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Nationalities
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
22 |
| Most common nationality |
Approximately 35% of students at HIS have two Japanese parents, another 35% have one Japanese and one non-Japanese parent and the remaining 30% are expatriate, coming from some 10 nationalities. |
Languages
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as an Additional Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
In the Early Childhood classes, HIS normally has no more than 16 children with two adults, in the Primary classes student numbers are usually in the region of 15-20 with a maximum of 24 and in the Secondary school class sizes will vary depending on the subject and grade level with a maximum of 24. |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
| Results in these examinations |
IB Diploma average score: 35 |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment and interview |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The interview is designed to find out from the student what they enjoy about school and what they are expecting at HIS: it is also designed to find out from parents why they wish their child to receive an international education. It is also a final opportunity for parent or student questions to be answered. The admission assessments have two main purposes: Assessment of the students previous learning and understanding, if appropriate, and Identification of any learning and/or language support needs the student might have. All assessments are age-appropriate and are designed to be straightforward and non-stressful: we want the students to be able to show what they are capable of. For younger students the assessments are primarily observational or one-on-one with a teacher, whilst for older students there will also be short written assessments of numeracy and literacy. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
In line with the needs of families to move globally and locally at all time of the year, HIS accepts applications all year round. |
School day
| Supervised care before/after school |
Currently there is no after-school provision beyond the two days of after-school activities. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, music room, art room, dance studio, science laboratory. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Gym, playground. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Hiroshima International School is fully authorised to offer the programmes of the International Baccalaureate Organisation. |