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Number of students |
60 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
8 |
Most common nationality |
Slovak |
Ratio of local students to international students |
2:1 |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, we provide extra English support. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
German, French, Spanish |
Max. number of students per class |
20 |
Average number of students per class |
10 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
No |
Use of technology in the classroom |
Students utilize laptops or tablets for daily note taking, assignment tracking and research. |
External examinations or assessments available |
AP Exams |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
30 minutes - 1 hour per day |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
School psychologist |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The written evaluation and a personal interview. |
Waiting list |
No |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
The admission is open throughout the year. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
8:30 |
School finish time |
14:20 - 15:20 |
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 |
Facilities at the school |
Library, Gym, Science labs, Art lab |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
American Academy in Bratislava focuses on the development of academic and personal competencies in every student, in an international, inspiring and friendly environment. |
Teaching approach of the school |
All classes at the AABA are taught in English by native speakers. Every trimester students participate in school-wide thematic learning projects. AABA is designed for students who have the ambition to study at universities all around the world. |