerp. It has a vibrant international community of students aged 3 to 18 representing over 40 nationalities. DVIS offers the International Baccalaureate PYP, MYP and DP curricula, taught by dedicated and passionate teachers. Students receive personal support, guidance and attention in small classes so they can reach their full potential. Over the past 25 years, DVIS has grown by staying small and ensuring a truly individual educational experience. |