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Nationalities
| Number of students |
555 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
10 |
| Most common nationality |
Vietnamese |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:23 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
English |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, we offer English Additional Language (EAL) classes from Grade 3–11. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Vietnamese |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
22 |
| Average number of students per class |
18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, we have teaching assistants to help students with their learning and self-study. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Teachers utilize a variety of technologies in the classroom including Razkids that helps with students’ literacy and comprehension, Kahoot and Padlet that increase classroom interaction and engagement, and Quizziz or Quizlet for revising the subject knowledge. Students’ projects and assignments are encouraged to take place on multiple media and employ a wide range of tools such as Microsoft Suite, Graphic design programs, and even AI in an appropriate way. |
| 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 |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
WIDA, AP, SAT |
| Results in these examinations |
Above average |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, they do. Homework is assigned depending on the grade level and the subject’s nature. It can vary from Razkids reading assignments and a Duolingo quiz to a small crafts project from materials that students can find at home. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Other assignments outside of class time such as an Art project or a theatre rehearsal may require students to devote one or two extra hours a week to carry out. However, assignments, in general, are given in consideration of the students’ learning needs and the work load during a specific period of the school year. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
We have coordinators of the Special Education Needs (SEN) program who oversee and carries out learning designed individually for each student diagnosed as SEN. |
| Learning support offered |
The SEN program is designed to take into account students’ diverse needs, such as emotional and mental conditions, and speech and language communication that may require the support from the English as an Additional Language program. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Gifted students may be granted more advanced and academically demanding tasks. The teaching faculty are readily available to coach and enrich these students afterschool, with or without students’ initiatives. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, we do. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We conduct entrance exams including Math test, WIDA test, and an interview. |
| Waiting list |
In some grade levels |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We have rolling admissions throughout the year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8 am |
| School finish time |
3.30 pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
We arrange sufficient personnel to be on watch during the early hours (7:00 AM – 8:00 AM) before school starts at 8:00 AM and during dismissals (3:30-4:00 PM). After the school day ends, students can stay back to work on a project or participate in sport practices only if they are supervised by a staff member. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
We have Western, Asian and Vegetarian options every day |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We have a wide range of activities and clubs that students can choose, including English Club, Public Speaking, Coding, French, STEM & Robotics, Environmental Club, Chess, Journalism
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| Sports activities included |
Basketball, Yoga, Dancing, Soccer, Swimming, Badminton, Volleyball, etc. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, we have varsity teams and organize many internal and external sport events for students. |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Theater-style Auditorium, Science Labs, Music Room, Dance Room, Playground, Canteen, etc. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Gymnasium, Arena, Swimming pool, Soccer field, and 100m Running Track. |
Boarding
| Grades/ages available for boarding |
We offer boarding for students in Grade 6–12. |
| Boarding facilities at the school |
Well-furnished Bedrooms with bunk beds, mattresses, pillows, blankets, closets, tables, chairs, and refrigerators. Laundry rooms for daily use and a common room with tables, chairs, couches, and games enable students to relax and study. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Academic Excellence, Leadership, Humanity, Content, Compassion, and Integrity. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Habits of Mind, Student-centered, Project-based learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, Technology and 21st Century Skills, etc. |