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Number of students |
800 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
55 |
Most common nationality |
Myanmar |
Ratio of local students to international students |
60-40 |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes. We are a UK curriculum school and the teachers are from the UK. |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
We offer ESL support where appropriate for students who require additional language help to access the curriculum. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
French at Secondary up to Cambridge Advanced Level and French extra curricular activities in the Primary phase. |
Max. number of students per class |
22 |
Average number of students per class |
22 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes. In the Early Years and Primary sections there are at least two teaching assistants in each classroom and in the Secondary phase one teaching assistant in each classroom. |
Use of technology in the classroom |
The school has technology suites in the Early Years, Primary and Secondary phases. All Primary classrooms have two student PC's in them to support learning and research. The school is developing the use of iPads in the classroom. |
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 are very experienced in online learning programmes in all phases. |
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 |
UK Key Stage 2 SATs in the Primary phase and Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge Advanced Level qualifications in the Secondary phase. |
Results in these examinations |
In the Key Stage 2 SATs students perform better than students in the UK in reading, writing and Maths even though many are second language speakers. In IGCSE and A Level examinations year on year students achieve better progress rates than their counterparts in the UK. Further details are available on our website. |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
In the Primary phase students receive 1 hour of homework per week. In the Secondary phase students in Years 7-9 receive 4.5 hours homework per week. In Years10 & 11 (IGCSE Qualifications) students receive 7 hours homework per week and in Years 12 & 13 (Advanced Level Qualifications) students receive 8 hours homework per week. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
The school has a SENCO who organises support and programmes for any students with additional learning needs. |
Learning support offered |
This can range from ESL support to specific learning programmes such as 'Nessie', and speech therapy to Individual Education Plans. |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
As a UK school all students are provided for including gifted and talented through differentiation in the classroom. |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes where appropriate. |
Entry evaluation for students |
Yes for all phases. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Early Years admissions participate in a classroom observation session. In the Primary phase admission students participate in a classroom observation and a short online test. In the Secondary phase students take English and Maths entrance exams. |
Waiting list |
Yes for Early Years and Primary. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is not a deadline as such but students will need to have completed the evaluations. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. |
School start time |
Early Years 09:00
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School finish time |
Early Years Foundation 1 12:00 or 14:00. Early Years Foundation 2 & 3 14:00
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Supervised care before/after school |
The school provides supervision for siblings in different phases who have separate finish times such as Early Years and Primary. |
School bus service available |
We have a sibling bus service between the two campuses. |
School provided lunches |
No. |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
N/A. |
Uniform required |
Yes from age 3 upwards. |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Extra curricular activities start from Year 1 (age 5) in the Primary phase and continue all the way through to Year 13 (age 18) in the Secondary phase. The list is very extensive and includes the arts, sports, booster sessions and technology. |
Sports activities included |
The list is extensive and details are available on the school website. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Both the Primary and Secondary phases have a range of sports teams and we regularly compete in friendly and competitive tournaments with all the other Yangon International schools. |
Facilities at the school |
We opened a brand new secondary building in August 2020 which includes; UK science laboratories, full size sportshall, competition size swimming pool, football pitch, dedicated sixth form block, library, ICT suites and classrooms. The Early Years and Primary schools have their own libraries, ICT suites and sports facilities. |
Sports facilities at the school |
Sportshalls, football pitches and swimming pools. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Introducing Network International School where collaborative learning and achievement lead to university and career success. Today’s ever changing world is an exciting place for young people overflowing with fascinating opportunities and challenges. At Network International School we open a door to that world and with our support students from across the globe can create rewarding lives, successful careers and make their mark on society.
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Teaching approach of the school |
We aim for the very best in classroom education enabling all pupils to achieve success and gain valuable knowledge and skills. A wide range of techniques, tailored to meet the needs of all students are used in lessons and we strive to develop transferrable skills across the curriculum.
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