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Nationalities
| Number of students |
Approximately 80 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin and European countries, China, and various religions. |
| Most common nationality |
South African |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
80% local and 20% international |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish, German, French, Afrikaans, Zulu. |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
15 |
| Average number of students per class |
12 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
No |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Computer Lab, LCD Projector's in every classroom, television and screens, fully equipped science lab and fully equipped biology lab |
| 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? |
Non Denominational, therefore; no religion is practised. All Cultures and Religious beliefs are respected. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
All students, irrespective of religion, are respected |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
Cambridge International |
| Results in these examinations |
The schools pass rate is approximately 92 to 96% |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, daily |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Foundation 1.5 hours. IGCSE 2 hours. AS 3 hours. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
90% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
Recommended specialists |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We provide additional work and private tuition |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No. However, recommendations may be made. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
New students are screened but not assessed academically as an entrance exam. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
No |
| Waiting list |
No |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8 am |
| School finish time |
2 pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
No "however" there are student transport facilities available on request. |
| School provided lunches |
No |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Informal |
| Sports activities included |
None. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Science Lab, Computer Lab, Library |
| Sports facilities at the school |
None |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Our school provides a structured, disciplined, friendly environment, with individual attention within a relaxed atmosphere. Our learners are respected as individuals and encouraged to develop confidence and fulfil their potential by participating actively with peers and educators in a democratic collective. Our children are well- prepared for a future with success and a love for learning. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Daybridge IHS's teaching approach is Positive and Supportive. Individual Needs are taken into consideration and extra lessons given without charge. We practice open communication between educators and learners and encourage interaction with educators, as well as collaboration with other learners. At Daybridge we are actively focused on developing 'learning skills' to prepare our learners for further tertiary education. |