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| Number of students |
Over 400 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
45 |
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
15 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes, all teachers are Canadian certified teachers. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, we offer English language learning programs. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Mandarin, French, Arabic |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
In September 2017, CIS introduced its own technology program which invited students in grades 4-12 to bring their own device (BYOD) to school as another tool for learning. CIS will continue to have technology suites, iPads and laptops available for all students to use in CIS' learning commons and technology labs. CIS' students in Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 3 will continue have school-based technology for their usage inside in the classroom. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Admissions Test |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Admissions Test – students are require to take an English admissions test and participate in an oral interview as part of the qualification process. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% of our students will graduate and attend college or university. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:20 |
| School finish time |
3:10 |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Students at CIS can participate in our After School Activities. These activities are lead by our world-class teachers and it is a chance for students to follow their passions which may fall in the arts, the sports or the academics, among others. For example: chess, floor hockey, sewing, animal club and so on. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Sports activities included |
Soccer, basketball, volleyball, swimming, etc, |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Competitive running track, advanced indoor and outdoor sports facilities, indoor swimming pool |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
CIS Grizzlies. With over 16 different teams, there are many opportunities for students in Grades 2-12 to be involved in a competitive team. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Collaborate, Innovate, Succeed |
| Teaching approach of the school |
We're using the Alberta(Canada) curriculum. A student centered, inquiry approach to teaching and learning is emphasized in CIS. |
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