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| Number of students |
We have about 1,000 students. |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
There are 45 nationalities. |
| Most common nationality |
The School has a multicultural population with students coming from all over the world. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1 local student to 9 international students. |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes, all teachers are native speakers. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes. English as a Second Language (ESL) program is offered in Grades 1-12. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Putonghua, Japanese and French are offered in our International Language Program. |
| Max. number of students per class |
Pre-Grade 1: 20 students; Grades 1-3: 23 students; Grades 4-6: 25 students; and Grades 7-8: 25 students; and Grades 9-12: 27 students |
| Average number of students per class |
Pre-Grade 1: 18 students; Grades 1-3: 22 students; Grades 4-6: 24 students; Grades 7-8: 24 students; Grades 9-12: 22 students |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes. We have Educational Assistants in our Early Years classes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
To support and enhance student learning, technology is integrated in the curriculum with the use of tools like LCD projection system, smartboards, ipads, robots, and 3D Printer machine. 1-to-1 laptop ownership program is implemented in Grades 4-12. Two ICT Specialist teachers support the integration of technology in the classroom. In addition subscriptions to online web-based resources, software and elibrary provides opportunities for students of all grades for e-learning within and outside the classroom. |
| 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 |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
N/A |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) |
| Results in these examinations |
100% Pass |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
The amount of time depends on the student's grade, student's needs, the specific subject and its level of difficulty for the student, and the student's in-class work habits. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
95% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| Learning support offered |
N/A |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
N/A |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
No |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
N/A |
| Waiting list |
There is a waiting list in some grades. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is no deadline. We are now accepting applications for 2019-2020 academic year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
School starts at 8:20am. |
| School finish time |
Classes are dismissed at 3:00pm. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No |
| School bus service available |
Yes. We have bus service in Hong Kong island as well as in Kowloon and New Territories. |
| School provided lunches |
No. We offer an optional lunch box program. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
In our lunch program a vegetarian meal is an option on the menu list. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
In Grades 1-6 there are 31 clubs currently offered. Soccer, Art, ICT, Chinese Culture, Choir, Drawing and Games are some examples. In Grades 7-12 there are 21 clubs being offered. Dragon Math, Dance, Yearbook, Art and Sketching, Drama, Music and Model UN are some examples. |
| Sports activities included |
Cooperative games, running games, fitness activities, basketball, hockey, soccer, badminton, and volleyball. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Our High School (G7-12) combined have 22 sports team. There are teams that actively participate in the International School Sports Federation of Hong Kong (ISSFHK) and the Hong Kong Schools Sports Federation (HKSSF). Students compete in sporting events like girls and boys Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball, Tennis, Swimming and Cross Country. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Courtyard playground, 3 basketball courts, 2 indoor gyms and auditorium. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
*Implements the Ontario, Canada Ministry of Education curriculum from Pre-Grade 1 to 12. Graduates who received the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) are accepted to universities worldwide.
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| Teaching approach of the school |
Our student-centred approach to learning develops thinking and communication skills, problem-solving skills, and social skills as well as fostering empathy and an appreciation of diversity. The integration of technology throughout the curriculum, beginning in Pre-Grade 1, assists students in using technology in safe and productive ways. This includes collaborating online and accessing learning support materials off-site through our web-based learning platforms. Curriculum-based field trips support our philosophy that learning occurs both within the classroom and outside in the community. |
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