Frequently Asked Questions about Sønderborg International School in Sønderborg

Question 1

What is the total number of students in Sønderborg International School?

Accepted Answer

178

Question 2

How many different nationalities are represented at Sønderborg International School?

Accepted Answer

25

Question 3

What is the most common nationality at Sønderborg International School?

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Indians, Germans, Danish

Question 4

What is the ratio of local students to international students at Sønderborg International School?

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25/75

Question 5

Are the teachers at Sønderborg International School native speakers of the language in which they instruct students?

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Most teachers are native speakers of the language they teach

Question 6

For students who are not fluent in English, does Sønderborg International School offer extra classes for that language?

Accepted Answer

Extra classes in English and Danish

Question 7

What additional language classes does Sønderborg International School offer?

Accepted Answer

Danish, German

Question 8

What is the maximum number of students in each classroom at Sønderborg International School?

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20

Question 9

What is the average number of students in each classroom at Sønderborg International School?

Accepted Answer

18

Question 10

Does Sønderborg International School employ teaching assistants?

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In some of the classes, one teaching assistant is present in some lessons. Depends on the need for extra support.

Question 11

How does Sønderborg International School use technology in the classroom?

Accepted Answer

Students bring their own (laptop) device, whiteboard in the classrooms

Question 12

Does Sønderborg International School use, or is ready to use, virtual classroom technologies? For example, offering school lessons through online video conferencing in times of emergencies?

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Virtual classroom teaching can take place via Teams

Question 13

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

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Staff or students do not practice any religion

Question 14

What external examinations or assessments do students complete at Sønderborg International School?

Accepted Answer

IGCSE

Question 15

Does Sønderborg International School have specialized staff or specialized programs to support children with special learning needs?

Accepted Answer

Learning support

Question 16

What kind of support does Sønderborg International School offer for students with special learning needs?

Accepted Answer

Extra English lessons, extra Danish lessons, Well-being programs

Question 17

Does Sønderborg International School perform an evaluation (such as entry exams, assessments or screenings) before enrolling new students?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 18

Is there a waiting list to attend Sønderborg International School?

Accepted Answer

In some of the classes we have a waiting list due to the maximum of 20 students in each class

Question 19

What is the deadline for registration in a new academic year at Sønderborg International School?

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No deadline - one can apply at all times during the school year

Question 20

Does Sønderborg International School allow students to join an academic year that has already started?

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Students can join an academic year at all times - however, students to Year10 should start befor Christmas due to exam preparation in June the following year

Question 21

What time does Sønderborg International School start?

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Every morning at 8:00

Question 22

What time does Sønderborg International School finish?

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Depends on the class. Can be from 12:45 to 15:10 (15:10 is the maximum)

Question 23

Does Sønderborg International School provide supervised care to students before or after the school day?

Accepted Answer

We offer After School Program for Year 1 to Year 4 and After School Club from Year 5

Question 24

Does Sønderborg International School have a school bus service available to students?

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No school bus. The students can use the public busses.

Question 25

Are lunches offered at Sønderborg International School?

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No lunch is provided. Students must bring lunch boxes.

Question 26

Does Sønderborg International School offer alternative food items for students with special diets (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

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Students must bring their own lunch.

Question 27

Are students required to wear a uniform?

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No uniform requirements.

Question 28

Which extracurricular activities or clubs does Sønderborg International School offer?

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After School Club from Year 5

Question 29

What physical activities and sports are included in the school curriculum?

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Two lessons of sports weekly.

Question 30

Does Sønderborg International School have sports teams or sport competitions for your students to participate in?

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There is no sport teams at school but the city of Sønderborg has a lot of different sport activities to offer in the spare time.

Question 31

What facilities (other than sports) are available for students at Sønderborg International School?

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We have a science lab, art room, assembly room

Question 32

What sports facilities are at Sønderborg International School?

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Assembly room inside and green areas outside

Question 33

What qualities and characteristics define Sønderborg International School?

Accepted Answer

Sønderborg International School is an international school for all nationalities.

SIS offers Primary and Secondary school opportunities for students between the ages of 5 to 15 (Year 1 to Year 10).

Question 34

How can the teaching approach at Sønderborg International School be described?

Accepted Answer

SIS provides the highest quality education for internationally minded students in an inquiring and supportive environment. Inspiring students and providing them with the academic and social skills that will enable them to fulfil their potential as global citizens.

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