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| Number of students |
Over 600 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Over 40 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes, our teachers are Canadian certified. |
| 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 |
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| 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. |
| 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, we offer online programs for students who cannot come on campus. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
CIS students in Grade 6 and Grade 9 take the Alberta(Canada) Provincial Achievement Test, Grade 12 students take the Alberta(Canada) Diploma Test. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% of our students will graduate and attend college or university. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
All students have to pass the Admissions Test to be enrolled in CIS. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
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 |
We accept mid-year, students need to pass the Admission Test to be enrolled. |
| School start time |
8:20 |
| School finish time |
3:06 |
| School bus service available |
CIS has school bus service for students in Guangzhou area, including Tianhe, Panyu, Haizhu, Yuexiu District. |
| School provided lunches |
CIS students have snacks twice a day and we provide lunch service to all students. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
| Uniform required |
All students are required to wear uniform on school days. Secondary students are required to wear formal uniform and change for PE. |
| 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. |
| Sports activities included |
Soccer, basketball, volleyball, swimming, etc, |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
CIS Grizzlies. With over 20 different teams, there are many opportunities for students in Grades 2-12 to be involved in a competitive team. |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Theatre, Science/Chemistry/Biology labs, music and dance room, Fine art studio. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Competitive running track, advanced indoor and outdoor basketball field, indoor swimming pool |
| 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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