Quick summary of key school information
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| Number of students |
220 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
About 25 |
| Most common nationality |
English |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
15% |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
We offer extra support |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Mandarin |
| Max. number of students per class |
Reception class: 30
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| Average number of students per class |
Reception Class: 20
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| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
All classrooms at all 3 campuses are now equipped with Interactive Boards.
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| 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 |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No, we are a non religious school. We respect all faiths. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
None |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Students are requested to read daily, which should take no more than 20-30 minutes to complete, depending on the class level. This is the key homework assignment, as educational research shows that there is a positive correlation between the ability to read and doing well academically. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
Over 80 percent |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Students can be challenged and extended through differentiated work. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Interview with the class teacher |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Assessment of reading, writing and Maths skills |
| Waiting list |
For some year groups |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We accept application all year round. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
Reception class: 9:00am
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| School finish time |
Reception class: 2:45pm
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| Supervised care before/after school |
No |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
The children are required to bring their own lunches to school. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Soccer, drama, choir, dance, cookery, basketball etc. |
| Sports activities included |
PE is twice weekly |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Occasionally |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Playground and access to football pitch and basketball court |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Established in 1995, Lantau International School is like no other school in Hong Kong. Nestled amidst the scenic splendour of South Lantau in three campuses, Cheung Sha (4,500sq/ft) , Tong Fuk (12,000sq/ft) and Pui O (9,000sq/ft) LIS operates 14 classes for a maximum intake of 320 pupils. The school boasts a unique balance between a Primary English education and the greenest environment of Hong Kong, in low rise buildings. At LIS, children will receive a well-rounded education of the highest standard where they will flourish both socially and academically. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
As Hong Kong is such a diverse city, and as LIS truly is an international school with both children and teachers coming from all over the world, the British National Curriculum is adapted so that it is applicable to all pupils.
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