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| Number of students |
The school has capacity for 150 students. |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
We've had students and teachers from diverse countries such as Belgium, Canada, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Portugal, Taiwan, UK and the USA. |
| Most common nationality |
Most of our students are Brazilians. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
Currently about 20% of our students are international. |
| Max. number of students per class |
The size of the classroom varies according to the age group. The maximum is 20. |
| Average number of students per class |
15 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Homeroom teachers are usually native speakers for the students age 3 and older, |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, for students from age 6. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Portuguese lessons for students of all ages. In Year 3, we introduce Spanish as a foreign language. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Yes. |
| 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, we have an online programme in place. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Waiting list |
Because we are a new school, we do not have a waiting list, but some classrooms get filled faster than others. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Students are evaluated but it is not a screening process. It is just to understand where the student is in the learning curve so we can better plan for him or her. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We accept students all year around. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No. |
| School bus service available |
No, but we assist parents in finding a solution. |
| School start time |
Early Years: 7:30
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| School finish time |
Early Years: 15:30
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| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, until 17:00. (not available during health crisis) |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
The school offers extracurricular activities from 15:45 to 16:30. The activities are defined with the school community at the beginning of each academic year. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes. This is previously discussed with the parents and adjustments are made based on student's needs and restrictions. |
| Sports activities included |
Yes. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
We have a sports court on roof top. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We are an IB World School and we offer a modern, challenging and international educational programme according to the standards set by the International Baccalaureate (IB)*. Our language of instruction is English, and we have international teachers in our faculty. Brazilian culture and the Portuguese language are also valued through Portuguese classes and typically Brazilian activities and celebrations. Our academic year follows the northern hemisphere calendar (beginning in August and ending in July).
Our mission is to provide expatriate and local families with an international education that is broad, balanced and challenging. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our teaching follows the guidelines for the Primary Years Program of the International Baccalaureate (IB). Through the creative use of technology and authentic, inquiry-based learning experiences, we aim to empower youngsters to be responsible lifelong learners. In early childhood education, we adopt the Reggio Emilia approach, a philosophy of education aimed at early childhood that, in addition to being very innovative and inspiring, sees the child as strong, capable, resilient and full of wonder. |
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