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Nationalities
| Number of students |
150+ |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
20+ |
| Most common nationality |
Thai |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
2:1 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Mandarin, Spanish |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
14 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
IPad, cameras, video camcorders, laptops, robots |
| 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? |
No |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Students are encouraged to celebrate diversity. For religious students special lunch meals are prepared and they are given time to reflect and pray. |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB PYP, MAPs |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
No. However, there are extended learning and home learning resources. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
We currently go up to Middle School, with our High School (Grade 9) opening in 2025. |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
ESL, Autism, CP |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Third party psychologists support the school and necessary students on a regular basis. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
No |
| Waiting list |
For some classes, depending on age. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Anytime. Fees are prorated. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
08:00 |
| School finish time |
15:00 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
No |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Soccer, ballet, outdoor exploration, swimming, science, creative construction, taekwondo, yoga, computer engineering, ukulele, theatre & voice, etc. |
| Sports activities included |
Swimming, gymnastics, running, dance, etc. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Farm (garden, goats, chickens, fish and more), library, design technology studio, visual arts room, maker space, music & dance studio |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Gymnasium, pool, soccer pitch, volleyball / badminton court, playground. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
MYIS International School endeavors to promote the ideals of responsible citizenship, academic excellence, and international understanding. The children of MYIS are committed to excellence in their academic, social and spiritual development in order to contribute to the betterment of the world. Magic Years International School aims to develop a caring community that moves together to celebrate and respect people from all cultures. We provide a challenging program that balances the body, mind, and soul, understanding that they are of equal importance to nurture each individual as a life-long learner. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Holistic whole-child approach that promotes independent and communal learning through play and inquiry. |