Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
645 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
32 |
Most common nationality |
Slovak |
Ratio of local students to international students |
71% local students, 29% international students |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as an Additional Language, Slovak for foreignres |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Slovak, Spanish, German |
Max. number of students per class |
20 |
Average number of students per class |
18 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
We use iPads, SmartBoards, and filming equipment to develop skills and knowledge across the school. We have a computer lab and a Mac lab to provide further opportunities to explore this essential area of schooling. |
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 |
External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels, Slovak Maturita |
Results in these examinations |
IGCSE: 91 % A* - C, AS - 75 % A – C, A Level - 78 % A* - C |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Homework is essential in consolidating and solidifying what's been learnt throughout the week. In primary school, class teachers assign Maths and English homework weekly; this comes in many forms, such as comprehension tasks, online research challenges, activities on several educational apps, and many more. |
Approximate hours of homework given |
2-3 days |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Special Educational Needs SEN team |
Learning support offered |
EAL team, SEN team, Universities and Guidance Advisor, Wellbeing Coach |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Recognitions at assemblies, students of the year etc... |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Entry evaluation for students |
Entry exams |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
There are no fixed criteria for admission to our school; each child is treated individually. We do our best to place the newcomers into classes in which we believe they will thrive the most. In general, we look at how old a child is, how many years of schooling they have had, from which establishment, as well as their levels in English and Maths. A place will only be offered, if we believe we are right for the child and the child will be right for our school community. |
Waiting list |
No |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
They can enroll through school year. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
8:15 |
School finish time |
Primary 15:35, Secondary 15:45 |
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 |
Depending on demand we offer different clubs such as: Drama club, Baking club, Art club, Spanish club, Board games, Yoga, Ball games, Dance, Gymnastics, Taekwondo, Football, Judo, Parkour, Floorball, Brighter Minds, Little Medics, Film and Photography |
Sports activities included |
Physical Education, Skiing course for year 8 |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities at the school |
Library, Music room, Art room, Hall, Playground, Canteen, Science labs, Computer Science rooms |
Sports facilities at the school |
Gym, Outdoor playground |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
CIS provides a full schooling programme for 6 to 18 year olds with the university entrance qualification of Cambridge Advance Levels for the older students. The curriculum at CIS is based upon the International curriculum from the Cambridge Assessment International Education, starting with Cambridge Primary and moving through to IGCSE, AS and A Level in the senior years. The integrated international programmes ensure a smooth transition through the years of schooling and provide the opportunity for students to succeed in a stimulating, externally validated and highly respected world-class educational programme. Ultimately, the qualifications which can be obtained by our senior students can open the doors to universities all over the world. From the UK to Austria, Australia to the USA, Spain and here in Slovakia; Cambridge qualifications are universally recognised and welcomed. Although we use International curriculum from the Cambridge Assessment International Education we are a truly international school and proud to be so! |
Teaching approach of the school |
We offer our very best to each single one of our students, regardless of age or ability, and in return, we expect them to try to become the very best version of their unique selves and to fulfill their potential wherever their skills and interests lie. As lifelong learners, our whole community espouse the learner qualities of creativity, curiosity, kindness, independence, reflection, respect and resilience, which through our associated values, help us to climb the Learning Mountain together, but with the skills and attitudes to travel alone in the future. |