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| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
26 |
| Most common nationality |
About 30% are from the Indian sub-continent, 20% are Japanese and the remaining 50% are from Europe and the rest of the world. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
20% local : 80% international |
| Native English speaking teachers |
SMIS prioritises the recruitment of highly qualified and experienced British and International staff. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English for Speakers of other Languages |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Interview and assessment |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Special Educational Needs |
| Learning support offered |
SMIS teaches all of its children in mainstream classrooms however SMIS does accept a limited number of applications from parents who have children with mild special educational needs. These additional needs may include: learning difficulties; language and communication delay; children with social or emotional problems or children with gaps in their learning due to moving around different school systems. As SMIS is not a barrier-free school it has limited facilities and provision to support children with physical disabilities. |
| School start time |
8:50 |
| School finish time |
15:15 |
| Sports facilities at the school |
2 shaded play areas, including a rooftop play space |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Founded in 1946, St. Michael’s International School offers a distinctive British-style primary education within a culture of academic excellence and a caring family community. SMIS focuses solely on children aged between three and eleven years of age and maintains a strong connection to the Anglican church. |