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| Number of students |
60 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
15 |
| Most common nationality |
French |
| Native English and French speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and French |
No |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
None |
| Max. number of students per class |
28, 20 and 24 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
For research in elementary class |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Cambridge testing |
| Results in these examinations |
A2 |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
No |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
The school uses the Freinet methodology and other methodologies that can apply to different situations and children. Also uses a methodology in case of medial situations if the child has a learning disability |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Montessori pedagogy allows the school to adapt the pedagogy |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
No |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:20 |
| School finish time |
16:15 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
After-School Care: every day from 16:30 to 18:00 |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Pari-grandir |
| Sports activities included |
Someone comes to teach sports once a week for the elementary class |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Facilities at the school |
No |
| Sports facilities at the school |
No |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Since 2008, Wi School has welcomed international families to Paris by offering a completely bilingual learning environment, with a focus on individual learning and international community. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
The aim of Wi is to educate children to become responsible global citizens and adaptable, balanced individuals. Wi encourages them to be curious and use their creative skills in order to cope with the challenges of our society. Wi proposes active learning that focuses on exploration, discovery and creativity. Students are encouraged to be both autonomous and to cooperate in group projects. They learn to respect others and their environment. |