Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
560 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
30 |
| Most common nationality |
Korean, Germany, USA |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
All international |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English Language Support |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Mandarin, Korean, Spanish, German, French |
| Max. number of students per class |
N/a |
| Average number of students per class |
15 for Primary and 16 for Secondary |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We are an Apple school, with iPad use starting at Grade 2. We have a responsible tech use and AI policy. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
We have done remote learning during COVID. We offer Global Online Academy courses. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
| Results in these examinations |
We average a 35 diploma score, which is well above the global average. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the student, grade level, and subject. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
Almost 100%. Some take a gap year. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning Support |
| Learning support offered |
NIS' Learning Support Services system employs various strategies, including collaboration, co-teaching, push-in, and pull-out lessons, to assist students with diverse learning needs. LSS teachers collaborate with classroom teachers to customize programs, ensuring students receive the necessary accommodations and modifications. They offer targeted intervention programs as needed and facilitate referrals to professionals when necessary. LSS teachers also partner with specialists to arrange therapy and specialized programs from community professionals. NIS' LSS team consists of four specialists who share the common goals of providing targeted student support, working with families on individualized learning plans, and collaborating with colleagues to support all learners effectively. This is achieved through the use of assessment data, cooperation with external service providers, and discussions with leadership, admissions, counseling, and English Language Learning colleagues. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Differentiated learning. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, through our partners. We also have a team of professional, experienced social-emotional counsellors for both Primary and Secondary school. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
NIS does not have a testing/interview process to determine admissibility. However, there is an online test for students in Grade 3 and above in Maths and English which is used for diagnostic purposes and the Admissions Department will help to arrange this with prospective students directly. For students entering Grade 9 and above there will be an assessment to determine English language levels. |
| Waiting list |
For some grades, yes. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:00 |
| School finish time |
15:00 (except for Tuesdays when classes end at 14:30) |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Through after-school activities, clubs, and sports. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
150 student activities, including Art Club
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| Sports activities included |
NIS offers Basketball, Football, Volleyball, Badminton, Swimming, Track & Field, Cross Country, Table Tennis, Golf, Softball, and Floor Hockey. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
NIS offers students at all grade levels opportunities to participate in 10 different competitive sports. NIS welcomes passionate student-athletes as well as those who would like to experience a new sport. |
| Facilities at the school |
Cafeteria, design centre, performing arts centre, the black box, learning garden, bamboo forest |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Swimming pool, fitness room, gyms, soccer field, running track |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Founded in 1992, Nanjing International School is Nanjing's oldest international school and the first IB Continuum School in China. NIS' student-centred Pre-K to 12 International Baccalaureate curriculum sets NIS apart as a leading IB World School. NIS is proud to be the only independent, fully accredited non-profit international school in the city, as well as the largest and most diverse in Nanjing. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
NIS is an IB World School and an IB Continuum School. From its personalised inquiry-based approach in Primary School to knowledge mastery in its Secondary School, NIS provides an innovative, student-centred international education. |