Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
1400 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
16 |
| Most common nationality |
Europa, Sur América y América Central |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
25 : 8 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
50% |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish, French, English |
| Average number of students per class |
25 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Mproves engagement. When technology is integrated into lessons, students are expected to be more interested in the subjects they are studying
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| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes, synchronous and asynchronous... Using Microsoft 365 TEAMS |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
SAT, TOEFL |
| Results in these examinations |
Advanced |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
3 to 8 days |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
Inclusive Classrooms, we have a mix of children of varying abilities and co-teachers within the room that allows those who have special needs to get the additional help they require while remaining in a traditional classroom setting. Often, some of the students within the classroom may receive some pull-out services in addition to their assisted learning. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Compact the curriculum and provide enrichment activities. Provide environments that are stimulating, and address cognitive, physical, emotional, and social needs of gifted students in the curriculum. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Psychological evaluation, academic evaluation depending on the grade |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
February |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Only on the first bimester |
| School start time |
7:45 a.m. |
| School finish time |
2:00 p.m. |
| 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 |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Dance, robotics, music, plastic arts, school band, soccer, basketball, karate, debate club, chess, math club, social action club, |
| Sports activities included |
Soccer, baseball, volleyball, basketball |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Multipurpose court |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Oxford International School serves the educational needs of San Francisco and the rest of Panama City. Located in one of the country’s fastest growing areas, OIS enjoys a diversified economic base and a culturally diverse population consisting of students with Hispanic, afro-Panamanian, Amerindian, and Asian background. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
OIS inspires learners to reach high academic standards and act with honesty and integrity to become proactive world citizens. |
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