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| Number of students |
1718 |
| Most common nationality |
Ecuadorian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
90% local : 10% international |
| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Presently, technology can be found in all that surrounds us and it has become increasingly part of our daily routines. For this reason, at Menor, technology is not considered an isolated subject area. Today technology is considered a comprehensive tool as part of the learning process. By using interactive activities and integrating technology standards in Menor's curriculum, Menor seeks to educate its students regarding the necessary fundamentals that will help them to become responsible “digital citizens”. Menor uses a variety of technological mediums as a resource for teaching/learning opportunities. Students have access to mobile IPad labs, a sound recording lab equipped with high tech instruments, a digital photography lab equipped with Mac computers, Schoology as a learning support platform, campus-wide access to Wi-Fi, etc. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Advanced Placement |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning Support |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Interview and Evaluations |
| School start time |
7:45 |
| School finish time |
Playgroup and Prekinder: 12:15
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| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Students participate in over 20 extracurricular activities which include sports, music, Model United Nations (MUN), community service, Destination Imagination, robotics and student government. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Colegio Menor Quito is a private and bilingual (English/Spanish) school, founded in 1995 and is affiliated with the Universidad San Francisco de Quito.
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| Teaching approach of the school |
Menor is a private educational institution providing students with a high quality bilingual liberal arts education that inspires critical thinking, creativity, integrity, and leadership. The school is committed to academic excellence and continuous organizational improvement while responsibly meeting obligations to stakeholders. |