Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
70 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
6 |
Most common nationality |
Thai, Chinese and Burmese. |
Ratio of local students to international students |
60% local |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes. They are English native speakers. |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Thai and Chinese. |
Max. number of students per class |
20 |
Average number of students per class |
12 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
Each classroom has a MAC computer connected to a TV, which the teacher can use as a teaching resource. |
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 have a structure prepared in case of emergencies where the students can study from home. |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes, christianity. |
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
As part of each student identy and culture, we respect that choice. We also teach our students the value of diversity, and discourage any type of bullying, segregation or racism. |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes. |
Approximate hours of homework given |
2-3 hours per week |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes. |
Learning support offered |
We have a special needs specialist who supports kids with ADD, ADHD and Dyslexia, and also a psychologist to help students when necessary. |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes. |
Entry evaluation for students |
Yes. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We check the student's level of reading, speaking, and listening comprehension of the English Language through an assessment based on the American Common Core curriculum. |
Waiting list |
No. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
15th September |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. |
School start time |
7:45 am |
School finish time |
15:20 |
Supervised care before/after school |
Yes. |
School bus service available |
Yes, we have a van avaliable to Burmese students. |
School provided lunches |
Yes. |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes. |
Uniform required |
Yes. |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Reading and Writing (by level), Phonics, Thai Class, Computer Science, Music, Robotics, Mathematics (by grade), and Art (by grade). |
Sports activities included |
Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Athletics, and Dance. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No, but it is part of our development plan as the school grows grade by grade. |
Facilities at the school |
Library, Computer Science Lab, Music Lab, and Science Lab. |
Sports facilities at the school |
There is a football field and an open volleyball and basketball court. The gymnasium is currently under construction (it will support futsal, dance, volleyball, basketball, swimming, athletics, and other sports). |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
OHIS qualities are our values. SCHOOL FOR LIFE, described as:
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Teaching approach of the school |
Through an American Curriculum with the highest educational standards, students at our school gain a strong foundation that emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving. At OHIS, we intentionally apply a Christian worldview in our approach to education. OUR MISSION To Develop learners who can pursue personal and academic goals, based on educational excellence and strong moral foundations. To equip international students for lives of learning and positive contributions locally and globally. |