Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
600 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
26 |
| Most common nationality |
USA, Japan |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
40% local, 60% international |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
ESL Literacy Support Class |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese, Spanish |
| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
1:1 Chromebooks for Grades 4–12 |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Christianity |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Non-Christian students are expected to be respectful during Bible class and Chapel |
| External examinations or assessments available |
AP |
| Results in these examinations |
Above the U.S. national average passing rate (>80%) |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Elementary: 30 min
|
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
90% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Only ESL/Resource |
| Learning support offered |
ESL (Literacy Support), MS/HS Resource Study Halls |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
No |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Interview and assessment |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
MAP Assessment/Screening in Reading & Math |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
August 1 |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:15 |
| School finish time |
15:15 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| 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 |
3D Design, Digital Art/Animation, Engineering, Programming, Art, Board Games, Book Club, Chess, Music, Choir, Ukulele, Irish Dance, French, Korean, ESL, Art Club, Business Club, Journalism Club, Model UN, Sanshin Club, Medical Club, Psychology Club, Debate Club, Environmental Club, Game Club |
| Sports activities included |
Cross Country, Volleyball, Basketball, Cheer, Soccer, Track & Field |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
OCSI’s athletic programs offer an opportunity for students to compete with local, international, and US military base schools with a level of character, intensity, enthusiasm, integrity, and sportsmanship that is worthy and pleasing to God. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Gymnasium, Outdoor Field, Basketball Court |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Okinawa Christian School International is a dual-accredited (WASC & ACSI) K–12 school in Okinawa, Japan. Established in 1957, OCSI was founded to provide a Christ-centered education for the children of evangelical missionaries. The school currently serves over 580 students in its K–12 program. Classes are taught in English using an American-style curriculum that addresses the whole person and is grounded in a biblical worldview. The program recognizes that all truth is God’s truth, emphasizes sharing the Gospel and discipleship, and encourages students to think and live biblically. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
A Christ-centered learning community that equips students to follow Jesus, pursue excellence, and serve others. |
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