Quick summary of key school information
All the details about this school in their own words
Number of students |
680 |
Ratio of local students to international students |
50% local : 50% international |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Portuguese |
Average number of students per class |
21 |
External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
Entry evaluation for students |
Evaluation |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
All students will be called for an evaluation. Depending on the Year level, this will consist of an English and a Mathematics test, and an interview, and are undertaken by the Heads of Infant, Junior or Senior Schools. The purpose of this is to get to know the student and evaluate the correct placement. For non-native speakers, the school must be sure that the student has enough knowledge of English to follow the work being done in class. |
School bus service available |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Sports activities included |
Physical education. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Sports facilities at the school |
Play areas, external and covered courts. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Founded in 1980, St. Nicholas is an International School for pupils from 18 months to 18 years old. Students are a mix of Brazilian and many other nationalities, in a warm and welcoming international environment. St. Nicholas embraces cultural diversity and help new families to settle into the community smoothly. Parents and the school work closely together in order to ensure that our young people are able to be confident, knowledgeable, responsible, caring and capable citizens. |
Teaching approach of the school |
St.Nicholas School has been an IB World School since 2003, offering in addition to the Primary Years Programme and Diploma Programme, licensed by the IBO, the Early Years Programme and the 7 to 10 Programme developed by our educators.
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