Frequently Asked Questions about The International School of Monaco in French Riviera - Côte d'Azur

Question 1

What is the total number of students in The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

750

Question 2

How many different nationalities are represented at The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

50

Question 3

What is the most common nationality at The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

British

Question 4

What is the ratio of local students to international students at The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

1:10

Question 5

Are the teachers at The International School of Monaco native speakers of the language in which they instruct students?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 6

For students who are not fluent in English or French, does The International School of Monaco offer extra classes for that language?

Accepted Answer

English Support
French Support

Question 7

What additional language classes does The International School of Monaco offer?

Accepted Answer

Italian, Spanish, German, Russian

Question 8

What is the maximum number of students in each classroom at The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

18

Question 9

What is the average number of students in each classroom at The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

16

Question 10

Does The International School of Monaco employ teaching assistants?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 11

How does The International School of Monaco use technology in the classroom?

Accepted Answer

Yes; ISM uses CleverTouch board in all classrooms, and all students from Class 4 to 13 receive a device (iPad or Macbook) for using technology purposefully to enhance learning.

Question 12

Does The International School of Monaco use, or is ready to use, virtual classroom technologies? For example, offering school lessons through online video conferencing in times of emergencies?

Accepted Answer

Yes, ISM has online video conferencing available for online meetings where necessary. Distance learning (with live classes held online) was an effective method already put into place by ISM during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although classes are now held in person again, ISM still offers distance learning as an option for recognised student athletes who are occasionally unable to attend class due to international competitions or training events in their sport, in line with ISM's accreditation as an Athlete-Friendly Education Centre (AFEC) by the World Academy of Sport.

Question 13

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 14

What external examinations or assessments do students complete at The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

IGCSE, IB Diploma

Question 15

What are the student results in external examinations or assessments completed at The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

IB Diploma pass rate: 100%
Average IB points in 2022: 39.7
IGCSE A*-C: 89%

Question 16

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 17

What is the suggested amount of time that students need to complete their homework?

Accepted Answer

ISM has an approved Homework Guidelines policy in place, and the suggested amount of time for homework varies depending on the year group.

Question 18

What percentage of students attend a higher educational institution after graduating from The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

80%

Question 19

Does The International School of Monaco have specialized staff or specialized programs to support children with special learning needs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, ISM has an experienced team of Learning Support specialists who are available to help students with mild learning challenges.

Question 20

What kind of support does The International School of Monaco offer for students with special learning needs?

Accepted Answer

Our Learning Support team provides various one-to-one, small group and in-class interventions for students with gaps in learning or with diagnosed learning differences such as dyslexia, dyscalculia or a slower processing speed.

Question 21

How does The International School of Monaco support gifted, able and talented students?

Accepted Answer

Our able, gifted and talented students are supported by individualised pathways, such as advanced mathematics courses or additional languages. We also support them by providing in-class curriculum extensions and out-of-lesson experiences that enrich their understanding of our world.

Question 22

Are students provided access to an educational psychologist?

Accepted Answer

The school supports families in connecting with external educational psychologists, both locally and in their home language whenever possible.

Question 23

Does The International School of Monaco perform an evaluation (such as entry exams, assessments or screenings) before enrolling new students?

Accepted Answer

The entrance test is mandatory for any applications to Class 3 and above.

Question 24

What kind of evaluation before accepting new students does The International School of Monaco perform?

Accepted Answer

It is a diagnostic assessment that is designed to help students and their teachers understand how they learn and what their academic potential might be. It assesses how students think in areas that are known to make a difference to learning.

Question 25

Is there a waiting list to attend The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

There is a waiting list for many of our year groups.

Question 26

What is the deadline for registration in a new academic year at The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

For the school year starting in September: 
Early applications: all applications received before January 10th will be considered early applications, and a decision will be given between January 26th - 31st. 
Mid-year applications: all applications received between January 11th and March 19th will be considered mid-year applications, and a decision will be given between April 10th - 30th. 
Late applications: all applications received between March 20th and May 20th will be considered late applications, and a decision will be given between June 11th - 30th.

Any parents wishing to make an application after May 20th should contact the school to ascertain whether places remain available.

Question 27

Does The International School of Monaco allow students to join an academic year that has already started?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 28

What time does The International School of Monaco start?

Accepted Answer

Kindergarten: 8:45
Primary School: 8:30
Secondary School: 8:15

Question 29

What time does The International School of Monaco finish?

Accepted Answer

Kindergarten: 12:00 - All children finish at 12:00 on Wednesdays.
Primary School: 15:30 - All children finish at 12:00 on Wednesdays.
Secondary School: 16:00 - All children finish at 15:00 on Wednesdays.

Question 30

Does The International School of Monaco have a school bus service available to students?

Accepted Answer

A school bus service is operational from the 1st start day of the local Monaco schools (early September). This is a dedicated public bus which collects our students from designated bus stops and delivers them to ISM.

Question 31

Are lunches offered at The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 32

Are students required to wear a uniform?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 33

Which extracurricular activities or clubs does The International School of Monaco offer?

Accepted Answer

ISM offers an extensive extracurricular programme that includes creative arts, athletics, Model United Nations, music, publication, choir, language clubs, chess, the Duke of Edinburgh International Awards and theatre productions.

Question 34

What facilities (other than sports) are available for students at The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

ISM has 4 libraries, a science building containing 5 science labs, multiple music rooms, art rooms and a drama room, as well as the Sunrise Café, a dedicated lounge area exclusively for Year 12 and 13 students to have lunch or snacks, study or meet.

Question 35

What qualities and characteristics define The International School of Monaco?

Accepted Answer

The International School of Monaco is an international school with a bilingual programme French/English, in Early Years and Primary Schools, offering Cambridge International IGCSE and followed by IB Diploma and IB careers- related Diploma.

Question 36

How can the teaching approach at The International School of Monaco be described?

Accepted Answer

ISM's mission is to provide an outstanding education for students so that they are happy, confident, independent, multilingual and responsible global citizens.

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