Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
88 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
15 |
| Most common nationality |
Portuguese |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
50:50 |
| Native English and Portuguese speaking teachers |
Yes, native English speakers, native Portuguese speakers |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and Portuguese |
Yes, extra language classes are available for student who do not have a proficiency in English and Portuguese |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
None |
| Max. number of students per class |
16 |
| Average number of students per class |
12 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Focus is on real textbooks and workbooks for most lessons, we have additional coding classes to introduce technology in the classroom |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
Yes,, during COVID-19 we gave all classes online via video call during mandatory closure periods |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
The school is non-denominational |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We welcome children from all backgrounds and religions. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Cambridge Checkpoint |
| Results in these examinations |
Consistently in the Outstanding band of Cambridge checkpoint |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, homework is given by class teachers |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
20-30 mins per day |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
We would say most, based on the children who passed through the school and we are still in contact with. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No, we do not have specialised staff. |
| Learning support offered |
Where EHCP's are provided, we will accommodate and support parents, but the academic rigour of the school is not a natural fit for those with specialised learning needs. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Stronger students are identified and given extension work to maximise their potential. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Interview and assessment where required, |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
For all levels, a personal interview with the principal of the school is required. At Primary 1 level, an evaluation of the child will be used in a comprehensive assessment process by the school's Admissions Committee to determine the child's readiness for entrance into Primary 1. |
| Waiting list |
Admission is generally available, but on a class by class basis there may be a waitlist. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
August, but early applications are encouraged as classes are kept small and spaces are limited. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
Doors open at 8am |
| School finish time |
Last collection is 5pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
There are extra curricular activities available at the end of the school day |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, an on site chef prepares meals in our kitchens |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Generally the menu is fixed, but we will consider non-selective dietary requirements. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Coding, dance, swimming, |
| Sports activities included |
Swimming, general physical education |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, large open gardens |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Multisport pitch is due for install shortly |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The International School of Madeira offers bilingual education for children aged 3-10 years, using the Cambridge Primary syllabus. It is a school founded and run by teachers. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
ISM aims to provide, within a disciplined and caring framework, the educational and social foundations necessary to allow and encourage children to develop their potential. |
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