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Nationalities
| Number of students |
50 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
1 |
| Most common nationality |
Korean |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
100:0 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes, they are. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Korean for pre-K and/or Kindergarten only for assistance, mainly all English. |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
13 |
| Average number of students per class |
10 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes only for pre-K and Kindergarten |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
My school, like many educational institutions, integrates technology into the classroom in various ways to enhance learning experiences. Students have their own device and use online learning platforms as well. |
| 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) |
No |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
We do not use external examinations but focus more on internal evaluations or alternative methods of gauging student progress and proficiency. Internal assessments could include projects, presentations, portfolios, essays, quizzes, and other methods tailored to the specific curriculum and learning objectives of the school. |
| Results in these examinations |
We track and analyze student performance in examinations internally to assess the effectiveness of their educational programs and identify areas for improvement. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
30minutes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| Learning support offered |
We provide 1:1 tutor after school who is struggling with English. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We provide differentiated lesson to make sure support gifted, able and talented. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes. We do have interview along with entry tests. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Prospective students at our school undergo a thorough evaluation process comprising written assessments in math and writing, along with a reading benchmark test at their grade level. Additionally, interviews are conducted to assess students' speaking abilities and overall readiness for the school's academic program. |
| Waiting list |
There is a waiting list for Kindergarten. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadlines. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, we do. |
School day
| School start time |
9:20 am |
| School finish time |
3:15 pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes for after school for Kindergarten. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
| Uniform required |
Only for special occasion. |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We do have clubs for elementary once a week. |
| Sports activities included |
All physical activities and sports are included in P.E. (Physical Education) classes. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Small library |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Outdoor playground and outdoor gym court |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
SIS Canada is located in the mountains of Gangwon-do, South Korea.
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| Teaching approach of the school |
SIS is committed to equipping its students for the demands and opportunities of the 21st century, SIS provides an environment that nurtures innovative thinking, fosters positive social and self-awareness and builds effective communication skills by offering instruction and curricula that is sensitive to each student’s individual needs and allows for personalization of learning. |