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Language of instruction		English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes	Average
Class sizes	Maximum	30 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus

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Yearly fees:	from: HK$133,800 to: HK$140,700

School fees range in HKD valid for the academic year 2019/2020

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Nationalities

Number of students	1210
Number of nationalities represented in the school	West Island School is a community of multilingual learners who have various nationalities and cultural backgrounds. We have more than 40 first languages/mother tongues in the school and this contributes a diversity and dynamism to our international school
Most common nationality	British

The classroom

Max. number of students per class	It depends on the subject.
Does the school employ teaching assistants?	Yes.
Native English speaking teachers	Yes.
Language support for students not fluent in English	Yes, we offer English for Academic Purposes to support students.
Additional language classes offered by the school	Chinese, French and Spanish
Use of technology in the classroom	WIS is a 1:1 laptop school with digital literacy as part of the curriculum.
Do teachers assign homework to their students?	Yes

School policies

Uniform required	Pre 16 students (Years 7-11) are required to wear a school uniform. Post 16 students (Years 12-13) do not wear a uniform.
Entry evaluation for students	Yes

Extracurricular activities

Sports facilities at the school

2 sports halls, indoor swimming pool

About the school

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

West Island School is one of 21 schools run by the English Schools Foundation (ESF). The ESF was founded by Ordinance in 1967 to provide a ‘modern liberal education’ through the medium of English.
WIS distinction lies in the pursuit of high academic attainment through support, encouragement, praise and motivation. The quality of the relationship between students and teachers is outstanding as is the quality of teaching and learning. WIS believes in partnership between students, parents, teachers and support staff and view the school's cultural diversity as a means of enriching the life of the school. The school has a strong sense of deep links to the local community and engages in global action to aid others as a central mission hence “Inspiring students to become responsible global citizens”. In short, life at West Island is full of challenge and opportunity – both academic and personal.