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Number of students |
52 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
13 |
Most common nationality |
Japanese-American |
Ratio of local students to international students |
We have many students that are 1/2 Japanese. If we count those students as both, our ratio would be 17:41 |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
No |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese |
Max. number of students per class |
11 |
Average number of students per class |
9 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
No |
Use of technology in the classroom |
Each student has a MacBook that they may use throughout the day at designated times. Cell phones are not allowed. |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
N/A |
External examinations or assessments available |
PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP Exams (in certain cases) |
Results in these examinations |
Varying |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
45min-1.5hours per night. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
90% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
Learning support offered |
We have homework labs every evening until 6pm, and an after school tutoring program for students who need one-on-one help. |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
AP Program |
Student access to education psychologist |
Not directly through our school. |
Entry evaluation for students |
We have a placement exam to determine level, but look more at transcripts to determine acceptance into our school. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Math, Japanese, Reading Comprehension, Writing |
Waiting list |
In certain grades, yes. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We have rolling admissions. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
9:40am |
School finish time |
3:50pm |
Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
School bus service available |
No |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
Uniform required |
No |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Robotics, Book Club, Podcast, Student Council, School Newspaper |
Sports activities included |
Health, Fitness, Nutrition, Yoga |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes: Volleyball, Basketball, Futsal |
Sports facilities at the school |
We have a yoga studio and rent sports facilities. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Warm, caring, challenging learning environment for motivated students who can work independently and cooperatively with others. |
Teaching approach of the school |
We believe small class sizes create the optimal environment for learning. Classes incorporate collaborative learning and presentation of ideas into the hands-on experience we provide for our students across all subjects. |