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Number of students |
During 2018, 890 students were enrolled for the next academic school year (day students and boarders). |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Argentine, Korean, Chinese, English, Colombian and Brazilian amongst others. Our boarding programme enables us to have a variety of nationalities represented at our school. |
Most common nationality |
The most common nationality is Argentine. |
Ratio of local students to international students |
10 % of our students are foreign nationals whilst 90% are Argentine. |
Max. number of students per class |
College: 3 divisions with 24 students each one.
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Average number of students per class |
College: 22 students in each class.
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Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Classes in Kindergarten & Prep School have two full time teachers - one for English and one for Spanish which covers our bilingual programme requirements. |
Native English and Spanish speaking teachers |
The majority are native speakers in their language of instruction (English & Spanish). However, we have a mixture of External Examinations and National Curriculum, so many teachers rely on bilingual skills as the IGCSEs are examined only in English, but the IB has the opportunity for students to select the language of examination and we do our very best to accommodate these needs. |
Language support for students not fluent in English and Spanish |
Yes - there are methods of support for students who are not fluent in any of our languages of instruction (English and Spanish). Our international students with limited Spanish have separate timetabled classes in that language. For non-English speakers we have in-class support as well. A specialist teacher works with students at a more beginner and introductory level who need greater support.
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Additional language classes offered by the school |
French is introduced in the Prep School as a weekly workshop and can be completed upto IGCSE level. |
Use of technology in the classroom |
There is a BYOD (bring your own device) policy as student laptops are a requirement within College, and ipads are commonly used in most lessons in Prep. Collaborative networks such as Google Classroom are very common in most subjects. Students have access to different applications required by the school at the beginning of each academic year in their electronic devices. Whiteboards form part of classroom’s technological equipment.
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Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, when appropriate. |
Approximate hours of homework given |
We stagger it to try to ensure it is an achievable amount as we recognise that our school ends at 4:35 pm and then the students are heavily involved in after school activities including sport, creatives and academics. |
Uniform required |
Yes they are. Uniforms are purchased in the School’s shop located on Campus. |
Waiting list |
Yes, in most of the Kindergarten and Primary School groups. |
Entry evaluation for students |
All candidates have to undertake the School’s levelling entrance examination and a personal interview. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Oral & Written entrance levelling examinations (Spanish, English & Maths) help determine students appropriate academic setting. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is no deadline regarding registration for a new academic year. Each case is considered individually and on places available. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
98% of our 2018 graduates are attending higher educational institutions.
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External examinations or assessments available |
Primary School:
Secondary School:
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Results in these examinations |
KET & PET Exams:
IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education):
International Baccalaureate IB Diploma:
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Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
St George’s College is a lay school with optional religious instruction available for students. |
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Yes, we have an extensive network of buses bringing students to our campus from different parts of the city each day. This is contracted by the parents. |
School bus service available |
Yes, there is an extensive network of buses bringing students to our campus from different parts of the city each day. This is contracted by the parents. |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
We have a learning support department who work with our students with needs. They are involved with all aspects of the students learning. |
Learning support offered |
Involved with the following: admissions interview process, creation of support mechanisms and sharing of details of strategies to support, working with the access arrangements for assessments. Regular meetings with the students and parents to review and update the school records and strategies of support. |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Apart from differentiated lessons, which implies tailor teaching and learning to meet students needs, there are many opportunities for all students to participate and progress, not just the G & T. We also have had much successes in events such as Chemistry and Maths Olympiads. |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes. |
School start time |
Kindergarten: 8 am
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School finish time |
Kindergarten: 3 pm
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Supervised care before/after school |
Only in the case of boarding students. |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Saturday Sports Club (Prep and College): Rugby & Hockey.
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School provided lunches |
Yes. |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes. |
Sports activities included |
At St George's Physical Education and Sports are understood as fundamental components in the comprehensive education of students. Annual Sports Programme
April – July
August – September – October
October – November – December
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Sports facilities at the school |
5 Rugby Pitches
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Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, the organization of internal events, Inter-houses and Inter-schools in a local, national or international scale are part of the school’s sports programme. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Our learners community profile makes of St George’s College an international educational environment were the responsibility of learning, health care and well-being is shared by all its members. |
Teaching approach of the school |
The School offers a bilingual curriculum based on a trans-disciplinary learning and impulsed by concepts, with a simultaneous articulation between theory and practice.
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