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| Max. number of students per class |
16 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English Language Learners |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Waiting list |
Depends on the grade level. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Admission to Verita will be on the basis of previous school reports and entrance forms through to the end of Year 2. There will be no entrance testing for these years. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The school may administer basic tests for reading, writing and mathematics in all other years (higher than Year 3). Children coming from non-English speaking schools will be tested for English competency from Year 6 on. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning Support Team - Verita admits students with a broad range of educational, social and emotional needs provided that the school has the resources to meet those needs. |
| Learning support offered |
The Learning Support team at Verita School coordinates programs and services for students with additional needs, based on the DIR/Floortime model. This developmental model offers a holistic child approach, taking into account their individual differences and fostering emotional connection through relationships. |
| School start time |
9:00 |
| School finish time |
15:45 |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Wow lab workshops, learn with music, swimming, fencing, theater - drama and acting classes, fun crafts, robotics academy, Aikido, creative children dance, piano, computer programming, chess, handball, tennis, active readers club, guitar. |
| School provided lunches |
All lunches and snacks are cooked by Verita's personal chef and are 100% Certified Organic and Bio. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Verita International School offers an environment which allows for the natural unfolding of the child and builds a foundation for lifelong learning. Through a carefully prepared environment and curriculum, the child is exposed to a variety of experiences and materials. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Verita's mission is to nurture and enrich the child’s intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth. |