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| Number of students |
100 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
18 |
| Most common nationality |
American |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
50% local : 50% international |
| Average number of students per class |
12 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as a Second Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Chinese, Japanese, Spanish |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
No. WIS does not administer an entrance exam. Along with the application, students submit previous scores on standardized tests, transcripts of grades, and letters of recommendation. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
The Priority Application deadline for fall admission is the prior January. Parents/guardians interested in mid-year admission should contact the school to check for availability. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
If there is space and the student meets WIS admissions requirements, students may enroll at any time during the year. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
15:15 |
| School provided lunches |
No. There is a wide variety of international restaurants, delis, and grocery stores near the school. Breaks and lunches can be taken off-campus. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Woodside International School was founded over 40 years ago for the express purpose of providing world-class education for local and international students learning together. WIS' collaborative, inclusive approach cultivates a compassionate global community one student at a time. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
WIS mission is to engage and support all students in becoming socially responsible
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