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Number of students |
N/A |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Over 15 in applications so far |
Most common nationality |
American, HK, Mainland Chinese, Singaporean, Japanese, and British are key groups in applications so far. |
Ratio of local students to international students |
The school does not differentiate between local and overseas students. |
Max. number of students per class |
25 for Primary (ratio 1:25)
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Average number of students per class |
15 is estimated for the first year |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Not at this time |
Native English and Chinese speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English and Chinese |
In a bilingual setting, many students may be less strong in either English or Mandarin, and there are support schemes in place for both languages. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Only the core English and Mandarin. |
Use of technology in the classroom |
Children have access to laptops and chromebooks to enhance classroom learning in all curricular areas. |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Small amounts of age appropriate daily practice in areas such as reading is recommended |
Approximate hours of homework given |
The home learning programme operates on a cycle of approximately five weeks with activities for children to engage in, either independently or with parental support, at a time to fit in with family life. |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Waiting list |
Not yet, but interest for Years 1 & 2 for August 2020 is strong |
Entry evaluation for students |
All admissions to the school are based on an assessment. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The assessment is a low pressure one, usually in a group setting, to gauge student capabilities in social and academic areas, including language and mathematics. The school aims to be inclusive to meet the needs of all potential students, so the assessment is looking at capability and potential. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Admissions are ongoing, and places are offered when available subject to admissions and assessment procedures. However, there are annual deadlines for priority admissions assessment. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
N/A |
External examinations or assessments available |
None as yet |
Results in these examinations |
N/A |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
We offer a secular education. |
School bus service available |
Yes |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
The entry assessment is designed to help identify the needs of students and to consider the programmes that could be developed for them to enable them flourish. For example, time in a small support class, or under an adjusted timetable. Some staff have specific experience in dealing with additional learning needs. |
Learning support offered |
The entry assessment is designed to help identify the needs of students and to consider the programmes that could be developed for them to enable them flourish. For example, time in a small support class, or under an adjusted timetable. Some staff have specific experience in dealing with additional learning needs. |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
The entry assessment is designed to help identify the needs of students and to consider the programmes that could be developed for them to enable them flourish. For example, time in a small support class, or under an adjusted timetable. Some staff have specific experience in dealing with additional learning needs. |
Student access to education psychologist |
The school has arrangements with a number of private practices to provide collaborative educational support where required. |
School start time |
8:30am, 9am for kindergarten |
School finish time |
3:00pm, 2pm for kindergarten |
Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, for younger siblings in the kindergarten, if arriving for primary school hours. |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
A wide range is planned with a number of external providers, as well as in-house provision. The termly offering will vary, and activities will take place after school. Computing, coding, dance, yoga, art, drama, and board-games are likely options. |
School provided lunches |
Lunch can either be brought in from home or ordered from a specified meal delivery service company (The New Luncher). |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, New Luncher provides Asian, western, and other dietery options. |
Sports activities included |
Two weekly PE lessons will cover a range of sports and activities. Some ECAs will be sporting in nature. |
Sports facilities at the school |
The nearby government facilities will be used for PE lessons and other activities. The school’s hall will provide a venue for some PE activities for younger students. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
In the future, yes. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Our vision is to be a leading educational institution. where each and every learner is developed holistically. and given opportunities to flourish successfully. It is our mission to provide accessible quality education that nurtures individuals in innovative and inspiring ways, to be lifelong learners who contribute positively for a better tomorrow. |
Teaching approach of the school |
Our bilingual programme using Mandarin (taught using traditional characters) and English, and our chosen curriculum (International Primary Curriculum, or IPC), have been holistically designed to offer exciting and challenging learning opportunities for students in all areas. Teaching and learning is child-centred, promotes independence, aspires to high attainment, supports personal learning styles, celebrates success, and encourages partnership with parents. |