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Nationalities
| Number of students |
300 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
7-8 nationalities |
| Most common nationality |
Thai |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
95% local students, 5% international students |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Mostly Native Speakers, All teachers are English Speakers |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, We have English as Additional Language (EAL) classes to support students to improve their English |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Thai, Chinese (Mandarin) |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
18 - 23 students |
| Average number of students per class |
15 students |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Projector, TV Screen, iPad, Laptop |
| 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 |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Not specific to any religion |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
High School Diploma |
| Results in these examinations |
Graduate with Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Only for Secondary classes (Grade 6 - 12) |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Not Available |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes. We have interview with the Principal and entry exam before registration |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Interview Questions about inquiry mindset and open-mind. Additional for secondary, exam to check level of English (e.g. essay writing) |
| Waiting list |
No |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
All year round |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8:00 am |
| School finish time |
3:00 pm. (4:00 pm for extracurricular activities) |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
There are plenty of options for students to choose from, for e.g. mystery science, art & design, sports club, board games, Thai class, Muay Thai (Thai boxing) |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education, football, basketball, basic running and walking skills for early years |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, auditorium, gym, football field, science lab, art room, playground |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Tennis courts, gymnasium, football field |
Boarding
| Grades/ages available for boarding |
From Grade 1 - 12 (6 - 18 years) |
| Boarding facilities at the school |
Full board - dining, laundry |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
CIST cultivates critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills across all grade levels. Pre-K 3 to Grade 9 students develop as creative, globally-minded thinkers and lifelong learners within the IB (PYP and MYP) framework. Grades 10-12 follow the Ontario curriculum to deepen these skills. Teachers prioritize student-centered learning, crafting materials that blend curriculum with student interests. Secondary students benefit from our International Exchange Program, gaining insights in Canada for a global perspective. CIST graduates choose qualifications—CIST Diploma for further studies in Thailand, OSSD for international universities All secondary students spend one term of each academic year at CIST's partner school, Lakeside Academy, in Montreal, Canada. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
CIST prides itself in offering a personalized approach to learning that supports every child's physical, emotional, creative and intellectual needs. |